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Independent family brewer and pub company Shepherd Neame is delighted to announced it has reopened a vibrant, new sports bar at Chatham’s Maritime Marina. The venue, formerly known as Pier Five Bar and Kitchen, has been transformed into a high-energy, immersive space which is dedicated to live sport, social gaming and bold food and drink. Customers can expect multiple large screens showing a wide range of sport, interactive darts, retro gaming consoles in booths, and a lively

ON Beer, the world’s first functional non-alcoholic beer designed to deliver real effects, has secured its first national listing at Dishoom. The innovative IPA is now available across all 16 Dishoom sites including London, Manchester and Liverpool, and features on the restaurant group’s new Vitality menu, which showcases “drinks with extra function.”  The listing went live earlier this year in January 2026.   Packed with botanicals and low in calories, ON Beer delivers a nat

Chouffe, the Belgian beer brand renowned for its mischievous gnome mascot and centuries-old brewing heritage, is expanding its UK alcohol-free offer this Spring, with two major updates: The launch of Chouffe Cherry 0.0%,  and The evolution of La Chouffe Alcohol Free from 0.4% to a true 0.0% ABV . The move strengthens Chouffe’s position within the fast-growing no & low category, while giving retailers a broader premium alcohol-free range anchored in real flavour and Belgian br

At a time when energy bills are squeezing hospitality margins, Zero Carbon Services, who specialise in working with hospitality and brewing operators to reach net zero, is launching a free energy and carbon reduction tool for pubs, restaurants, and bars in England.  It has been built with hospitality businesses, for hospitality businesses. The tool has been designed to easily see how energy is being used and where the reduction opportunities are, and how to reduce energy and 

The ultimate guide to Greater Manchester’s beer and pub scene returns with expanded new edition   The second edition of CAMRA’s award-winning title,  Manchester’s Best Beer, Pubs and Bars  by Matthew Curtis, is a hands-on guide to the epicentre of UK beer culture.   The completely refreshed book puts a spotlight on the North West’s amazing beer and pub scene – not only the city of Manchester but the wider metropolitan area including the boroughs of Stockport, Trafford, Salfor

Admiral Taverns, the UK’s leading community pub group with c. 1,350 pubs across England, Scotland and Wales, has once again ranked top national Pub Owning Company in the Tenant Licensee Index (TLI) in 2025, the leading sentiment tracker for the UK leased and tenanted pub sector.   Admiral Taverns has set the benchmark, achieving an overall rating of 7.5, which was above the average of 7.1, demonstrating best-in-class relationships, a thriving culture and strong support for li

Rekorderlig’s new Pineapple-Kiwi flavour is available now in 500ml bottles and 500ml cans across stores nationwide The launch taps into demand for tropical flavoured cider [1] Rekorderlig Strawberry-Lime is now available in 500ml single cans Molson Coors Beverage Company is expanding its Rekorderlig range with the introduction of a brand-new flavour, Pineapple-Kiwi, and a new single-can format for its top-selling variant, Strawberry-Lime. Rolling out at 3.4% ABV in 500ml bott

Winchester’s own Luke Emmess, Head Chef at The Wykeham Arms, has stormed his way into the semi-finals of the BBC’s prestigious cooking competition, MasterChef: The Professionals.   Luke impressed the judges with a series of sophisticated, flavour-packed dishes, demonstrating his technical skill and creativity under pressure. His first plate in the round, a delicate pea custard tart served with braised lamb, fresh salad, truffle honey, and sheep’s yoghurt, wowed the critics’ t

Devon-based Sandford Orchards has just won silver, at the International Cider Awards, for its non-alcoholic cider, Red Zero , to add to its burgeoning trophy cabinet. It has already been named Best Non-Alcoholic Cider at the World Cider Awards 2025 and won awards from Untapped Gold 2026, Great British Food Awards, Great Taste Awards, The International Cider Challenge, World Alcohol Free Awards, Taste of the West, Food Drink Devon and The Farm Shop and Deli Awards.    Barny B

