All Greene King articles
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NewsGreene King reaches milestone of 80 franchise pubs
Four years after launching its franchise pub business, the group said its is committed to growing its footprint, with further openings in the pipeline
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InterviewsHickory’s: ‘We are feeling confident about our current pace’
With the rate of new openings increasing under Greene King’s ownership, MD John Welsh speaks to MCA about the investments driving the BBQ smokehouse brand forward
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Event NewsOnly a few tickets left: Pub Conference 2025
Taking place this Thursday at London’s Ham Yard Hotel, the conference will bring together the UK’s leading pub and bar operators, investors, analysts and suppliers for a day packed with insight, strategy and connection
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NewsPub groups develop loyalty schemes to increase frequency
Greene King, Fuller’s, Mitchells & Butlers and Butcombe Group, are launching or revamping loyalty programmes in a bid to lure back customers with more frequency, the Financial Times reports
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NewsPub sector increases commitment to DEI
Companies including Fuller’s, Greene King, and Punch Pubs have committed to furthering diversity and inclusion in support of the BBPA’s Open To All charter
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EventsPub leaders to share strategies for standout destination venues
Leaders from Greene King, Butcombe and St Austell will explore the strategies behind building and sustaining these venues at this year’s Pub Conference
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, including The Chalk, Burger Drop, Rudy’s, and more
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NewsRedCat in talks over Greene King package
The Rooney Anand-chaired pub company is in advanced talks to buy a 39-strong package from his former company Greene King, Sky News reports
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NewsGreene King delivers revenue growth across all four divisions
Group revenue increased by 3.2%, with the pub operator attributing the performance to record Christmas bookings and strong demand from events such as the 2024 Men’s Euros
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, including Chopstix, YouMeSushi, Greene King’s The Sherlock Holmes and more
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Weekend PressGreene King-backed Hickory’s to open 10 restaurants a year
The BBQ smokehouse brand, which was acquired by Greene King in 2022, has said it sees a ‘substantial opportunity’ to grow despite sector challenges, The Independent reports
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NewsIn pictures: Greene King’s Farmhouse Kitchen Ossett
Located at Silkwood Park, the former Farmhouse Inns site has received a six-figure investment, transforming it into a new value-led family-friendly all-day dining concept
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NewsGreene King invests £10m in HR and payroll platform
The pub company is investing £10m in the new platform, Workday, to support its team members and enhance people-focused services over the next five years
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NewsGreene King expands franchise pub concepts to Scotland
The pubco will roll out Hive Pubs and Nest Pubs in Scotland, building on their success in England, where Greene King operates over 70 franchise pubs
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InterviewsGreene King: ‘What we believe to be right is including everybody’
Chief experience officer Andrew Bush talks to MCA about building a new legacy, in this finalist profile for the Diversity Leadership Programme category at the MCA Hospitality Awards
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NewsGreene King makes investments in digital
The pub company, which has launched a new web platform, data capability and consumer app, grew digital bookings by 13% in December
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NewsGreene King MD departs after five months in role
MD of premium ventures Alex Dawson leaves amid a restructure of Greene King’s central support function, which could see 200 jobs made redundant
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NewsGreene King brewery plans approved
The £40m state-of-the-art new brewery, which will be next to its distribution centre at Suffolk Park in Bury St Edmunds, is expected to open in 2027
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Weekend PressPub charges England fans £2 extra for pints on match days
Green King’s decision to ‘take advantage’ of football supporters is ‘unacceptable’, The Telegraph reports
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NewsGreene King appoints new group marketing director
Kevin Hydes joins the pub operator and brewer after stepping down as chief commercial officer at Tim Hortons in August