EXCLUSIVE: Everards boasts strong results despite challenging environment
Brewer and pub operator Everards has announced a “strong financial performance” in its latest annual results amid a “a challenging economic backdrop for pubs and hospitality”.
Archives for March 26, 2026
Publican Awards 2026 Best Brewing Pub Company, sponsored by Thatchers: Robinsons Brewery
With a heritage stretching back to 1838, it’s fair to say that Robinsons knows what its doing when it comes to running a brewery and a pub estate.
Publican Awards 2026 Business Leader of the Year, sponsored by Poppleston Allen: William Lees-Jones
An overwhelmingly popular choice for Business Leader of the Year, William Lees-Jones struck a chord with voters for his outspoken campaigning, and continuing to drive his family business onto greater and greater success.
Publican Awards 2026 Best Accommodation Operator: Chestnut
Chestnut delivers a distinctive pub‑accommodation offer across its 25 sites in the east of England, 22 of which provide overnight stays.
Pubs over the years: What were the news stories shaping the sector in March 5, 10 and 15 years ago?
We’ve take a look back at the biggest stories that were affecting the sector in March 2011, 2016 and 2021.
OPINION
OPINION: Introducing a food offer without breaking the bank
Introducing food into a wet-led pub can feel daunting, especially when budgets are tight and staffing pressures are at an all-time high.
PUBLICAN AWARDS 2026
Publican Awards 2026: Social media highlights
The hospitality sector came together to celebrate the best in the business on Wednesday 25 March 2026.
JDW to expand overseas operations
Pub behemoth JD Wetherspoon (JDW) is set to open two new airport pubs in Spain.