A POPULAR pub which faced an uncertain future is set for a massive overhaul after being taken over by Flying Trade Group. The future of The Bricklayers, in Bergholt Road, Colchester, was thrown into uncertainty in July 2017 when its long-standing landlords opted not to renew the lease on the Adnams Brewery-owned pub. But the once buzzing pub is now looking forward to a … [Read more...]
BBPA welcomes new ‘Agent of Change’ Bill introduced in Parliament to protect pubs and other venues
The BBPA has welcomed the publication of the ‘Agent of Change’ Bill, which was introduced in Parliament yesterday by Warley MP John Spellar. BBPA Chief Executive Brigid Simmonds comments: “It is great to see this issue being pushed up the agenda, thanks to John Spellar who along with the Bill’s other sponsors are strong supporters of the Great British pub. I hope the … [Read more...]
Sexy Fish Bar to takeover the clumsies, Greece for One Night Only
On Wednesday 24th January, Asian seafood restaurant and bar, Sexy Fish will be travelling to Athens, Greece to takeover one of the World’s Best Bars for one night only. Popping up behind the bar at The Clumsies, The Sexy Fish team, lead by Xavier Landais [Bars Director], Jérôme Allaguillemette [Bar Manager] and Giovanni Tavano [Senior Bartender], will be bringing a taste of … [Read more...]
The Head of Steam Didsbury’s opening date announced
Camerons Brewery have today confirmed the opening date for The Head of Steam bar in Didsbury. The venue, located in the Manchester suburb on Wilmslow Road, will open to the public from 5pm on Thursday 1st February. Camerons began work on the former Sanctuary venue, which has been closed for 4 years, in December. The Head of Steam, which has developed a reputation for its … [Read more...]
Scottish pubs bill would cost jobs and investment – MSPs urged to reject damaging proposal
Responding to the announcement by the Scottish Labour MSP Neil Bibby that he will seek to introduce new legislation on the nation’s leased and tenanted pubs, the Scottish Beer and Pub Association has called for the MSP to ‘think again’. If successful, the proposed legislation would remove opportunities for young entrepreneurs and stifle investment in the pub industry in … [Read more...]