by Darren | Thursday, 18 March, 2021 | Business News, Pubs and Bars News
Caravan and camp sites could offer a lifeline to rural pubs pushed to the brink of closure by covid-19, according to pitchup.com. The Red Lion, Brinkley. Photograph: pitchup.com Figures released by the site show that pubs providing even basic outdoor accommodation can...
by Darren | Thursday, 18 March, 2021 | Beer and Cider News
One of St Austell Brewery’s most popular limited-edition beers is back and this time it’s in a bottle! Harlequin, a golden English IPA, is the second release in the brewery’s 2021 Small Batch series. Harlequin’s citrus and floral aroma charms the senses, says the...
by Darren | Thursday, 18 March, 2021 | Beer and Cider News
Bath Ales has extended its long-standing sponsorship of Bath Rugby for a further two seasons. The West Country brewer has supported its local club since 2014. Will Stuart of Bath Rugby in possession against Wasps this year. Photograph: Tarick Khachfe/Onside Images Gem...
by Darren | Thursday, 18 March, 2021 | Business News, Pubs and Bars News
Campaigner Sacha Lord is to seek a judicial review of the re-opening roadmap, questioning why indoor hospitality cannot be treated the same as non-essential retail. Photograph: Amie Johnson on Unsplash Lord is night-time economy adviser for Greater Manchester, and has...
by Darren | Wednesday, 17 March, 2021 | Beer and Cider News
The All-Party Parliamentary Beer Group (APPBG) has launched an inquiry into the future of cask beer in the UK and is inviting businesses, organisations, and individuals with an interest to submit evidence. A cross-party panel of MPs and peers will scrutinise the...
by Darren | Wednesday, 17 March, 2021 | Beer and Cider News, Business News
Having hit its ‘get over the final hurdle’ crowdfunding target in a matter of days, Skinner’s has now set a stretch target for a special project. The brewery hit its initial £100,000 target to help it remain operational until the pubs fully re-open in May. Now...
by Darren | Wednesday, 17 March, 2021 | Beer and Cider News, Events News, Pubs and Bars News
Two Tribes Brewery is to unveil Campfire, a new venue, at its home in London’s Kings Cross this April. It has been created to showcase open-air cooking delivered by renowned live-fire chefs, alongside a selection of the UK’s top musical talent. Campfire’s opening...
by Darren | Wednesday, 17 March, 2021 | Beer and Cider News
Yonder Brewing & Blending, the modern farmhouse brewery based in Somerset’s Mendip Hills, is launching a limited-edition premium craft beer and cider hybrid. It has been made in collaboration with Somerset cider-maker Martin Berkeley, from Pilton Cider. At 6.4%...
by Darren | Wednesday, 17 March, 2021 | Beer and Cider News
Yorkshire’s Wold Top Brewery has launched a range of limited edition beers designed to be enjoyed at home. Brewery manager Alex Balchin with the three Viking beers. Photograph: Wold Top Brewery Each month, Wold Top brews a different Viking inspired beer that is...
by Darren | Wednesday, 17 March, 2021 | Beer and Cider News, Business News, Pubs and Bars News
The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) says pubs will miss out on 14 million sales of pints this St Patrick’s Day because of lockdown. Photo by Elevate on Unsplash According to the BBPA, the loss of beer sales from St Patrick’s Day alone will result in the...
by Darren | Tuesday, 16 March, 2021 | Beer and Cider News, Business News
SIBA’s three-day BeerX conference has got under way with the presentation of two major awards. The organisation’s 2021 Lifetime Achievement award has been presented posthumously to Tony Eastwood, founder of wholesaler Small Beer, who passed away in 2020. He was...
by Darren | Tuesday, 16 March, 2021 | Business News, Pubs and Bars News
Publicans Martin Steele and Laura Cook have opened a village shop at The George Inn, Tiffield, Northamptonshire. They have enjoyed the help and support of local residents, and Pub is The Hub, the not-for-profit organisation that helps pubs to diversify and...
