Greene King has released the first Greene King Leisure Tracker. This new report is the first to provide such specific analysis of monthly leisure spending across GB households: it aims to deliver timely and insightful monthly analysis of household spending patterns across key leisure activities including eating & drinking out, gambling, theatre & cinema-going, health … [Read more...]
New look for Pitcher & Piano Derby
Following an extensive refurbishment, Pitcher & Piano in Derby is set to re-open its doors to the public unveiling a brand new look in late March. Designed by BGW Concorde, the 108-cover modern bar has been stripped-back to achieve an industrial feel throughout, softened with pops of decorative colour. A cosy fireplace on entrance creates a warm and inviting atmosphere in … [Read more...]
New research shows 4 in 10 adults ‘Never’ visit the Pub
New research has been released by CAMRA, the Campaign for Real Ale, showing that 38% of British adults ‘never’ visit the pub and over a third (36%) of pub-goers visit the pub less often than they did just 12 months ago. The independent research, commissioned by CAMRA, also showed that 80% of pub-goers have never been communicated to by their most local pub but 24% of these … [Read more...]
Mum’s the word as Orchid marketing brings busiest trading day ever
Mother’s Day was not only a celebration for mums but also for the Orchid Group pubs in which thousands of families marked the special day. The day was the busiest in Orchid history with total sales of £866k. Combined with the busiest Saturday in Orchid history the day before, with sales of £762k, this made for an incredibly successful weekend. Magnificent 7 push brings … [Read more...]
Pub trade welcomes relaxation of hours for World Cup
The Government has announced that it will relax licensing hours for the on-trade during England’s World Cup matches for a maximum of four hours to a latest time of 1am, stating: “The Government has listened to the views received in response to the consultation and in discussion with partners has decided to proceed with the proposal to relax licensing hours nationally for … [Read more...]