Brigid Simmonds, Chief Executive of the British Beer and Pub Association, comments: “The PCA's tenant survey is an important benchmarking exercise for the sector. It is encouraging that a clear majority of tenants are aware of the Code, including their right to request an MRO (63%). A majority also stated that the relationship with Business Development Managers continues to … [Read more...]
Wadworth invests in sports pub and bar in Devizes
The Bell by the Green pub in Devizes has just received a £150,000 makeover by independent family brewer Wadworth to create a sports pub and bar. The pub is close to Devizes town centre and sits on the main Estcourt Street near Morrisons supermarket and opposite the Devizes Green and The Crammer. The refurbished pub has a new open plan area with the bar being moved and 7 large … [Read more...]
BBPA supports apprenticeship event in Parliament, as National Apprenticeship Week heats up
The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) today supported the Pub and Bar Careers Group at a Parliamentary showcase of apprenticeships. This provided MPs with the opportunity to hear first-hand from apprentices working in the beer and pub sector and to learn more about industry plans to grow our own talent. The event, part of National Apprenticeship Week, saw as many … [Read more...]
Vintage Inns crowns the humble steak pie as its British Cham’PIE’on
In the lead up to British Pie Week, Vintage Inns want to cham’PIE’on a British favourite; after all, what’s better then enjoying a classic British dish at a classic British pub? Vintage Inns quizzed the nation to find out their pie preferences to help settle its very own pie debate. When given only one choice between a wide selection of savoury pie fillings including … [Read more...]
Stonegate’s Akenside Traders open after £325,000 refurbishment
Stonegate Pub Company has completed a £325,000 refurbishment of historic pub the Akenside Traders, one of Newcastle Quayside’s most visited pubs, also creating five new jobs. Its much-loved independent character has been retained whilst a number of ‘city firsts’ have arrived including its first full-sized video wall, retro pub game table Shuffleboard, and bookable booths … [Read more...]