OPINION
OPINION: Why we’ve introduced service charge for the first time in 25 years
When we opened the Olive Branch in Clipsham back in December 1999, I never wanted to introduce service charge.
Archives for July 30, 2025
EXCLUSIVE
Punch pledges to reopen pub despite councillor’s concerns
Punch Pubs & Co has reassured a community in Shropshire its beloved pub will reopen under new management after it has closed temporarily for refurbishment.
Simmons exits four sites as restructure completes
Simmons Bars has completed a “strategic restructuring process”, exiting four sites in the process.
THE LOW & NO PROJECT
Chance for pubs to stock Butcombe shandy on draught
Butcombe Brewing Co has launched a low-alcohol shandy on draught in a collaboration with craft beer business Shandy Shack.
Stonegate sees 90% soar in sales from Lionesses’ victory
The UK’s biggest pub company Stonegate Group has reported a 90% sales increase in its managed sites during the Women’s Euros final.
Georgina Young: ‘It’s important to recognise the dark art of brewing’
St Austell Brewery brewing director Georgina Young has shared the importance of recognising the hard work of brewers after being crowned Brewer of the Year by MPs.
Littler darts session up for grabs for pubs
Pubs are set to be offered a chance to win the opportunity to have darts world champion Luke Littler play darts in their site.
The Palmerston team to open Edinburgh pub
The team behind popular Edinburgh restaurant The Palmerston is joining forces with Newbarns brewery to revive a pub in the Scottish capital that has been closed for a decade.