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Drinkers flocking to beer gardens but pub leaders say business rates mean takings are being drained away
15 Jul 2025 09:21 GMT
By EMILY HAWKINS
Updated: 16:50 EDT, 13 July 2025
Pubs are struggling to turn a profit despite the sunny weather as Labour drags its heels on tax reform, bosses have said.
Drinkers are flocking to beer gardens for a pint but industry leaders say business …
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Belgian beer consumption takes a nosedive
11 Jun 2025 11:53 GMT
Beer consumption in Belgium has shown a 20% decrease over the last decade, according to the Belgian Brewers Federation.
The data, which showed that in 2024 the consumption of beer in Belgium dropped 2.1% and in 2023 it plummeted 6% has been largely due to …
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Fuller's opts for 'sensitive' price hikes as labour costs soar with pints up by 15p across the pub group's estate
11 Jun 2025 13:56 GMT
Fuller, Smith & Turner has hiked prices in efforts to offset soaring labour costs, the pub group said on Tuesday, as it revealed profits jumped by almost a third last year.
Chief executive Simon Emeny has said the group increased the price of a pint of …
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Fuller's reports 32% profit jump as Brits continue to flock to pubs despite money worries
11 Jun 2025 10:16 GMT
Pubs giant Fuller, Smith & Turner has recorded an impressive year of trading as patrons continue to frequent pubs despite economic headwinds. The FTSE 250 firm released figures today revealing a 4.8% increase in turnover to £376.3 million for the 52- …
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The Extra Special Bitter: A classic style beer with something for everyone
16 Apr 2025 22:18 GMT
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History of the Extra Special Bitter
A few to try
Like a lot of great beers, the Extra Special Bitter owes its heritage to Europe. Also called ESB, this balanced beer is essentially a hoppier version of a pale ale, born …
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Bristol's best beer gardens for summer sipping - according to TripAdvisor
18 Apr 2025 11:01 GMT
With spring here and summer right around the corner, there are bound to be some sunny days ahead - and when the weather is shining in Bristol, the search for the perfect beer garden begins.
Whether you’re looking for a small, cosy courtyard, or a large …
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Food Network Star Nancy Fuller's Complete Evolution
12 Mar 2025 20:22 GMT
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If you've watched Food Network in the last decade-plus, you've undoubtedly seen Nancy Fuller's beaming face splashed across the screen. Her authoritative takes and playful banter as a …
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Heineken to cut alcohol strength in much loved beer TODAY and drinkers will be furious
22 Feb 2025 09:25 GMT
HEINEKEN is cutting the alcohol strength of a popular beer from today.
The change is bound infuriate fans of the booze, but there is some good news as it could mean lower prices at the bar.
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Sol beer will be brewed at a lower strengthFrom today Heineken …
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Tiny Rebel giving away free beer at UK pubs this week - how to claim a pint
28 Jan 2025 02:48 GMT
Tiny Rebel is already well known for a wide range of beers including Clwb Tropicana, Pump Up The Jam and Cali Pale.
The latest beer to the Welsh brewery's range is the new Rebel IPA (4.3% ABV) which delivers a crisp, smooth taste with citrus undertones …
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Britain’s oldest brewer with 300 pubs and hotels warns of price rises following Government tax raid
25 Jan 2025 15:10 GMT
A MAJOR brewer which runs 300 pubs and hotels has warned of price rises following the Government's Autumn Budget.
Shepherd Neame has become the latest chain saying it will have to bump up prices for customers following the tax raid.
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Shepherd Neame …