Bromsgrove’s The Dry Spy Announces Closure Date Amid Rising Costs Sunday, July 12, 2026 bromsgrove thedryspy speakeasy closure bar independent bartending cocktails hospitality costs After four remarkable years serving up a taste of the roaring twenties, Bromsgrove’s unique speakeasy, The Dry Spy, has announced it will close its doors on September 14, 2026. Known for its prohibition-style ambiance and … Read More
Birmingham Food and Drink Weekly Briefing: Navigating the Birmingham Avalanche Friday, July 10, 2026 birmingham food drink venues closures hospitality drinks festival stirchley icedcoffee Hello Food Club friends, Kirsty here! After a power walk through the city in scorching 100-degree heat—complete with an Anderson and Hill sandwich mishap—I’m back with your latest Birmingham food and drink briefing. You might … Read More
Popular Birmingham Pub Refurbishment Approved Amid Hospitality Challenges Friday, July 10, 2026 birmingham pub refurbishment hospitality harborne brewery conservation community planning eventspace Plans to refurbish The New Inn, a beloved pub in Birmingham’s Harborne district, have been approved by local planners amidst concerns about the struggling hospitality sector. Joule’s Brewery acquired The New Inn in May … Read More
Best Western Hotels Offer Free Breakfast All July — How to Maximize Your Stay Sunday, July 5, 2026 bestwestern breakfast summerdeals ukhotels staycation spa golf citybreak familytravel hospitality sport The recent heatwave has many dreaming of a true summer escape, and what better way to start your holiday mornings than without the hassle of preparing breakfast? Best Western’s latest offer makes this dream a reality, … Read More
Fish & Chip Shops in England Face Mushy Pea Shortage Amid Rising Costs Wednesday, July 1, 2026 fish chips mushypeas shortage nfff hospitality costcrisis uk survey foodindustry England’s beloved fish and chip shops are confronting a troubling shortage of a staple menu item: mushy peas. This shortage, coupled with rising costs and supply chain pressures, is placing significant strain on chip shop … Read More
Thousands of Fish & Chip Shops Face Closure Amid Rising £11 Average Cost Monday, June 29, 2026 fish chips inflation chippies business hospitality cod haddock hoki retail The beloved British staple, fish and chips, is facing a crisis as the average price of a fish supper has surged from £6.48 in 2019 to £11.17 today, according to the Office for National Statistics. This sharp rise has left … Read More