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The TCCPA are thrilled to announce that CraftCon 2026 will be held at the Somerset County Cricket Club in Taunton on the 12th and 13th March 2026. Registration is now open and expected to sell out ahead of the deadline on March 3rd.   The sixth annual TCCPA trade conference will consist of two days of interactive workshops, seminars, tastings, socials and fringe events aimed at aspiring and existing cidermakers in the UK and beyond and will be expanding on the success of 2025

The wet and stormy weather at the start of 2026 could delay spring produce and push up food costs as Easter approaches, warns hospitality purchasing specialist Lynx Purchasing. “There was a widespread freeze across the UK at the start of January,” says Lynx Purchasing managing director Rachel Dobson. “That’s been followed by stormy weather and prolonged rainfall. “It all combines to make British producers nervous about the impact on both crops and livestock. Produce, from roo

Grant Hutchison is launching a new cider festival in Edinburgh as his former band gets set to mark 20 years since the release of debut album Sing the Greys The ex-Frightened Rabbit drummer stepped back from touring in 2018 following the death of his brother and bandmate Scott Hutchison, and later opened Aeble in Anstruther — Scotland’s first dedicated cider shop — with his wife Jaye The Ubhal Cider Gathering will take place on March 28 at Custom Lane in Leith, bringing togeth

The Supreme Court ruled Friday that the administration exceeded its authority using the International Emergency Economic Powers (IEEP) Act of 1977 to impose broad tariffs on imports from a wide range of countries.   The court ruled that the president must have clear congressional authorization to impose tariffs, and that the IEEP, which doesn’t mention tariffs, does not provide that authorization. Notably for brewers, this ruling only covers tariffs imposed using the IEEP as

Hospitality Rides today announces a revised destination for this year’s fundraising challenge, following new UK Government guidelines advising only essential travel to Cuba. In light of this update, organisers have taken the difficult but necessary decision to switch the 2026 ride destination from Cuba to Vietnam.   The decision follows careful consultation with key stakeholders and on the ground support, and takes into account growing uncertainty in Cuba relating to politica

London Brewing takes winter title in leading beer competition   Beer Street (4.0%), an amber bitter with rye by London Brewing has won CAMRA’s Champion Winter Beer of Britain award, announced at Liverpool Beer Festival today (Thursday 19 February).    After a year of local and regional blind judging heats, the Campaign’s winter winners have been crowned. The category winners now go forward to the final judging in May at CAMRA’s Cambridge Beer Festival where they’ll battle it

London Wine Fair has announced a landmark partnership with BREW//LDN for the upcoming 2026 show, marking the introduction of a dedicated space for craft beer and cider for the first time in the event’s 45-year history. For 2026, BREW//LDN will bring its first 100% trade-dedicated area to London Wine Fair, providing an exclusive platform for craft beer and cider producers. The collaboration responds to growing demand from both BREW//LDN exhibitors, who have sought a trade-only

A Shepherd Neame country pub has acquired its very own taxi to take customers home after they have enjoyed a meal and drinks.   But licensees at The Flying Horse in Smarden are not profiting from the regular lifts to and from the pub – instead, all payments go to charity.   Licensee Paul Hartfield, who took over running the pub in Cage Lane from his daughter Natasha recently, decided to buy the black cab out of his own pocket.   He now personally drives guests to and from the

Craft Beer Expo will return to Black Lodge Brewery on Friday 12th and Saturday 13th June 2026 with an expanded mix of food, drink and music across the Baltic Triangle site.    The festival has been part of Liverpool’s independent scene for more than thirteen years and is recognised as the UK’s longest running craft beer event. Next year’s edition also sits within Black Lodge Brewery’s tenth birthday year, creating a natural moment to develop the weekend further.   What began

The Hansom Cab, located in Humberstone Gate in Leicester, reopened on Friday 13th February following a transformational investment of more than £283,757. 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 underwent a complete transformation to include brand new flooring, fixtures, fittings and furniture throughout as well as multiple fla

Nightingale Cider Company is delighted to announce the launch of Light Bird, a new lower alcohol cider crafted for a new era of mindful drinking. At just 1.5% ABV , this first version of Light Bird is made with Discovery apples, delivering full, vibrant apple flavour in a lighter format, designed for those who want to enjoy great cider while drinking more moderately. As drinking habits continue to evolve, consumers are increasingly seeking balance rather than abstinence. Rece

Hawksmoor, UKHospitality and Michelin-starred talent lead two days of keynotes and chef demos Northern Restaurant & Bar (NRB), sponsored by Uber Eats, the leading hospitality trade show in the North, has unveiled an exceptional keynote and demo lineup for its 2026 edition.  Taking place on Tuesday 10th and Wednesday 11th March at Manchester Central, this year’s programme promises thought-provoking discussions, exclusive interviews, and invaluable insights from some of the mos

Christmas 2025 reinforced the cultural importance of pubs and restaurants – but also exposed their fragility in an era of financial pressure and emotional fatigue.   Launching today and available for purchase , The Great British Christmas 2025 Survey   - jointly created and curated by Richmond & Towers and Possibility? - shows that while eating out remains a valued part of the festive season, it is also the first category consumers cut when budgets tighten .   Sharing a uni

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The brewery is proud to announce the launch of its brand new seasonal cask ale, Paddock’s Pour (3.9%), with a special tasting event at The George at Brailes on Thursday 5th March 2026, from 6pm – 7pm. Beer lovers are invited to pop down and enjoy free samples of this festival favourite, meet the brewers, and hear the tall tales behind the beer. This golden thoroughbred bursts from the gate with a bright citrus kick. Smooth malts keep it steady in the stride, while a refreshin

South London Brewery Mondo to Launch Charity Beer ‘Sophie’ with 50% of Profits Donated, Plus Fundraising Party at Mc & Sons in Vauxhall Offering Free Pints for Booked Guests, Live Music, A Charity Raffle & More. Mondo Brewing Company has announced the release of Sophie, a 4.2% hazy pale ale brewed for International Women’s Day, with 50% of profits donated to Spark The Noise, an award-winning charity working at the intersection of gender justice and the music industry, amplify

A Welsh Beer and Pub Association spokesperson said: “This is a vital step in delivering an interoperable UK-wide deposit return scheme for aluminium cans and plastic bottles.  “However,  granting an exclusion for single-use glass, even with the transitional arrangements, means significant challenges remain. It is vital to ensure that brewers selling beer in glass bottles in Wales do not face prohibitively high producer fees as a result and must also be exempt from EPR fees as

Commenting on the decision by the Glasgow Licensing Board to grant an extension of licenses until 30 minutes after the final whistle for all matches during the tournament, Paul Togneri of the Scottish Beer & Pub Association (SBPA) said:  “Glasgow City Council has shown real leadership with this decision, backing our pubs at a crucial moment. With the World Cup on the horizon and communities gearing up to cheer on the Scotland team, this kind of pragmatic, common‑sense action

UK pub goers pay the highest beer duty of any Six Nations nation, three times higher than France and Italy  BBPA calls on the Government to continue to support the people behind the pint and align beer duty with European average  The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) estimates that almost 12 million extra pints will be sold in UK pubs during the Six Nations tournament.  The trade body estimates that the tournament will generate nearly £60 million in additional revenue f

Tork, the global leader in professional hygiene and an Essity brand, has released new guidance aimed at helping pubs, restaurants and hotels transform their washrooms into assets to enhance user satisfaction and benefit business performance. Based on research which shows that 73% of people will not return to a washroom after a bad experience, Tork’s “Washroom Guide”, available on its website , provides recommendations on improving inclusive hygiene, environmental sustainabili