Sir Keir Starmer Announces VAT Cut on Family Meals and Days Out at Wetherspoons and Beyond Friday, June 26, 2026 tax vat wetherspoons family starmer labour economy costofliving government children The Labour government, led by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, has unveiled a significant VAT reduction impacting all Wetherspoons pubs and a wide range of family activities across the UK. This new measure aims to ease the … Read More
Wetherspoons Considers Scrapping QR Code Ordering Amid Fears It Kills Pub Atmosphere Wednesday, April 8, 2026 wetherspoons qrcodes pubculture technology timmartin stubrew beerfestival brewing hospitality customerexperience Wetherspoons chairman Sir Tim Martin has criticized the increasing use of QR codes for ordering food and drinks, arguing that it undermines the social experience at the bar. The 70-year-old pub boss suggested he may even veto … Read More
First-Ever Wetherspoons Pub to Open on UK University Campus This May Thursday, February 19, 2026 wetherspoons university pub surrey franchise campus sirronaldwates hospitality refurbishment students 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 … Read More
Wetherspoons Removes Beloved Mixed Grill from Menus Across UK Pubs Saturday, January 24, 2026 wetherspoons mixedgrill menuchange pubs ukhospitality steak costpressure economy politics timmartin Wetherspoons, a popular pub chain with locations across the UK, including Birmingham, has announced it will be removing its classic Mixed Grill dish from all menus nationwide. This decision comes after numerous customer … Read More
Historic 18th Century Pub Faces Closure Without Government Support, Warns Landlord Tuesday, January 20, 2026 pubs vat taxation hospitality businessrates nationalinsurance government closure wetherspoons midlands 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 … Read More
Essential Wetherspoons Rules to Remember This Christmas Saturday, December 20, 2025 wetherspoons christmas rules guidelines pubs behaviour dresscode assistancedogs alcohol smoking Wetherspoons, the UK’s largest pub chain, is a popular choice for budget-friendly pints and affordable family meals, serving a wide array of customers throughout the year. As the Christmas season approaches, it’s important … Read More