Sales of non-alcoholic sugar-free drinks served at Wetherspoon pubs are on the increase – according to research from the pub company. The research shows that 59 per cent of soft drinks, coffee and tea sales in its pubs are sold as sugar free (though some customers might choose to add sugar to hot drinks). Wetherspoon chairman Tim Martin argues that it highlights the fact … [Read more...]
Robinsons re-opens the historic pub wagon and horses
Following the devastation caused by the Christmas floods, Robinsons Brewery are delighted to announce the re-opening of their beloved pub, the Wagon and Horses in Lancaster. Licensee’s Paul Tarry and Carole Crossley found their cellar and pub taking in water in December, leading to £8,500 worth of their beer and spirits stock being damaged (1). The licensee’s and staff could … [Read more...]
Pub with rooms, Worplesdon Place, opens following £1m renovation
Worplesdon Place near Guildford opens on March 17 following a £1,000,000 renovation project undertaken by new owners, Redcomb Pubs Ltd. The 19th century country manor house was purchased by the pub operator in September 2015, who have worked hard to reinstate the venue to its former glory as a boutique country pub with rooms. Worplesdon Place has traded for many years as a … [Read more...]
Vintage Inns respond to guest requirements with new menu concept
Mitchells & Butlers is over half way through its roll-out of its exciting new menu concept for Vintage Inns which will see all of its 188 plus pub restaurants have stone-baked pizza ovens. The latest evolution of the Vintage Inn brand has been quick off the mark in responding to guests needs by developing and implementing the new menu concept. The new innovative menu … [Read more...]
The Beaufort Bar Appoints New Head Bartender
The Beaufort Bar at The Savoy is delighted to announce the appointment of new head bartender Kyle Wilkinson. Beginning his appointment on 1st March 2016, Wilkinson will be taking the helm from previous Head Bartender Chris Moore. Having honed his skills at the likes of Brass Monkey and Pollen Street Social, most recently Wilkinson has been Bar Manager at The Blind Pig in … [Read more...]