Merlin Entertainments plc, Europe’s leading visitor attractions operator, and Coca‑Cola Great Britain, announced today an exciting new commercial partnership. From January 2015 Coca‑Cola will become the new sponsor of London’s premier modern attraction, the London Eye. The deal includes full naming rights; and brings together two iconic brands. The London Eye is a … [Read more...]
Punch celebrate Cask Ale Week with Free Pints
In celebration of this year’s Cask Ale Week, Punch Taverns is offering pub-goers a free pint in over 700 of its pubs throughout England and Wales. Finest Cask scheme The pubs included are part of Punch’s successful rotational cask scheme, Finest Cask, where Punch partners have access to over 100 regional beers throughout the year. Anyone can visit the website … [Read more...]
London hotels hit highest August occupancy in 15 years
London hotels have achieved their highest occupancy rate for the month of August since 1999, according to preliminary figures released today by business advisory and accountancy firm, BDO LLP. Occupancy up 3.4% in August to 87.3% Occupancy figures for the UK’s capital increased by 3.4% in August 2014, to 87.3%, while room rate was up 3.1% to £117.55. As a result, rooms … [Read more...]
Research reveals parents overestimate underage drinking
Parents significantly overestimate the extent and frequency of underage drinking, according to poll results released today. On average, parents believe more than a third of 11-15 year olds drink alcohol at least once a week, with the actual figure being far lower at 5%. Government data shows a continuous downward trend in the number of young people trying and regularly drinking … [Read more...]
HEINEKEN sells 111 pubs to Admiral Taverns
HEINEKEN UK has announced that it has agreed to sell 111 pubs from its Star Pubs & Bars business to Admiral Taverns for an undisclosed sum. The sale is expected to complete during October 2014. Alongside the sale agreement, the two parties have agreed that HEINEKEN will continue to offer its market leading ciders and beers to these 111 pubs. The agreement follows … [Read more...]