The Morning Advertiser

08/07/2024

It is official. The dream of 'football coming home' is still alive as this weekend England emerged victorious against Switzerland, advancing to the semi-finals where they will face The Netherlands.

The automatic extension to extend licensed hours is now in play as England progresses to the semi finals.

08/07/2024

"The pub and bar industry has struggled for a long time but the past two years have been particularly difficult.”

The amount of insolvencies of pub and bar companies has increased by almost a third (30%) as 784 have been lost in the past year.

08/07/2024

“The real barrier to these products is accurately describing them"

Customers do no understand ABV and the definitions of no, low and light alcohol drinks are “complicated”, according to a panel of experts.

08/07/2024

In its manifesto released on Thursday 13 June, Labour committed to reforming business rates in a bid to support high street firms and replace the current system, which the British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) said was a “significant promise” for pubs.

After the nation elected Keir Starmer as Prime Minister this week, The Morning Advertiser (MA) has looked back on the pledges made by the Labour Party during the election campaign.

08/07/2024

“With cautious signs that some consumers are starting to loosen their spending as their bills ease, we can be optimistic that growth in the second half of 2024 will be stronger than the first.”

Drinks sales across the on-trade were up year-on-year (YOY) for the second in a row week during the seven days to Saturday 29 June.

07/07/2024

Legally speaking, you have various duties under occupiers’ liability law, health and safety legislation and food safety rules, to name but a few, and something your insurers no doubt will police in their own inimitable way. But what about the more nuanced moral duty of care to your customers?

Nowadays it is expected – and quite rightly so – that licensed premises should have a policy, and their staff are trained in it, to recognise and deal with vulnerable persons on their premises.

07/07/2024

“The new venue features a wide range of our signature activities but will also be family-friendly seven days a week, meaning everyone can come down and enjoy.”

This week's round-up includes investments from Roxy Leisure, Heartwood Inns, Fuller's, Star and more.

07/07/2024

“We have loved being in the Hurley Forest, it’s a unique spot for a country pub offering our particular style of hospitality,”

Simon Bonwick is to move on from Berkshire’s the Dew Drop Inn after 18 months behind the stove.

07/07/2024

“The Euros have provided a great boost to the hospitality sector as communities have come together in their local pub to cheer on their national team."

Greene King has predicted it will sell more than 1m pints during the quarter finals of the Euros 2024 tournament this weekend.

07/07/2024

International sporting tournaments are the time that many pubs get to shine, bringing people together in shared experiences and creating memorable moments that bring people back to the pub time and time again.

While the Co-op’s decision to focus on the pub sector with its recent sniping advert might be viewed internally as a bit of “light-hearted” fun, it's gone down like a cup of cold sick with the people it’s targeting.

07/07/2024

“[Fruity beers] are a draw, they step people out of their usual comfort zones and offer accessibility into craft beer – for even the most risk averse drinker."

This week's round up features an on-trade exclusive from Seven Bro7hers alongside new products from Nirvana, H***h, Greene King and more.

07/07/2024

The Pipe & Glass is a former coaching inn set in the lovely, and very rural, village of South Dalton, about nine miles north-west of Beverley.

Almost 20 years ago, James and Kate Mackenzie took the reins at the Pipe & Glass in the picturesque village of South Dalton, near the East Yorkshire coast.

06/07/2024

It’s important to note, however, that this legislation only applies to premises already authorised for alcohol sales until at least 11pm, so if for example your licence only permits the sale of alcohol until 10.30pm you will not benefit from the legislation.

Now England have squeezed past Slovakia to set up a quarter-final clash with Switzerland, they have taken another step towards the semi-final and final of Euro 2024, and are keeping the dream of ‘bringing it home’ alive…..albeit just!

06/07/2024

“It’s shocking only 12% believe a pint is affordable and making tax on pints fairer should also be a priority in order to keep pub going accessible.”

Just over one in 10 consumers said a pint was affordable, according to recent research commissioned by the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA).

06/07/2024

The controversial celebrity is reported to have bought the Windmill, near Burford, Oxfordshire, a pub that is described by the previous owners as a “venue and restaurant”.

