Greene King Pub Partners has unveiled an innovative support package for licensees, giving them the chance to host their own uniquely-tailored festival. Specialist advice and guidance on creating the perfect drinks-themed event aims to help pubs attract new visitors and also provide something extra for regular customers. Greene King’s latest toolkit signposts the way to … [Read more...]
All Bar One announces phasing out of plastic straw usage
All Bar One has announced today that is it pledging to end plastic straw usage across all of its bars nationwide, by kicking off its #strawsuck campaign. As part of the pledge, it is calling on other bars and businesses to get involved and also commit to getting rid of plastic straws. The #strawsuck campaign will see all plastic straws phased out from All Bar One bars from … [Read more...]
Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa says cheers to Great British beers
Held annually on 15 June, National Beer Day, also known as Beer Day Britain, is a national celebration of British beer. To honour the occasion, Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa is hosting a week of festivities at the Hotel. Celebrations will include a special four course set tasting menu, running from 15-18 June in Squires, the Hotel’s 2AA Rosette restaurant. The menu has been … [Read more...]
Duty system can promote healthier attitudes towards alcohol
The ALMR has responded to HM Treasury’s consultation on alcohol structures encouraging the Government to adopt an innovative alcohol duty system that encourages products to be sold and consumed within the supervised environment of pubs, bars and restaurants. HM Treasury has been consulting on new bands for cider, perry and still wine to encourage incentives for the … [Read more...]
Derbyshire locals to benefit from Heineken investment
Star Pubs & Bars is investing £650,000 in reviving Derbyshire locals in 2017. Subject to finding licensees, the projects will include a £320,0000 refurbishment of the Bull & Bush in Mackworth and a £170k refurbishment of the Harrington Arms in Long Eaton. The Bull & Bush investment will transform the tired pub into a top-quality local complete with a children’s … [Read more...]