Europe’s independent brewers are showing their determination this year despite four in ten saying survival is their main priority. A new report published today shows that in the face of international turmoil, energy prices are the top challenge for independent brewers with half expecting either no growth or a decline in turnover. Yet behind these sobering figures lies a sector determined to adapt, invest and defend Europe’s authentic beer culture.   These findings are detaile

Popular community pub, the Blue Bell on Albert Street in Amble, will officially reopen on the 20th of March following an impressive, combined investment of £260,000 from licensee Charlotte Seed and Admiral Taverns, the UK’s leading community pub group. This refurbishment has breathed a new lease of life into the Blue Bell and transformed many of its existing spaces, including the lounge and guest rooms. The overall look and feel of the pub has been elevated whilst still re

Molson Coors Beverage Company is launching a new 4x440ml can format for Madrí Excepcional 0.0%, the alcohol-free variant of its £1 billion world lager brand[1]. Rolling out across the UK off-trade from March 2026, the new format offers shoppers a more convenient, accessible pack size, helping retailers tap into the growing low- and no-alcohol lager opportunity across a broader range of occasions. With more consumers choosing to moderate, demand for premium options continues t

Winners in the SIBA Business Awards 2026 have today been revealed, highlighting the UK’s very best brewing businesses, pubs and retailers of independent beer – in what was a glittering night for the independent beer industry.   Fyne Ales Farm Brewery in the Scottish highlands beat competition from across the UK to take home the evening’s top award – being named Brewery Business of the Year 2026, after also winning the UK’s Best Independent Brewery Taproom and being Highly Com

The Society of Independent Brewers and Associates (SIBA) has today welcomed Welsh brewers Tiny Rebel back as members following the creation of a standalone Welsh membership region and the launch of the hugely successful Indie Beer campaign.    Tiny Rebel, based in Newport, Wales, was founded in 2012 and has grown to become one of the UK’s best-known independent craft breweries.   SIBA CEO Andy Slee commented;   “Tiny Rebel have played an important role in driving forwards cra

Geovanni Demichele, Park Tavern licensee Steve Bury, group chairman, Paul Durkin original founding member and John Sissons Members of the Swale branch of the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) returned to the place where it all began at the weekend – The Park Tavern in Sittingbourne - to mark their 50 th anniversary.   The group first met at the Park Road pub on February 17, 1976, and last Saturday (February 20), current members gathered there to commemorate the milestone.   Arou

In response, a BBPA spokesperson said:  "Just over half of the pub sector’s workforce is aged 16–24, making our industry one of the most important employers for young people. "It’s vital that the Government continues to work with the beer and pub sector to ensure the Employment Rights Act is implemented fairly and in a way that protects these crucial first steps on the career ladder. "It is also essential that the Government listens to the industry and takes action to mitigat

12 th March 2026 - To coincide with Food Waste Action Week (9-15th March), St Austell Brewery is marking one year of its award-winning waste initiative with a dramatic uplift in recycling and a new commitment to tackling food waste across its whole business.   As part of the progress made so far, 100% of food waste from its 45 managed pubs across the South West is now diverted from general waste into anaerobic digestion or redistributed to local communities via Olio, a surp

Belgium is known worldwide for its rich beer culture. For a limited period, exclusive Full Day Beer Tours will be open to a wider audience. Normally only available for private bookings, these tours are now temporarily available as public tours. The tours offer beer lovers the chance to discover some of Belgium's most iconic beer regions and breweries, with unique adventures, tastings, and a behind-the-scenes look at the Belgian beer tradition. Authentic beer experience in the

Eibhlin Colgan and Rune Bjerkestrand with the archives in the vault Selection of the Irish brand’s archives, including pioneering innovations and community impact, joined global cultural treasures in the 'sanctuary for humanity's collective achievements' in Svalbard Guinness, a stout grounded in heritage, today announced that they have deposited a curated selection of its extensive historical archives within the Arctic World Archive in Svalbard, Norway. As the first Irish bra

St Austell Brewery is celebrating a remarkable achievement after winning four medals at the 2026 International Brewing Awards - one of the world’s oldest and most respected beer competitions.   Established in 1888 and often described as the “Oscars of the brewing industry”, the awards are judged solely by professional brewers and recognise outstanding technical excellence.   This year’s success is particularly significant for the independent family-owned business, marking its