Opening in the City Centre at the end of the month, Lobby On Hill Street is the newest upmarket bar launch and eatery to in Birmingham. Marking the North-East leisure operator’s first venture in the Midlands, the venue will serve an inspiring menu of innovative cocktails and street food style tapas dishes, boasting quirky interior décor, an airy bar area, and a heated urban … [Read more...]
Brakspear adds Staines pub to managed estate
Pub operator and brewer Brakspear will open its ninth managed pub at the end of November, when the Retreat in Staines transfers across from its tenanted estate following a major refurbishment. The pub, formerly called the Anglers Retreat, is undergoing a redevelopment which will turn it into a stylish but welcoming local offering drinks and dining for residents and workers … [Read more...]
Young’s Pubs celebrate 25 years of the Winter Warmer
It’s that time of year again when The White Cross in Richmond welcomes its annual delivery of Young’s Winter Warmer cask ales with breakfast, beer and a band. On Friday, 28th October, the 25th anniversary of this Young’s tradition, the renowned horse and dray will walk the streets of Richmond before arriving at the pub to mark the start of the morning’s festivities. The … [Read more...]
Star licensees report positive outlook
For the first time since launching the Star Pubs & Bars annual national forum in 2013 there has been 100% positive feedback from Star licensees about their prospects for the year ahead, with two thirds saying that they felt very positive. At the forum, which was held in Milan, and made up of 40 representative licensees from all around the country, 61% reported they … [Read more...]
Midtown’s Hidden Gem: The Square Pig
The highly-anticipated Holborn hot-spot, The Square Pig, has now re-opened its well-polished doors after an extensive refurbishment. Situated on the corner of Holborn Square right in heart of the capital, the pub is the perfect place to unwind from a hectic day in the office with a drink in one hand and delicious dish from the new menu in the other. A Fresh Coat of … [Read more...]