Having demonstrated how hard the farming game is, television presenter Jeremy Clarkson has now turned his attention to the pub sector with the reported purchase of a Cotswolds-based venue.

06/07/2024

"Our customers can now look forward to experiencing the exceptional quality that both Mahou San Miguel and Budweiser Brewing Group are known for, as we toast to a future with more cheers.”

Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company’s (CMBC) has shared its “disappointment” at Budweiser Brewing Group UK&I’s (BBG) new deal with Mahou San Miguel to distribute San Miguel in the UK.

06/07/2024

“It’s no surprise to find that beer benefits most from the football, and venues and suppliers will be hoping England can progress deep into the tournament and deliver several more bumper days."

Beer sales have helped push drinks sales back above 2023 levels, the latest Drinks Recovery Tracker from CGA by NIQ has revealed.

06/07/2024

The pubco, which operates 2,700 pubs, has made the commitment as part of a 15-year lease with logistics company GXO, which will be running the operations of the site.

Greene King is set to invest £23m in a new food and drink depot as part of long-term investment in its north-west pubs.

06/07/2024

The past 12 months have seen a flurry of activity with acquisitions. We’ve looked at some of the most notable purchases during the period.

05/07/2024

We’re particularly proud of our wine list, which won the first ever Wine List of the Year category in the Top 50 Gastropub Awards.

Almost 20 years ago, James and Kate Mackenzie took the reins at the Pipe & Glass in the picturesque village of South Dalton, near the East Yorkshire coast.

05/07/2024

"A new Government and a new parliament with a huge amount of change - would like to thank all outgoing MPs for their support for our sector and congratulate all those returning or being elected for the first time - a hugely exciting time"

Welcome to the Morning Advertiser's (MA) live coverage of the general election, detailing the latest updates for the sector as they happen.

05/07/2024

At any given time, we employ around 60 people and 15 chefs in the kitchen.

Almost 20 years ago, James and Kate Mackenzie took the reins at the Pipe & Glass in the picturesque village of South Dalton, near the East Yorkshire coast.

04/07/2024

It’s always been really important to us that the Pipe is as much a pub as it is having a Michelin star.
Pipe and Glass

Almost 20 years ago, James and Kate Mackenzie took the reins at the Pipe & Glass in the picturesque village of South Dalton, near the East Yorkshire coast.

04/07/2024

Drinking Check can effectively identify people with risky drinking behaviour.

Drinkaware is kicking off a nationwide campaign during Alcohol Awareness Week, to encourage people to check their drinking with its free Drinking Check.

04/07/2024

The anticipated governmental shift following the general election offers a pivotal opportunity for ministers and MPs to support and rejuvenate the night-time economy.

The Night-Time Industries Association (NTIA) has demanded the incoming Government take action after research showed there has been a 16% surge in business administrations so far this year.

04/07/2024

Sitting at home with, as one pub operator described as a “dry, cardboard-like pizza” is not the way most people would choose to cheer on their team and to try and promote it as a better choice is risible.

While the Co-op’s decision to focus on the pub sector with its recent sniping advert might be viewed internally as a bit of “light-hearted” fun, it's gone down like a cup of cold sick with the people…

04/07/2024

“Our on-trade customers are always looking for an edge, something that brings in the drinkers."

This week's round up features an on-trade exclusive from Seven Bro7hers alongside new products from Nirvana, H***h, Greene King and more.

04/07/2024

“We appear to have been overlooked as part of the election campaigns and no party has offered any real idea of how they might support the sector or any other small businesses in the near future.”

Welcome to the Morning Advertiser's (MA) live coverage of the general election, detailing the latest updates for the sector as they happen.

04/07/2024

Our gardens are a particularly popular feature – huge and welcoming, and very green.

Almost 20 years ago, James and Kate Mackenzie took the reins at the Pipe & Glass in the picturesque village of South Dalton, near the East Yorkshire coast.

04/07/2024

Drinkaware’s research showed two thirds (66%) of adult drinkers in the UK, an estimated 30m people, have never been asked to check how much they are drinking.
https://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Article/2024/07/04/drinkaware-launches-drinking-check-for-summer

Drinkaware is kicking off a nationwide campaign during Alcohol Awareness Week, to encourage people to check their drinking with its free Drinking Check.