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BREAKING: Punch acquires a portfolio of 24 pubs from Greene King Punch has agreed to acquire a portfolio of 24 pubs from Greene King, comprising 20 currently trading pubs and four closed sites across England and Scotland. Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #PunchPubs
Punch acquires 24 pub portfolio from Greene King

Punch acquires 24 pub portfolio from Greene King

Punch Pubs & Co. has agreed a deal to take on 24 pubs from Greene King.

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Are pubs making the most of their Sunday roasts? A firm favourite on pub menus across the country, the traditional Sunday roast remains a major draw for customers. But is there room to do more with this British classic? Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #LockInPodcast
All about that baste: are pubs making the most of their roasts?

All about that baste: are pubs making the most of their roasts?

The Great British Roast comes under scrutiny in the latest episode of the Lock In podcast, looking at supply challenges and innovation.

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🍻 @punchpubs expands its portfolio with new acquisition and £500k pub investment Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #PunchPubs #PubIndustry #Hospitality #PubInvestment
Punch snaps up Slug & Lettuce site, invests £500k in village pub

Punch snaps up Slug & Lettuce site, invests £500k in village pub

Punch Pubs & Co. has acquired the Slug & Lettuce in Bromsgrove, while also reopening a village pub after a £500k refurb.

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🏆 The Newt in Somerset named the UK’s No.1 Boutique Hotel once again! The luxury country estate has reclaimed the top spot on the Top 50 Boutique Hotels list. Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #BoutiqueHotels #LuxuryHospitality
Reimagined country estate retains top spot on Top 50 Boutique Hotels list

Reimagined country estate retains top spot on Top 50 Boutique Hotels list

The Newt in Somerset has retained the top spot in the Top 50 Boutique Hotels list for 2026, ahead of Middleton Lodge and Number One Bruton

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🍻 Young’s sets sights on further pub expansion as profits climb 19% Young’s is looking to strengthen its presence across London and the South of England, targeting the addition of 5–10 new pubs each year. Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #PubIndustry #HospitalityNews
Young’s targets up to 10 new pubs a year as profits rise 19%

Young’s targets up to 10 new pubs a year as profits rise 19%

Young's plans to acquire up to 10 pubs annually as half-year profits rise 19.3%, with Cubitt House expansion planned and Christmas bookings up 18%.

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Pubs are among the businesses set to benefit from an additional £33m in annual business rates discounts. Read more here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #BusinessRates
Pubs among businesses to benefit from £33m rates revision

Pubs among businesses to benefit from £33m rates revision

Pubs and hospitality businesses in England are set to benefit from an additional £33m in annual business rates discounts following revised Government figures.

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Wednesday hospitality sales jump 31% as younger customers shift nights out Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #CustomerShift
Wednesday hospitality sales jump 31% as younger customers shift nights out

Wednesday hospitality sales jump 31% as younger customers shift nights out

Wednesday hospitality sales have risen 31% since 2021, according to Square, as younger customers increasingly favour midweek nights out and operators adapt their offers.

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Marston’s Brewery: The history behind a Burton landmark Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #MarstonsBrewery
Marston’s Brewery: History behind the Burton landmark

Marston’s Brewery: History behind the Burton landmark

After Carlsberg Britvic announced the proposed closure of the historic Marston's brewery in Burton-upon-Trent, The Morning Advertiser has taken a look back at the milestones that shaped it.

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Are pubs making the most of their Sunday roasts? A firm favourite on pub menus across the country, the traditional Sunday roast remains a major draw for customers. But is there room to do more with this British classic? Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #LockInPodcast
All about that baste: are pubs making the most of their roasts?

All about that baste: are pubs making the most of their roasts?

The Great British Roast comes under scrutiny in the latest episode of the Lock In podcast, looking at supply challenges and innovation.

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Public House Group founders take on Mayfair townhouse The trio behind pub operator Public House Group have acquired a six-storey townhouse opposite The Connaught hotel. Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #PublicHouseGroup
Public House Group founders take on Mayfair townhouse

Public House Group founders take on Mayfair townhouse

The Pelican, The Hero and The Fat Badger operator Public House Group is gearing up to make its West End debut having acquired a six-storey Mayfair townhouse opposite The Connaught hotel. Westminster...

