JD Wetherspoon founder Tim Martin launches a fierce critique of the UK's tax system, arguing that pubs are unfairly burdened compared to supermarkets. He calls for tax equality to save the struggling industry.
Jeremy Clarkson has launched a furious tirade against modern pub etiquette, blaming 'lazy' app-ordering culture for the decline of the British boozer. The outspoken presenter and pub owner vents his frustration in his latest Sunday Times column.
Facing soaring costs and changing habits, Britain's pubs are fighting back with a revolution in entertainment, from comedy and crafts to board games and live music, transforming the local into a vibrant community hub.
Jeremy Clarkson has enforced a strict new 'no dogs' policy at his Cotswolds pub, The Hawkstone, after a local farmer made a stomach-churning discovery. The decision has ignited a fiery debate amongst patrons.
A struggling pub landlord reveals the simple yet brilliant strategy that rescued his business from the brink of closure, offering hope to the UK's embattled hospitality sector amidst soaring costs.
British pub-goers face a bitter blow as a severe European hops shortage, worsened by extreme weather, threatens to push beer prices to record highs next summer. Brewers warn of a perfect storm of poor harvests and rising production costs.
JD Wetherspoon has instructed its pubs in England not to accept Scottish banknotes, citing operational difficulties and staff training issues. The move has sparked discussion on national currency acceptance.
JD Wetherspoon has implemented a ban on £20 and £50 banknotes across its 800 pubs. Find out why the change was made, which payment methods are now accepted, and if your local 'Spoons is affected.
Benidorm's legendary bars and pubs are grappling with a severe shortage of beer, wine, and Prosecco this summer, despite a surge in British tourists. Discover the supply chain chaos hitting Spain's costas.
A surprising new trend sees Gen Z drinkers adding ice cubes to their beer to combat warm pints and reduce bitterness, sparking debate among purists. Discover the science and the backlash.
Britain's beleaguered hospitality sector faces a fresh crisis as aggressive HMRC tax investigations surge by 21%, with businesses already battered by lockdowns now hit with hefty bills and closure threats.
Discover the top-rated Wetherspoons pubs across Greater Manchester, from architectural gems to the best beer gardens and value-for-money dining spots.
A sweeping new law in England and Wales will bar offenders from town centres, pubs, and major events as part of their community orders, creating 'sobriety zones' to curb alcohol-fuelled crime.
Violent criminals in the UK could face new 'Entertainment Banning Orders' preventing them from pubs, concerts, and football matches under a major government crackdown.
Discover the secrets of The Royal Victoria Pavilion in Ramsgate, the world's smallest Wetherspoons. This unique pub boasts an iconic location, stunning sea views, and one surprising feature it lacks entirely.
Sydney's iconic Manly Wharf Hotel, a cherished harbourside institution for over two decades, has abruptly closed its doors, leaving locals and visitors stunned and mourning the loss of a community landmark.
Exclusive: BrewDog, the self-styled 'punk' brewery, is in a fierce battle for survival. With sales crashing, the Scottish firm has been forced to axe 18 beers and close six pubs. Insiders reveal a brand struggling to stay relevant. Is this the end of an e
From historic coaching inns to cosy riverside taverns, discover the official 2024 CAMRA Pub of the Year winners. Find your next perfect pint in this exclusive guide to Britain's finest locals.
The Great British Pub is fighting back! Discover the national champions and regional winners of the 2024 National Pub & Bar Awards, celebrating the incredible venues keeping our communities thriving.
JD Wetherspoon makes a dramatic U-turn, reinstating the classic baked potato with fillings after a swift and fierce customer backlash. Pub tycoon Sir Tim Martin personally intervenes.
A self-proclaimed Guinness expert embarks on a continental pilgrimage, sampling the iconic stout in pubs from Amsterdam to Rome to definitively rank which European city pulls the perfect pint.
Pubs, bars, and restaurants face an existential crisis, demanding urgent government action in the upcoming Spring Budget to survive soaring energy bills, wage costs, and food inflation.
BrewDog's James Watt and Wetherspoon's Tim Martin engage in a fiery public spat over business rates, Brexit, and the future of UK pubs.
A Wetherspoons employee shares insider tips on how to succeed in the fast-paced world of hospitality, from handling stress to mastering customer service.
Craft beer giant BrewDog has removed its flagship Punk IPA from nearly 2,000 British pubs following a trademark dispute with a smaller brewery.
Rising taxes, energy bills, and operational costs are pushing British pubs to the brink, with hundreds shutting their doors permanently. Discover the challenges facing the industry and what it means for communities.
Rising operational costs and tax burdens are pushing British pubs to the brink, with hundreds shutting down permanently. Industry leaders warn of a 'perfect storm' threatening the future of the UK's beloved pubs.
The UK government has announced an extension of business rates relief for pubs and breweries, offering a lifeline to struggling venues facing soaring energy and operational costs.
Rising energy costs are forcing nearly 2000 pubs across the UK to shut their doors, with industry leaders warning of a 'devastating blow' to British culture.
BrewDog's popular craft beers have been pulled from almost 2,000 British pubs following a failed pricing negotiation with a major hospitality supplier.