All Pubs articles – Page 6
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NewsMulti-million-pound acquisition play drives record profits at McMullen’s
Turnover at its managed pubs was up 10.1% for period, with contribution to profit up by 20%, however current trading “has been challenging”
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NewsSnap up your last-minute tickets to MCA’s Pub Conference
Escape the heat and enjoy a full day of inspirational and informative Q&As, panel discussions and insight at the leading pub sector conference this Thursday (25 June)
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NewsFormer Greene King Scotland sites up for sale
Christie & Co has been appointed to market the Burnett Arms Hotel in Kemnay, The Bonnie Beastie in Forres, The Carnock Inn in Carnock and The Abercromby Arms in Tullibody
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InterviewsSt Austell CEO: ‘There are real challenges to the UK’s domestic tourism market right now’
Kevin Georgel has accused the government of being ‘completely tone deaf’ to the realities of the sector and creating conditions that incentivise people to holiday abroad rather than at home
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NewsBrunning & Price delivers strong LFLs as growth outpaces market
The country pub operator said its strong performance was supported by investment in outdoor food and drink service pods and favourable weather in 2025 driving footfall and drinks sales
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NewsTwo thousand pubs at risk unless business rates are reformed
The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) warns more venues will close their doors, despite recent government intervention
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Weekend PressEveryone wants to save Soho – but no one can agree on what that actually means
London’s mayor says people who dislike nightlife shouldn’t live in the city’s party district, but the restaurateurs who live and work there think the debate is more complicated than that, The Independent reports
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NewsStonegate delivers its 'strongest six months' in history
The group delivered like-for-like sales growth across divisions, improvement in adjusted EBITDA, and remains on track for material profit growth in the full year - a “clear demonstration” its strategy is working, said CEO David McDowall
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OpinionAndy Burnham: ‘His record in Manchester is a very good one’
Now that the outgoing Greater Manchester mayor has seen off a lacklustre by-election challenge from Reform, attention turns to what his premiership might look like for the hospitality sector
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NewsTimothy Taylor’s overcomes ‘challenging market for cask ale’
Turnover at the Yorkshire brewer and pub operator rose by 2.1% to £35.7m last year, with flagship ale brand Landlord cementing its position as “the largest-selling cask ale brand in the UK by both value and volume”
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Analysis & InsightWorld Cup already providing boost to pubs and bars
Overall spending at pubs and bars was up 72% on the day of England’s first World Cup football match on Wednesday, compared to the equivalent day two weeks ago, according to new data from Dojo.
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NewsWadworth reports ‘highly commendable’ results despite cost pressures
The Wiltshire-based family brewer and pub operator said higher production volumes had offsett ’considerable strain’ to its cost base
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NewsSt Austell delivers ‘resilient’ 2025 performance amid tough trading conditions
The South West brewer, pub operator and drinks business recorded year-on-year revenue growth and underlying EBITDA of £22m, slightly down from £22.4m in 2024, reflecting the impact of rising costs and reduced consumer demand
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News#VATsTheProblem shop launched for hospitality operators
A new online shop with free, downloadable assets has launched for businesses to download and use in venue to promote the campaign petition, which now has more than 225,000 signatures
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NewsThwaites warns Middle East situation causing ‘uncertainty on several fronts’
The comments come the family brewer and regional pub operator reports strong FY26 results with turnover up 5% to £127m
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Analysis & InsightHospitality remains ‘stuck in stagnation’ as like-for-like sales grow marginally in May
Year-on-year growth across Britain’s leading hospitality groups has now been below the UK’s rate of inflation, as measured by the Consumer Prices Index, for 13 consecutive months
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InterviewsAmber Taverns: ‘Big screen sport is still very important for us’
James Baer, chairman of the popular community pub operator, says the World Cup represents a huge opportunity for the group with events now a key driver for growth
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Weekend PressBusiness leaders warn Labour ‘relentless’ taxation must stop
Dozens of business leaders including industry investor Luke Johnson have signed a letter calling for Labour to address the levies crippling founders, reports The Telegraph
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Weekend PressTim Martin: ‘Labour is taking Britain back to the 1970s’
The Wetherspoon founder speaks to The Telegraph about Brexit dividends, the secret to his success, and why government policies are destroying business
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Weekend PressCan Starmer’s late-night World Cup openings help Britain’s struggling pubs?
While venues could stay open until 2am, rising costs remain a far bigger concern for many landlords, reports The Guardian