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26th March 2026: St Austell Brewery - the South West's leading brewing, hospitality and drinks wholesale business - is celebrating double success after being named Best Managed Pub Company (2–50 sites) and Best Sustainable Pub Company at the 2026 Publican Awards. This achievement marks the third consecutive year the independent, family-owned brewery has been recognised at the UK's major hospitality awards, following wins for Best Brewing Pub Company in 2025 and Best Accommoda

Heartwood Collection is ushering in the new season with the launch of its vibrant Spring Menu at Heartwood Inns, arriving in all 35 pubs from today. Celebrating the very best of British seasonal produce, the new menu brings lighter, brighter flavours to the table, perfect for longer days, garden gatherings and relaxed springtime dining. Seasonal Flavours, Fresh Perspectives As the season shifts, so too does the menu, embracing crisp ingredients, colourful plates and the very

The weekend of 10-12 April will see Worthing's fifth town wide tap takeover. Where independent venues will each champion an independent brewery from across Sussex and the UK. For venues to qualify to take part they must pour at least 50% independent beer all year round. This includes all draft items across cask and keg, and covering the full spectrum of beer, cider and lager. There are 20 venues taking part this year. So it's looking to be another successful year! We have som

Last May's festival was another resounding success. We served over 2,000 pints (that's one every 30 seconds!) and raised £13,000. In total, our three previous festivals have raised over £30,000 for local good causes, thanks entirely to our generous sponsors and your support from our local communities. We are a not for profit company — all funds raised go back into the community. We have been pleased to support many local organisations, including the Rest a While Centre, Withe

EDINBURGH sour beer specialists Vault City have teamed up with Leith bakery Babyfaced Baker to create two limited-edition sour beers brewed using surplus croissant pastry that would otherwise go unused. The collaboration with Babyfaced Baker founder Rhiain Gordon transforms pastry offcuts from the bakery's croissant production into a brewing ingredient, giving new life to surplus dough while creating dessert-inspired sour beers: Blueberry Maple Glaze Bun and Lemon Meringue Ic

The British beer industry like many others is not without its struggles; far too many pubs are closing, breweries are struggling to remain profitable and drinkers are bemoaning the rising price of a pint. But a recent brewing industry trade show, which pulled in a record number of over 3,680 trade visitors, is showing British independent beer still means business.   The annual BeerX trade show in Liverpool is organised by the Society of Independent Brewers and Associates (SIB

As 63% of Gen Z say they prefer to attend or host parties at-home versus going to clubs and bars, 1664 Bière is backing the return of the house party Across the UK 1 in 3 people plan to host more at-home this year, ditching curated dinners and perfect tablescapes in favour of low-effort, high-vibe gatherings. 1664 Bière is tapping into this shift with its new on-pack promotion, House Party Suprême, running from Monday 2nd March to Sunday 31st May 2026.   No two nights in a

Winchester chef Luke Emmess, Head Chef at The Wykeham Arms, has secured his place in tonights national final of MasterChef: The Professionals, where the final three chefs will go head-to-head for one of the UK’s most prestigious culinary titles.   Luke’s journey to the final has been defined by ambition, creativity and a relentless pursuit of perfection, with a series of standout performances impressing judges and industry experts alike.   Following a highly successful Chef’s

Independent Yorkshire brewery, T&R Theakston is now offering pubs and bars its popular Barista Stout in traditional cask form as the brewery continues its commitment to growing cask volumes across the Licensed On Trade.   Launched in 2015, Theakston’s Barista Stout is a velvety, coffee-flavoured stout brewed with caramel and vanilla notes, hints of dark berry fruits and a bold espresso aroma. The stout will now be available for pub goers to enjoy in traditional hand pull cask

The Welsh Parliament (Senedd) has voted in favour of the Deposit Scheme for Drinks Containers (Wales) Regulations 2026, underpinning the Welsh Deposit Return Scheme.     The regulations will establish a DRS for in-scope drinks containers, including single-use closed bottles and cans made from plastic, steel, glass or aluminium, containing between 150ml to 3 litres of liquid and supplied for consumption in Wales. This now means that from 1 October 2027, anyone supplied with a

