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Sales figures from the England-Mexico game have come in earlier than expected: The BBPA, using figures from Oxford Partnership, states that a third of pubs who were able to take advantage of the blanket easement opened last night/morning – that is the easement that the Government granted last Friday – using a new Act of Parliament that the BBPA had worked with MPs to pass at the start of this year for such events of national significance. Same data: Almost six million pints w

HEINEKEN UK data shows managed operator Star pub sales value up 67% year-on-year as fans gathered for England’s dramatic 3-2 victory over Mexico Food sales surged 81%, cider sales more than doubled, and 2am became the night’s biggest trading moment as fans stayed out to cheer the Three Lions into the quarter-finals England’s dramatic World Cup win over Mexico delivered a major boost for pubs across the country, with HEINEKEN UK data from its managed operator pubs, showing sal

Popular community pub, the Beech Hotel on Derby Road in Stretton, officially reopened on Saturday 27th June, following a transformational combined investment of £195,000 from experienced licensees, Adrian and Millie Billings and Admiral Taverns, the UK’s leading community pub company. This refurbishment has breathed a new lease of life into the Beech Hotel to elevate and modernise the overall look and feel of the pub – whilst still retaining its original, characterful feature

Firebrand Brewing Co's Shorebreak Alcohol-Free IPA received glowing praise on the latest episode of BBC Saturday Kitchen, with drinks expert Olly Smith and musician Ricky Wilson praising the beer for its exceptional flavour and character. Featured as a perfect pairing for host Matt Tebbut's fish and chips, renowned drinks expert 'Jolly Olly' Olly Smith showcased Shorebreak as a standout example of a quality alcohol-free beer. Speaking on the show, Olly said: “I love it becaus

CAMRA report sets out the case for a market investigation to give consumers true choice at the bar A new report, published today by CAMRA, shows how independent brewers are being excluded from bars across the UK, and sets out the case for the Competition and Markets Authority action. 'Beer in the UK' is the authoritative consumer view on how the UK beer scene actually works, or doesn't work, for beer drinkers and independent brewers. The report lays bare the stark state of Br

Commenting on the launch of CAMRA's hard-hitting report into the UK pub and beer market, Andy Slee, Society of Independent Brewers & Associates (SIBA) Chief Executive said; "As Europe's largest beer consumer group, CAMRA are right to call for change for a UK brewing industry which is dominated by global beer giants which restrict access for British independent breweries. At the heart of their excellent report is a call for greater consumer choice, transparency around brewery

Every year the board have selected a charity partner for our annual awards and dinner evening. This year, the board have decided to do things a little differently. First, the charity partnership will be run throughout the year, with donation opportunities outside of just the awards. Second, the board have created a shortlist of potential partners and have now decided to open voting up to the membership to decide. To cast your vote, please click the button below. Voting closes

We'd love to have you join us at the media launch event on Monday 13th July from 6pm - 8pm to experience the pairings for yourself. Lianne will be there to guide you through each pairing and explain first-hand why each beer was chosen, alongside Tūn Brewing founder Richard Alston, who'll be sharing the story behind the collaboration. If you'd like to come along, just drop me your best availability and I'll get you on the guest list - izzy@scooppr.co.uk In partnership with Cho

The iconic Woodforde’s Wherry – Norfolk’s most beloved ale – has been named the 41st best beer in the UK by a major beer festival organiser. We are Beer, the name behind the popular London Craft Beer Festival and Bristol Craft Beer Festival, ranked Wherry 41st in its Top 50 UK Beers 2026. It is the latest accolade for the multi-award-winning amber ale, which has twice been crowned Champion Beer of Britain by CAMRA. Paul Sullivan, CEO of Woodforde’s, said: “We are delighted to

Independent family brewer Shepherd Neame has been named Supreme Champion Family Business of the Year at the National Family Business of the Year Awards 2026. After scooping awards for London and South East Family Business of the Year and Hospitality, Hotel and Leisure Family Business of the Year, the Kent-based brewer was crowned overall winner at the ceremony, hosted on June 17 at the Royal Geographical Society in London. A total of 28 businesses were recognised at the event

