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Evodia introduces new flavors for today’s most competitive beer styles, with their innovative fermentation technology. Yops® is a collection of next-generation flavors created through yeast fermentation, where terpenes and other key flavor molecules are leading the way into the future of flavor. A New Way to Build Flavor from Fermentation    Yops® represents a new era in brewing. Instead of relying only on flavor compounds extracted from plants, this yeast‑based technology pr

February 2026: Hospitality Rides launches raft of corporate sponsorship opportunities as challenge organisers sets ambition to raise over £500k for leading hospitality charities LTC and Only A Pavement Away  in 2026.   Led by ride founder and KAM Managing Director Katy Moses, 30 hospitality industry leaders will take on the annual industry cycle challenge from 18 – 26 April 2026 in an epic 400km cycle across Cuba to raise vital funds for people entering, working and leaving

Joule’s Brewery is delighted to announce that Nicola Gresty and Mark Ball have taken on the tenancy of The Butchers Arms, opening their doors to the village on Tuesday 10th February, from the evening onwards. To celebrate and to say a proper hello to the local community, Nicola and Mark will be offering 200 free pints on opening night, inviting neighbours and regulars alike to pop in, raise a glass, and get to know the new faces behind the bar. The couple are excited to begin

Popular community pub, the Five Bells on 126 High Street   in Lower Halling ,  will officially reopen on Saturday 7th February following a transformational combined investment of £183,000   from experienced licensee Lloyd Slythe and Admiral Taverns, the UK’s leading community pub company. This refurbishment will breathe   a new lease of life into the Five Bells to elevate and modernise the overall look and feel of the pub – whilst still retaining its original, characterful f

Commenting on the decision by several local authorities not to adopt 15 June as a bank holiday — despite its approval by Royal Proclamation and the Scottish Government’s aim of enabling communities to celebrate Scotland’s World Cup return together — the Scottish Beer & Pub Association has criticised the move and urged remaining councils to honour the holiday. Paul Togneri of the Scottish Beer & Pub Association (SBPA) said:  “We are deeply disappointed that several major Sco

Brew York  is proud to announce the launch of Hop Cat , a brand-new pale ale joining its much-loved Signature cask range , available from Monday 9th February. Always looking to evolve and refine its core offering, Brew York identified an opportunity to introduce a fresh, hop-forward pale ale designed specifically for cask — something modern, expressive, and effortlessly drinkable. Meet Hop Cat. ​ A lively pale ale with a very subtle haze and a whole lot of attitude, Hop Cat i

East London's Neckstamper Brewing have taken home the coveted 'Overall Champion' award at the Indie Beer Awards South East, beating a host of winners from across a broad range of keg beer categories in the final 'Champion of Champions' judging.  The brewery won Gold with their flagship 'Mizzle' New England style hazy IPA, a beer that has won the independent brewery multiple awards over the years and which will now go forward alongside the other category winners to the Nationa

In 2020 the TCCPA launched their Jean Nowell Bursary, in honour of the legacy of the late Jean Nowell and the committee are delighted to be offering the bursary again in 2026. The purpose of the Jean Nowell Bursary is to provide opportunities for people to be able to access a small amount of funding to support their progress, education and development. The individual bursaries are each worth up to £250 and up to 4 bursaries are available each year. A pioneering craft cider ma

Lallemand is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Sylvie Van Zandycke, succeeding Brent Jordan, as the President & General Manager of its Brewing business, a global provider of fermentation ingredients, process aids, enzyme and education to the brewing industry, effective February 1st, 2026. Brent Jordan has successfully led the brewing business since 2012 and will transition to the role of Senior Vice President & Special Advisor at the Lallemand Group level, whilst sim

Carling, the UK’s number one core lager brand [1] , is bringing back its nationwide initiative to support grassroots football – partnering with pubs to offer local teams the chance to win fully personalised kits. The initiative aims to help pubs forge stronger connections with their local teams by helping them get match ready, with 25 grassroots clubs each receiving £3,000 worth of kit. The bundles include home and away shirts, training jackets, match and training balls, as

