Wetherspoons is set to make history with the opening of the UK’s first university-owned franchise pub, scheduled to open its doors in May. Located at the University of Surrey’s Stag Hill campus, the new venue, named The Sir …
British pubs may enjoy extended opening hours during the World Cup 2026, but only if England’s national team progresses beyond the quarter-finals. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood recently announced plans to relax licensing …
Point Blank, a well-known UK bar chain launched in 2019, has abruptly closed all three of its venues located in Newcastle, Leeds, and Manchester. Famous for its electric atmosphere during live sports screenings, the chain …
The director of The Coast Restaurant & Bar in Dudley has expressed relief that no one was hurt after a van smashed into the establishment in the early hours of Sunday, February 1. CCTV footage shows the vehicle driving up …
Strolling down Harborne High Street in 2026 feels a bit like a scene from Scooby Doo — your feet keep moving while charity shop, cafe, charity shop, cafe form the ever-rotating backdrop. Among these familiar rhythms, the …
The Tamworth Tap, a charming pub nestled on Market Street in Tamworth, has made history by winning the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) National Pub of the Year award for an unprecedented third consecutive year. This remarkable …
The Coach & Horses Inn, a historic Midland pub dating back to 1787, stands at a crossroads as its landlord warns it may close this year without urgent government intervention. Nestled on the border of Alvechurch and …
Picture & Pint, which opened its doors in December 2024, has quickly earned a reputation as Birmingham’s most distinctive bar. Situated in Cotteridge, this one-of-a-kind venue combines the warmth of a traditional pub with the …
Keystone Brewery Group, the parent company behind well-known UK beer brands such as Black Sheep, Hofmeister, and Fourpure, is once again on the brink of collapse. Despite employing around 190 staff across breweries …
TGI Fridays, a well-known family-favourite restaurant chain in the UK, has abruptly closed 16 of its locations as part of a pre-pack administration deal, although 33 branches and 1,384 jobs have been retained. This major …
TGI Fridays, a well-known American-themed dining chain, has abruptly closed 16 of its UK restaurants, leading to 456 job losses. Once a prominent fixture in the UK dining scene since its launch in 1986, the chain now operates …
As January rolls in, many pubs across the UK face a slump in patronage, partly due to Dry January initiatives and post-festive slowdowns. The Registry, a well-loved pub located on Leicester Street in the heart of Walsall town …
Holden’s brewery, a name already beloved across the Black Country for its delicious range of beers like the iconic Golden Glow, has expanded its charm beyond just brewing. Nestled in Bridgnorth High Street stands The Golden …
An iconic American fast food chain, Wendy’s, has unexpectedly closed its Maidstone branch overnight, stripping all external signage and removing the location from its website. The Week Street outlet, which opened just three …
Wetherspoons is expanding its presence across the UK with five new pub openings scheduled for December 2025. In total, the chain has confirmed seven new venues launching between late 2025 and early 2026. JD Wetherspoon, which …