42% of pub businesses were established in the last three years, according to analysis by Barclays The number of pub owners aged 25 to 34 has risen by a quarter (25%) since 2012 Over one in five (22%) pubs are solely owned by a female landlady Average pub turnover has increased by almost a quarter (23%) up from 2012 There are encouraging signs of growth for the UK pub … [Read more...]
Local Secrets revealed as Brits fail to recognise national treasures
With a new survey released today showing that millions of us are unaware of and unable to recognise many of the incredible places of interest on our doorsteps, Mercure Hotels has worked with Blue Badge Tourist Guides to identify the Local Secrets across the UK highlighting some of the most interesting, historical and entertaining attractions that many of us may not know … [Read more...]
Krug & Chips, a Tom Sellers Story
This July, Maison Krug is launching a gourmet chip shop, Krug & Chips, in collaboration with Michelin starred chef Tom Sellers. Following the fantastic success of Krug Kreperie and Krug Krustacean, Krug is transforming the traditional British favourite, the “chippy”, and elevating it to an unforgettable rough luxury culinary experience for consumers to enjoy in Covent … [Read more...]
Re-appointment of Nick Boles as Skills Minister welcomed
People 1st has welcomed the re-appointment of Nick Boles as Skills Minister, and urged him to continue his pragmatic approach towards the apprenticeship reform that hospitality employers have welcomed and embraced. Boles was re-selected as Skills Minister at the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills on 11 May, as David Cameron unveiled his new-look Cabinet. Bold … [Read more...]
Malmaison Hotel du Vin to open in heart of Stratford-upon-Avon
Malmaison Hotel du Vin, the leading UK boutique hotel brands, have signed a development agreement to transform two Georgian townhouses into a luxurious new 48 bedroom Hotel du Vin in the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon. The hotel in Rother Street, Stratford-upon-Avon, will be the fourth to be developed by the Malmaison Hotel du Vin Group in the last 18 months. It follows the … [Read more...]