The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) has been awarded the Bronze Armed Forces Covenant Award, recognising its commitment to supporting serving personnel, veterans, reservists and military families across the pub and brewing sector.  The award follows the BBPA’s formal signing of the Armed Forces Covenant and confirms the trade body’s commitment to being an Armed Forces-friendly organisation.  Bronze status is awarded to organisations that demonstrate their understand

Popular community pub, the Black & Grey on Newgate Street   in Morpeth   will officially reopen on Friday 6th February   following a   transformational combined   investment of £257,00   from experienced licensee, Nina Smith and Admiral Taverns, the UK’s leading community pub company. This refurbishment will breathe   a new lease of life into the Black & Grey to elevate and modernise the overall look and feel of the pub – whilst still retaining its original, characterful f

After 18 months of meticulous restoration following a devastating fire, Hook Norton Brewery is proud to announce the official reopening of its historic 1894 Victorian Stable Block on Saturday, 14th February 2026. To celebrate the return of these majestic animals to their original home, the brewery is hosting an open day filled with heritage, heavy horses, and hops. A Valentine’s Day with a Difference Forget the standard box of chocolates. This Valentine’s Day, visitors are

The Golden Knight in Sapley Park in Huntingdon reopened on Friday 30th January following a transformational investment of almost £300,000. The pub is part of Proper Pubs, the award-winning community wet-led operator division of Admiral Taverns, which operates more than 220 pubs across England, Scotland and Wales. Inside, The Golden Knight underwent a complete transformation to include brand new flooring, fixtures, fittings and furniture -  as well as five multiple flat scree

500 products sampled - 94% of which (471 products) – compliant with the Portman Group’s Code of Practice 5% were in breach of the Code, resulting in a packaging redesign or withdrawal from the market Two Retailer Alert Bulletins issued – the first since 2023 – asking retailers to stop stocking products Producers warned to be careful on potential particular appeal to under-18s or encouraging irresponsible or immoderate consumption Producers can utilise our free and confidentia

Responding to the Welsh Government’s announcement of extended business rates relief for pubs, Chris Charters, Director of CAMRA Wales said:   “Today’s announcement from the Finance Secretary that pubs will get 15% discount on their business rates bills is a welcome step. However, many pubs still face big hikes in their bills due to the rates revaluation which could still lead to more of our locals in Wales being forced to close for good.    “15% off for a year is only the sta

The entry deadline for the SIBA Business Awards 2026 has been extended to Monday 16th February 2026 -  with breweries, retailers, pubs and taprooms urged to get their entries in now for the prestigious industry awards.   The SIBA Business Awards, presented in association with Napthens Solicitors, seek to congratulate excellence in the brewing industry across a variety of categories, from pump clip, can and bottle design, to efforts taken by brewers to make their business more

A British Beer and Pub Association spokesperson said: “Given the unique and treasured role pubs play in our communities, culture, and job market, we’re pleased that political parties of all stripes are recognising the value of the local and want to ensure their success. “Significantly reducing the overall tax burden and cost of doing business, are key to ensuring pubs remain at the heart of communities, boost the economy, and keep people in jobs.  It is important that all pub

Emma McClarkin, CEO of the Welsh Beer and Pub Association, said: “Despite the positive intent, this announcement will not undo a long line of decisions that disadvantage Welsh pubs. “Wales chose to exclude pubs from their lower multiplier given to retail properties only, their transitional relief is much less generous, and the 15% relief only applies for one year. All this means a pub of the same size will pay almost twice in Wales as in England and leave publicans shocked an

Cask Marque welcomes Ossett Brewery as a new Corporate Members and stakeholder in Cask Marque.  They join other stakeholders in this not for profit organisation which currently has 40 members made up of brewers and pub retailers. Ossett Brewery currently have all their pub accredited to Cask Marque and joining as a Corporate Member will allow them to use Cask Marque to support their free trade customers.  They will also receive beer quality reports on any of their brewery’s p