The Court meeting of the Worshipful Company of Brewers has approved this year’s distribution from the Brewers’ Research and Education Fund (BREF). The BBPA provides the secretariat for the fund, which supports vital research into projects across the sector. Eighteen applications were considered by the Advisory Committee to the BREF which ultimately recommended, and the Court … [Read more...]
The Alchemist secures three new UK sites
Premium bar and restaurant, The Alchemist has today announced the acquisition of three new sites in Cardiff, Bristol and Nottingham. The news comes following the successful opening of its milestone 10th venue in Chester last month. The sites’ design, led by Macaulay Sinclair will follow The Alchemist’s trademark ‘copper-cased wonderland’ décor, with warm interiors featuring … [Read more...]
Oakman Inns’ Ascot plans under starter’s orders
Oakman Inns & Restaurants Ltd is pleased to announce that Bracknell Forest Council approved their application for planning permission to restore The Royal Foresters on London Road last Friday 28th July. The £5.2 million project to restore this much loved local landmark and meeting place will take around eight months to complete. Oakman Inns’ CEO, Peter Borg-Neal, said: … [Read more...]
Award winning licensee takes on second site with Star Pubs & Bars
Mark Anderson of the Ruddington Arms, recent winner of the Nottingham Post’s best pub award, has taken on a second site with Star Pubs & Bars, The White Lion in Bingham. Unlike the food focussed Ruddington Arms, which won Best Food Pub in the Star Awards, the White Lion is a more traditional urban pub with sports and a strong wet trade. Mark’s plans for the pub are to … [Read more...]
The K Bar appoints Ashley Bambroug as Bar Manager
The K Bar is delighted to announce the appointment of Ashley Bambroug as Bar Manager. The K Bar is the luxury drinking destination at The Kensington hotel; serving the finest cocktails whilst offering effortless decadence in the heart of the Royal Borough. Ashley quickly discovered his passion for the industry with his first experience as Head Bartender at the Great North … [Read more...]