Emma McClarkin, CEO of the Welsh Beer and Pub Association, said: "This is a significant milestone for introducing a deposit return scheme in Wales, especially as it keeps delivery on track with the rest-of-UK scheme. We encourage the Welsh Government to build on this by swiftly appointing a deposit management organisation. In order to prevent fees being prohibitive for brewers selling beer in glass bottles in Wales, this organisation must be given the remit to take a pragmati

Greene King, the UK’s leading pub company and brewer, has unveiled its major new supply chain depot in Middleton, Greater Manchester.   The 290,000 sq ft warehouse and office space - equivalent to over four football pitches - is officially operational this month, serving around 1,000 Greene King managed and free trade pubs in the northwest.   It marks a £23 million investment over the 15-year lease, in partnership with GXO, the world’s largest pure-play contract logistics pro

Peroni Nastro Azzurro unveils striking new global creative platform from March 2026 High-impact visibility across on- and off-trade to drive category value and showcase power of the iconic, super-premium Italian brand Only Peroni will ensure the brand is unmissable to its target of younger adult beer drinkers London, March 2026; Peroni Nastro Azzurro, the UK’s most-loved premium lager brand,[1] has unveiled a new, multi-year creative expression to showcase the heritage of the

The brewery’s latest pair of award wins prove that the most exciting flavours in the UK independent beer scene may be found in the flora of Northumberland. For this family-run team, taking home National Silver for their foraged Spruce Saison is a win for the small breweries making a difference in their local communities. The First & Last Brewery, a small independent craft brewery located in Bellingham in rural Northumberland, has been awarded the Silver Overall Champion of Bo

Nearly 800 pubs and bars closed last year in England, Scotland and Wales, up approximately 3% on 2024 The sector is fighting to cope with high staff, energy and ingredients costs, increased regulatory demands and changes to consumer behaviour Revolution Bars is the biggest casualty of 2026 so far and more insolvencies are expected   The number of pubs and bar companies collapsing into insolvency rose 2.6% from 769 to 789* over the year to December 31, according to an analysis

We are delighted to invite you to the exclusive Morning Soft Launch of Goole Market Hall on Tuesday 31st March . This private event celebrates the exciting transformation of the market hall, now proudly taken over by Brew York , bringing craft beers, locally inspired food, and a vibrant community space to the heart of Goole. As this is a private invitation, we kindly ask that you do not share this webpage with others. Event Details: Date: Tuesday 31st March Time: 10:00am-

Emma McClarkin, CEO of the British Beer and Pub Association , said: "We welcome the appointment of UK Packaging PRO and look forward to being involved in influencing the future delivery of the packaging Extended Producer Responsibility scheme.   "An industry-led PRO that works on behalf of all producers will be key to achieving the best environmental outcomes in the most cost-effective way.   “Today’s announcement is a significant milestone for pEPR and we encourage the Gover

New Research From Time Out Reveals How Modern Drinking Culture Is Being Shaped by Three Forces: The Moment, the Energy and the Taste. The meaning of a night out is shifting. What was once framed as a wellness trend or temporary lifestyle reset has quietly moved into the mainstream, with moderation now embedded in how many people socialise. New research from Time Out , in collaboration with Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% , suggests moderation is now part of everyday social culture

Join Hook Norton Brewery at The Falcon, Thame on Thursday 2nd April 2026, 5pm – 7pm, as they launch their brand-new April seasonal cask ale – Spring Light (3.2%). Spring Light is hazy, zesty, and effortlessly refreshing, bringing bright grapefruit notes with a gentle hint of coriander spice, capturing the feeling of a fresh spring breeze. It’s a light-strength beer but full of flavour. The event also celebrates an exciting new chapter for the pub, following a £50,000 investme

Dorset-based independent family brewer Badger Brewery is adding a new beer to its successful Premium Bottled Ales (PBA) range: Iron Hart, a 5.2% ABV Pale Ale. Billed as a ‘beer with backbone’, Iron Hart is brewed with a firm malt base and a bold blend of Cascade and Amarillo hops, offering fresh citrus aromas and a dry, bitter finish. At 5.2% it taps into consumers’ growing thirst for PBAs with a higher ABV, while staying within the Pale Ale taste and cues expected by drinker