England may have left it late on the pitch, but fans wasted no time getting to the bar as the Three Lions’ dramatic win over DR Congo sent pub sales soaring across HEINEKEN UK’s managed operator pubs in its Star Pubs estate. With a 5pm UK kick-off perfectly timed for the after-work rush, pubs were primed for a blockbuster afternoon, and the numbers did not disappoint. Sales jumped by 130.2% versus a year ago, as supporters piled in to watch England edge through to the last 16

Please find the British Beer and Pub Association's response to concerns raised by publicans ahead of the 1am kick-off between Mexico and England. Emma McClarkin, CEO of the British Beer and Pub Association, said: “We remain in close contact with Government about concerns raised by publicans who want to show the match but haven't got Temporary Event Notices in place. It would be a crying shame for fans and pubs if our locals weren't able to host such an important match.” For m

We're thrilled to announce our judging panel for this year! As with previous years, the panel brings together expertise from across the food and drink industry to evaluate the finest writing and communications in beer and cider – upholding the highest standards of independence and fairness. The judges are (from left to right, top row then bottom row): Steve Dass Steve is a former brewer who started his career in Belgium within the organic beer sector before contributing to th

Steady Rolling Man is crowned #1 British Beer of 2026 in the annual Top 50 UK Beer Awards, from We Are Beer. Topping a stellar list of beers winning over key accounts and drinkers alike, the award draws votes from a panel of over 150 beer experts, and over 6,000 drinkers and trade professionals. The Top 50 UK Beer Awards - now in its third year, celebrates the best-selling, most influential and best made beers available in the UK, hosted by We Are Beer, organisers of the UK's

New HEINEKEN UK pub data shows England matchdays are packing out locals, with drinks sales up 71% as fans swap sofas for the pub. As England gear up for their World Cup knockout clash with DR Congo today, new pub sales data from HEINEKEN UK shows the Three Lions are already giving Britain's boozers a major boost. Across three recent England matchdays, data from HEINEKEN UK's managed operator pubs in its Star business, saw sales value jumped 62.1% compared with the same period

Bristol, UK – 1 July 2026: Lost and Grounded Brewers today unveiled a fresh new brand identity, reflecting both the evolution of the brewery over the past decade and the changing beer landscape. The new designs for cans and keg badges will begin appearing on shelves and bars across the UK over the coming weeks as existing packaging is phased out. Since its inception in 2016, Lost and Grounded Brewers has maintained an ongoing panoramic design for its core beer range, represen

17-27 September What is it? A celebration of cask ale, involving around 10,000 pubs, bars and brewery taps across the country. Think extra cask ales on bars, free tasters of ale, brewery tours – even a pub quiz to test cask trivia knowledge. The Cask Ale Week events map lists events by region and type and will continue to be updated towards the start of the week. What's special about cask ale? Cask ale is a uniquely British drink that can only be enjoyed in pubs and bars – so

Loch Lomond brewery and Bellfield Brewery have taken home coveted 'Overall Champion' spots at Indie Beer Scotland 2026, being named winners of the seperate cask and keg beer competitions in the Indie Beer Awards Scotland. Cairngorm also took home the Overall Champion in bottle & can. In the cask beer awards it was Loch Lomond's bright and hoppy 'Brave Hop' IPA which was named best of the best in the Overall Champions judging after winning it's style category, Fiona MacEachern

Edinburgh brewery Vault City Brewing has been named in the We Are Beer Top 50 UK Beers 2026, with its flagship Iron Brew Sour ranking 16th among the UK's best beers. The recognition marks Vault City's third consecutive year in the Top 50, following Triple Fruited Mango, which ranked 22nd in 2024 and 10th in 2025. Inspired by Scotland's favourite soft drink, Iron Brew Sour has become one of Vault City's signature beers, building a cult following with its nostalgic flavour and

Brewser sends beer direct from independent UK breweries, picked, packed and posted by the people who brewed it, straight from the cold store to the door, from £29 a month with free delivery. This July it is giving one member a full summer BBQ kit worth £900 built around a box from Lakedown, brewed on the Daltrey family's East Sussex farm. United Kingdom, For immediate release 01.07.26. Brewser, the world's first direct-from-brewery beer subscription, is reintroducing itself t