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Pub ban targeting hundreds of MPs set for 1 March Hospitality Voices has set 1 March 2027 as the launch date for a planned nationwide ban on MPs who have not publicly backed a VAT cut for the hospitality sector. Read here lnkd.in/eU8tX8qQ #MpPubBan

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Diageo invests in Guinness ahead of Xmas spike Diageo has vowed to increase support for the on-trade ahead of Christmas as demand for Guinness soars. Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #Diageo #Guiness
Diageo invests in Guinness ahead of Xmas spike

Diageo invests in Guinness ahead of Xmas spike

Diageo has vowed to increase support for the on-trade ahead of Christmas as demand for Guinness continues to grow.

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Marston's PLC Brewery: History behind the Burton landmark Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #TheCaskProject #Marstons
Marston’s Brewery: History behind the Burton landmark

Marston’s Brewery: History behind the Burton landmark

After Carlsberg Britvic announced the proposed closure of the historic Marston's brewery in Burton-upon-Trent, The Morning Advertiser has taken a look back at the milestones that shaped it.

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BIG INTERVIEW: Thatchers Cider director on looking beyond the surface Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti…
BIG INTERVIEW: Thatchers director on looking beyond the surface

BIG INTERVIEW: Thatchers director on looking beyond the surface

Thatchers commercial director Joanna Austin discusses leadership, consumer insight, business growth and the lessons learned from a failed drinks launch.

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Are pubs making the most of their Sunday roasts? A firm favourite on pub menus across the country, the traditional Sunday roast remains a major draw for customers. But is there room to do more with this British classic? Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #LockInPodcast
All about that baste: are pubs making the most of their roasts?

All about that baste: are pubs making the most of their roasts?

The Great British Roast comes under scrutiny in the latest episode of the Lock In podcast, looking at supply challenges and innovation.

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OPINION: The Autumn Budget has left many pubs facing a tougher financial outlook, according to the owner of the Killingworth Castle. Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #AutumnBudget
OPINION: Budget has made things worse for 90% of pubs

OPINION: Budget has made things worse for 90% of pubs

Killingworth Castle owner Claire Aelxander says rising business rates and a lack of VAT reform will force pubs to shelve expansion plans and cut growth.

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Hackney restaurant Lardo is expanding south of the river, with plans to open a new Italian-inspired restaurant and bar, FERAL, at Peckham pub John the Unicorn later this month. Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #HackneyRestaurant
Hackney stalwart Lardo heads south of the river with FERAL

Hackney stalwart Lardo heads south of the river with FERAL

Hackney restaurant Lardo will open FERAL, an Italian-inspired restaurant and bar, at Peckham pub John the Unicorn later this month. Lardo owner Nathan Woodhead has installed a new kitchen and dining...

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VIDEO: Bristol Beer Factory is bidding to be best business in city Bristol Beer Factory has been brewing in the city since 2004, and its North Street taproom remains a home for the brewery’s cask tradition. Watch here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #BristolBeerFactory
VIDEO: Bristol Beer Factory is bidding to be best business in city

VIDEO: Bristol Beer Factory is bidding to be best business in city

The Morning Advertiser explores Bristol Beer Factory’s cask heritage, community programme and ambition to become the city’s best business, not just its best brewery.

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The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) has welcomed its first 10 graduates onto a new industry-wide academy, following almost 1,000 applications. Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #BBPA
BBPA launches graduate academy

BBPA launches graduate academy

The BBPA has welcomed 10 graduates onto its new two-year training academy after receiving almost 1,000 applications, with leading UK pub operators and brewers taking part.

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EXCLUSIVE: Cheshire Cat Pubs & Bars has reported record results for FY26, delivering growth despite continued challenges across the hospitality sector. Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #CheshireCat
EXCLUSIVE: Cheshire Cat Pubs & Bars reports record year

EXCLUSIVE: Cheshire Cat Pubs & Bars reports record year

Cheshire Cat Pubs & Bars has posted record results for FY26 despite ongoing challenges.

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