Stonegate Pub Company has launched its own version of the Eat Out to Help Out consumer campaign across its entire estate, where food is served, two weeks ahead of the Government’s initiative going live. The campaign started yesterday where customers were given 50% off their bill when they dined at a Stonegate pub. Now from Monday to Wednesday, anywhere in the UK. … [Read more...]
Deadline to pour beer down the drain looms
The British Beer & Pub Association is advising publicans to ensure they have submitted applications to destroy their spoilt beer before the end of July, to avoid charges from water companies. The trade association said it had hoped water companies would continue to waiver fees and cut bureaucracy for the disposal of spoilt beer in pubs. Unfortunately though, the water … [Read more...]
GMB accuse House of Commons bar of breaching Covid-19 Government guidelines
The union for catering staff working in the House of Commons, GMB’s London Region, is calling on catering management in the House of Commons to act responsibly and adhere to the regulations and government’s guidance on Covid-19. GMB union have five tests that need to be complied with before they can agree that a workplace – or an activity- can be agreed as safe. If … [Read more...]
Pub reopens with a full size Spitfire to mark the occasion
Coolham locals returning to community favourite, the Selsey Arms, over the weekend were greeted with a full-sized Vickers Supermarine Spitfire to add to the pubs already vast memorabilia collection. The model has been the passion project of publican, Kenny Easton, during lockdown, who runs the pub with his partner Belinda Grover. With a wingspan of over 10m, the Spitfire is … [Read more...]
Re-inventing bar and table service safely
Safe bar and table service - As the UK emerges from coronavirus lockdown, venues are beginning to announce or plan for re-opening. The biggest challenge is how to maintain social distancing and safety for customers and staff, while still delivering a great experience. The larger pub chains have announced a range of measures to ensure staff and customer safety, from … [Read more...]