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Bristol-based independent craft brewery Wiper and True is celebrating a decade of its flagship pale ale, Kaleidoscope, with a city-wide “Birthday Safari” spanning 55 venues across Bristol. Running from this week until 30 April 2026, the Kaleidoscope Birthday Safari invites beer lovers to explore the city’s pubs, bars, restaurants and independent shops in a unique, interactive trail.  Special Kaleidoscope posters have been installed across participating venues, each featuring

The results are in for the UK’s biggest beer competition, with three breweries taking the Overall Gold across the Cask, Keg, and Bottle/Can competitions – with winners from the UK now set to go on and be judged Worldwide.   Overall Champion of the Cask in the 2026 "Indie Beer Awards" was Almasty Brewery in Newcastle with their 6% 'Believe' New England style IPA, Lakes Brew Co in Kendall won Overall Champion in Keg with their decadent 8.4% "Don't Make Me Run" Imperial Stout, a

Winchester chef Luke Emmess, Fuller’s Head Chef at The Wykeham Arms, has powered into the finals week of MasterChef: The Professionals, following a remarkable run of performances that saw him praised for delivering “next level cookery” by the judges.   In the latest stage of the competition, the final five chefs travelled to the prestigious The Glenturret Lalique Restaurant, where they were put through their paces by renowned chef Mark Donald. Known for his exacting standards

Piers Thompson [fourth left] with members of A Band of Brothers St Austell Brewery has announced a £25,000 donation to A Band of Brothers (ABOB) Cornwall, a charity transforming the lives of young men through mentorship and long‑term community support.   Founded nationally in 2006 and active in Cornwall for over a decade, ABOB works specifically with men aged 18-25 who are facing significant challenges, often including trauma, addiction, offending, or social isolation. Its Co

Surrey-based Hogs Back Brewery picked up its first medal at the International Brewing Awards 2026. The prestigious annual awards, know unofficially as the “Oscars of the brewing industry”, attract high calibre competition from across the world of beer. Picking up the Bronze medal marks the latest in a long line of national and international awards for Tongham TEA [Traditional English Ale]. Tongham TEA was the first beer ever to be brewed at Manor Farm, Surrey, over 33 years a

A BBPA spokesperson , said: “The inclusion of no and low beer in the ONS’ latest basket to calculate inflation recognises them as a standard product in the nation’s shopping basket. This is no surprise given that no and low has been the fastest growing beer category for the past few years with a record 200 million pints served in pubs last year alone as many of us choose to moderate. "This is a trend that will further accelerate if the government makes a simple regulatory cha

A BBPA spokesperson , said: "Pubs and breweries have long been a gateway into the workforce, offering flexible roles, training and clear career progression for many young people starting out. "Schemes that expand access to apprenticeships and early work opportunities have the potential to make a real difference, particularly when they are shaped alongside employers who understand the needs of the sector. "At the same time, it is important that the wider policy environment enc

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