THE CASK PROJECT
‘More than a pint’: MP pushes for cask cultural heritage recognition
Recognition of cask ale as Intangible Cultural Heritage would highlight the vital role pubs and real ale play in UK communities, one MP has said.
Archives for November 17, 2025
LICENSING HUB: LEGAL WITH POPPLESTON ALLEN
‘Societal contribution of pubs cannot be replicated’
The message that pubs have a massive cultural community and social benefit is propagated by many more eloquent and influential than me but I wanted to set down two recent experiences of mine.
Pubs brace for major tax shift as Autumn Budget approaches
Pubs are facing one of the most significant resets to business rates in a generation, with sector leaders warning that the upcoming Autumn Budget could determine whether thousands of venues face higher bills next year.
Haven to invest £9m in four new JDW pubs
Haven has announced plans to invest £9m into expanding its partnership with JD Wetherspoon (JDW) next year.
Stonegate confirms it is reviewing options for £1bn ‘Platinum’ pub portfolio
Stonegate has confirmed it is exploring options for its 1,000-strong “Platinum” leased and tenanted estate, following a report in The Sunday Times that Britain’s biggest pub group is preparing a £1bn sell off.
FEATURE
FEATURE: Pubs get creative to boost trade with paint, fizz and fun
Amid changing consumer habits and rising overheads, pub teams are getting more creative to pull in customers with paint and fizz, craft clubs, murder-mystery events and much more.
DISH DECONSTRUCTED
How to make the Dog at Wingham’s Bovril braised pork cheek
In this Dish Deconstructed, the Dog at Wingham shares how to make its Bovril braised pork cheek with caramelised artichoke purée.