Star Pubs & Bars and Thirsty Bear Group Ltd have completed work on a £500,000 refurbishment of the Wynford Arms in central Reading reopening the pub this week after a two year closure. The development has converted the pub into a bar and New York style pizzeria called Thirsty Bear. The site is the first for Thirsty Bear with partners Vince Healy (managing director of … [Read more...]
“Straws suck”, says Oakman Inns as pub group bans plastic drinking straws from Earth Day
When Oakman Inns was founded twelve years ago by its CEO, Peter Borg-Neal, his vision was that he would not only create a highly-regarded, very successful business but that Oakman Inns would be a sustainable organisation that would contribute to its local community rather than exploit it. As the company’s many awards and accolades testify, Oakman has consistently achieved those … [Read more...]
Targeted support must be at forefront of Government’s Industrial Strategy
The ALMR has responded to the Government’s Green paper on building the UK’s Industrial Strategy calling on decision-makers to provide a range of critical support for businesses and offering the ALMR’s support on promoting growth across the pub, restaurant and late-night hospitality sectors. The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy in seeking views on a … [Read more...]
Marston’s Revere Pub company acquire three Pointing Dog Pubs
Marston’s Premium Bars and Restaurants division has agreed to acquire three Pointing Dog pubs for an undisclosed sum. The business will transfer at the beginning of May. The three Pointing Dog sites in Sheffield, Bakewell and Cheadle will be operated by the Revere Pub Company. Colin Sadler, MD of Revere said ‘We are delighted to welcome the Pointing Dog teams, and believe … [Read more...]
South London boozer, Prince of Peckham launches May 2017
South London-raised Clement Ogbonnaya is to re-vamp the Clayton Arms off Peckham High Street next month and taking its place is Prince of Peckham, a proper pub operated by South Londoners for South Londoners. With the local community at the forefront, The Prince of Peckham will host regular events and workshops that celebrate the roots and culture of the area alongside an … [Read more...]