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Country pub operators have hit back after a Labour minister reportedly described a rural pub image involving “warm ale” and “a black Labrador by your feet” as part of a “very far-right nostalgic vision of Britain”.
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Suffolk-based brewer, distiller and pub operator Adnams has launched its alcohol-free ale on ‘handpull keg’ – which it has claimed is a world first.
West Country pub operator Chickpea Group is set to open a new deli, bakery, butchery and provisions store on the A303 in Wiltshire next year.
A Tyne and Wear licensee has launched a free online calculator designed to help pub operators work out their gross profit and spot potential margin gaps.
With inspired licensee Joseph Ballard at the helm, the Black Swan Public House & Theatre, is a worthy winner of the Great British Pub Awards Best Pub for Entertainment.
Shepherd Neame chief executive Jonathan Neame said the brewer and pub operator had seen “very, very strong” performance from its pubs, despite pressure in Brewing and Brands.
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BrewDog has said it is looking to rebuild its presence across the on-trade after acknowledging it needed to “earn” its place back on the bar.
Young’s has said full-year trading is expected to be ahead of market expectations after a strong first half boosted by warm weather and major sport.
A significant transformation has put the Honey Bee firmly on the map, with the Aylesbury pub crowned Marston’s Pub of the Year.
A historic waterside pub that oozes character, champions its local community and is laser-focused on the guest experience – it is clear to see why Dr Foster was crowned Best Town Pub.