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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

Chorus, the Original Fine English Sparkling Beer, has been awarded a Silver Medal in the Strong Beer category at the International Brewing & Cider Awards 2026 – the world’s oldest and most prestigious brewing competition, often called the “Oscars of Brewing.” The award was announced on Friday 6 March at Victoria Warehouse, Manchester, following three days of intensive judging by a panel of 43 internationally practising commercial brewers. 115 medals were awarded from entries

The Fairham, located on Farnborough Road in Clifton, officially reopened on Thursday 26th February following a phenomenal investment of more than £572,832. 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. Inside, the pub has been completely transformed to include brand new flooring, fixtures and fittings – to breathe a fresh lease of life into The Fai

Greene King has partnered with New Futures Network and the Ministry of Justice to host a series of dedicated career events at female prisons across the country this March to mark International Women’s Day.   Members of Greene King’s senior leadership team, including Chief Operating Officer, Clair Preston-Beer, Managing Director of Destination Brands, Jodie Tate and Managing Director of Greene King pubs, Zoe Bowley hosted events held at HMP Drake Hall in Stafford and HMP Downv

The Silver Spur, located in Glent Worth Gardens in Wolverhampton, officially reopened on Thursday 5th March following a transformational investment of more than £274,632. 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. Inside, the pub was completely transformed to include brand new flooring, fixtures and fittings,  throughout as well as four flat scr

09 March 2026, Glasgow: Scottish women’s beer appreciation groups Glasladies Beer Society and Women in Beer UK have once again joined forces to brew a celebration beer for International Women’s Day 2026. The collaboration is part of International Women’s Collaboration Brew Day (IWCBD), a global event that seeks to shine a light on women in the beer industry and raise funds for various women’s causes.  Edinburgh’s Moonwake Brewing Co. and Glasgow’s Mother Tongue Brewing signed

As St Austell Brewery celebrates its 175th anniversary, the business is honouring the women who continue to drive it forward today, building on a legacy that began more than a century ago with Hester Parnell, the daughter of the brewery’s founder, Walter Hicks.   In 1911, when the suffragette movement was making headlines and at a time when women were rarely seen in leadership roles, Hester stepped in to run the brewery following her brother Walter’s untimely death. Under her

After three days of the most rigorous and renowned competition in the industry, the International Brewing & Cider Awards’  43 international judges have named the best beers and ciders in the World. The winners were announced live on Friday, 6th of March, during the medal announcement open to trade event organised by the BFBI as part of the International Brewing & Cider Awards. The event, hosted at Victoria Warehouse in Manchester, has brought together the most renowned brewer

Vault City is launching three new beers as part of its Sweet Shop range next month.  The delectable tipples encompass many of the beloved flavours seen in our favourite traditional pic n mix sweets and deserts.  It comes after a run of sweet success for the Edinburgh brewers who also released Dubai Chocolate and Buckfast-flavoured beers. Packed with nostalgic, delectable flavours such as zingy sherbet, fruit juices and creamy vanilla the latest cans are sure to hit the spot f

Finalists in the SIBA Business Awards 2026 have today been revealed, highlighting the independent breweries, taprooms, retailers, pubs and beer industry businesses in the running to be named the best in the UK.   The SIBA Business Awards presentation takes place at BeerX UK in Liverpool in just under two week’s time and seeks 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

March 5 th 2026: St Austell Brewery is raising a glass to its 175th anniversary with the launch of a special limited-edition cask ale range for 2026. The range includes several much-loved favourites, revived from the brewery’s archives.   Drawing on recipes from brewing books dating back to the 1800s, the 175th anniversary collection pays tribute to some of the most well-loved beers in St Austell Brewery’s history. Alongside reimagined beers from its past and current core r

St Austell Brewery welcomed acclaimed chef, broadcaster and sustainability campaigner Hugh Fearnley‑Whittingstall to its head office today (Thursday 5 th March) as part of a special St Piran’s Day event celebrating Cornwall’s rich food and drink culture.   Hosted in partnership with the Cornwall Chamber of Commerce, the event brought together 40 producers, growers, businesses, charities and suppliers from across the county to showcase the creativity that defines the region’s

The owners of The Bailey Head pub in Oswestry are delighted to be named as a Finalist in the Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA) Business Awards for the eighth year out of Nine in the UK’s Best Independent Beer Bar or Pub – Rural category. For the second year running two North Shropshire venues are in the final four as the Crafty Dragon in Whitchurch joins them again. In fact all four finalists are the same as last year. The Bailey Head was the winner in 2020 and Highly Com

Sunrise Beverages, which owns a portfolio of independent beer brands, has made a £25,000 investment into London’s leading space for contemporary culture, the Institute of Contemporary Arts (ICA), securing a two-year partnership.  Sunrise is in a period of growth, having acquired a number of brands over the last few years with the aim of growing them whilst preserving their own identities. It was through one of these brands that the opportunity to invest into the Institute cam