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CAMRA is urging Government to put an end to industrial drinks made from as little as 35% juice by global companies, which can be taxed and sold as cider and perry. The consumer group is campaigning for the legal minimum juice content to be raised to at least 50% in cider and perry, setting up an e-lobby so people can contact their MP. Consumers should be guaranteed that they are buying quality, authentic real ciders and perries that contain more juice than sweetened water. Ma

Britain's oldest brewer, Shepherd Neame, has teamed up with fellow independent Kent business Karimix to launch a delicious new range of signature table sauces, now available across its pubs. The new Sheps Originals collection features four flavour-packed sauces, carefully created to complement Shepherd Neame's seasonal menus, which champion locally sourced ingredients across its pubs in Kent and the South East. Food manufacturer Karimix is based at Stone Stile Farm in the vil

Analysis from the British Beer and Pub Association finds that pubs could generate an additional £27.5 million from pint sales alone for Saturday's game BBPA call for Government to bring permanent relief to sector by bringing beer duty in line with the European average and implementing a meaningful draught discount to support pubs Emma McClarkin, CEO of the British Beer and Pub Association, said: "Without doubt, the pub remains the best place for fans to come together and chee

Chouffe, the Belgian beer known for its mischievous gnome mascot and adventurous brewing heritage, is expanding its UK retail range with the launch of Chouffe Framboise in Waitrose stores nationwide from the July 12th. Brewed in the heart of the Belgian Ardennes, Chouffe Framboise (7% ABV) combines the classic character of its original brew, La Chouffe, with the vibrant flavour of raspberries – creating a refreshing fruit beer that balances juicy berry notes with subtle spice

The Guild's annual Summer Social will take place on Thursday 16th July (LCBF eve) between 6-9pm at Anspach & Hobday's The Arch House in Bermondsey. A special thank you to Anspach & Hobday for agreeing to host us this year. Event entry is free and our hosts have kindly offered a complimentary drink upon arrival. Thank you to our other industry partners, some of whom are providing samples for takeaway. The Guild will be providing complimentary food for attendees. All Guild indi

Avanti West Coast spotlights mid-strength beers and sustainable brewing through partnership with independent brewery. Avanti West Coast teams up with London's first independent B Corp brewery to spotlight mid-strength beers SMALL BEER to serve up its Mexican Lager onboard trains for limited time as part of Avanti's brewery showcase Historic brewing style revived for modern day uses sustainable practices Avanti West Coast has partnered with a London brewery to serve a historic

The Crown, located in Littlehampton, officially opened on Thursday 25th of June following a transformational investment of more than £287,208. The pub is part of Proper Pubs, the award-winning community wet-led operator division of Admiral Taverns, which operates more than 200 pubs across England, Scotland and Wales. Behind the bar are passionate community heroes, Toby Guise and Michelle King, who are highly experienced in the hospitality sector. Their expertise, combined wit

Popular community pub, The Sportsman Arms in Redditch, officially relaunched on Saturday 13th June, following a combined investment of £130,000 from experienced licensees, Jo and Tony Wade and Admiral Taverns, the UK's leading community pub company. The refurbishment breathes a new lease of life into The Sportsman Arms to elevate and modernise the overall look and feel of the pub – ultimately enabling the licensee to further cement it as the go-to community hub for local cust

Hospitality businesses from across the UK are being invited to bring along their outstanding apprentices to the annual Hospitality Apprenticeship Showcase (HAS), taking place at the House of Commons during National Apprenticeship Week. The event, to be held on Wednesday 10 February 2027, from 12.30pm–3.30pm in the Terrace Pavilion, House of Commons, will bring together around 120 hospitality apprentices from many of the UK's leading operators for an afternoon celebrating the

Independent family brewer Shepherd Neame has been appointed the official beer supplier of golf's original championship, The Open, for a fourth consecutive year. The 154th Open will take place at Royal Birkdale in Southport from Sunday (July 12) to Sunday, July 19, with The R&A expecting up to 300,000 spectators across Championship week. Golf fans will be able to enjoy a selection of Shepherd Neame brands, including official beer of the championship Singha, the premium Thai la

American craft beer will be in the spotlight this summer as the Brewers Association, the not-for-profit trade association for small and independent American craft brewers – returns to the UK with a major presence at its flagship event; London Craft Beer Festival (LCBF), 17-18 July at Southwark Park, London. A wide range of sought-after, UK-rare, world class quality American craft beer will be showcased at this year's festival including 16 American craft breweries and over 40

Independent cider producer - Gravity Theory - is launching two new fruit flavours in 330/440ml cans, elevated by a draught debut response over the past few months. The new flavours - Berry Cherry and Hazy Pineapple - both include real fruit to produce delicately sweet, lightly sparkling ciders that are punchy in aroma and taste. Berry Cherry pours vibrant ruby red and features raspberries and blackberries, is slightly tart with a deep cherry kick. Hazy Pineapple is naturally

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

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