Mark Brooke named CEO of Amber Taverns
Amber Taverns has named Mark Brooke as its new Chief Executive Officer.
He is set to join the company in mid-August, bringing with him four years of experience as Managing Director of Proper Pubs at Admiral Taverns.
Brooke also brings extensive industry experience, having held senior operational roles at Hawthorn Leisure and Ei Group/Stonegate Pub Company between 2011 and 2020.
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He is set to join the company in mid-August, bringing with him four years of experience as Managing Director of Proper Pubs at Admiral Taverns.
Brooke also brings extensive industry experience, having held senior operational roles at Hawthorn Leisure and Ei Group/Stonegate Pub Company between 2011 and 2020.
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27/May/2025 08:17
Greene King plans to sell Venture Hotels business in £90 million deal
Greene King is reportedly seeking to offload its Venture Hotels division in a deal estimated to be worth £90 million.
The pub giant is said to be in discussions to sell the 39-site Venture Hotels portfolio to RedCat Pub Company.
Venture Hotels encompasses Everly Hotels, the boutique brand introduced by Greene King last year as part of its strategy to enter the premium accommodation sector.
The debut Everly Hotels site.
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The pub giant is said to be in discussions to sell the 39-site Venture Hotels portfolio to RedCat Pub Company.
Venture Hotels encompasses Everly Hotels, the boutique brand introduced by Greene King last year as part of its strategy to enter the premium accommodation sector.
The debut Everly Hotels site.
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20/May/2025 10:36
Tommy Banks and partners unveil Jeopardy Hospitality
Restaurateur Tommy Banks has announced the launch of Jeopardy Hospitality, a new venture created in partnership with Matthew Lockwood, his brother James Banks, and entrepreneur Neil Armstrong.
The group’s first project under the Jeopardy Hospitality banner is the restoration and reopening of The General Tarleton, a beloved North Yorkshire venue, scheduled to welcome guests later this summer. Through this initiative, the team seeks to revitalise treasured establishments and foster a renewed sense of community and purpose across the UK.
Acknowledging the vital role pubs play in British culture.
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The group’s first project under the Jeopardy Hospitality banner is the restoration and reopening of The General Tarleton, a beloved North Yorkshire venue, scheduled to welcome guests later this summer. Through this initiative, the team seeks to revitalise treasured establishments and foster a renewed sense of community and purpose across the UK.
Acknowledging the vital role pubs play in British culture.
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19/May/2025 11:33
Reddington Pub Company relaunches two Nottingham venues
Reddington Pub Company is poised to transform Nottingham's dining scene with the highly anticipated reopening of two popular venues.
With a combined history of over a century, these establishments have been long-standing staples in the Gunthorpe community.
Located along the banks of the River Trent, The Anchor is a family-friendly destination offering pub classics with a modern twist, complemented by a cosy café and a charming courtyard.
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With a combined history of over a century, these establishments have been long-standing staples in the Gunthorpe community.
Located along the banks of the River Trent, The Anchor is a family-friendly destination offering pub classics with a modern twist, complemented by a cosy café and a charming courtyard.
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06/May/2025 08:53
Three Cheers Pub Co to open first new pub on London’s King’s Road in over 100 years
Three Cheers Pub Co is set to open the first new public house on London’s King’s Road in over a century.
The team has secured the lease for a former bank at 224-226 King’s Road, which they plan to redevelop with a £2.4m investment.
The pub is set to open this autumn under the name The Trafalgar Public House, inspired by a former venue of the same name located at 200 King’s Road.
It will be the tenth London pub in the Three Cheers Pub Co portfolio.
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The team has secured the lease for a former bank at 224-226 King’s Road, which they plan to redevelop with a £2.4m investment.
The pub is set to open this autumn under the name The Trafalgar Public House, inspired by a former venue of the same name located at 200 King’s Road.
It will be the tenth London pub in the Three Cheers Pub Co portfolio.
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24/Apr/2025 08:42
Punch Pubs & Co expands portfolio with 4 new pubs from Everards Brewery
Punch Pubs has acquired four pubs from Everards, the Leicester-based brewing company.
The newly acquired pubs include the Old Kings Head in Long Buckby, Northampton, the Paget Arms in Loughborough, the Cricketers in Leicester, and the Dog & Gun in Whetstone, Leicestershire. These will now be part of Punch’s leased and tenanted estate.
With these additions, Punch’s total acquisitions for the current financial year rise to 13.
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The newly acquired pubs include the Old Kings Head in Long Buckby, Northampton, the Paget Arms in Loughborough, the Cricketers in Leicester, and the Dog & Gun in Whetstone, Leicestershire. These will now be part of Punch’s leased and tenanted estate.
With these additions, Punch’s total acquisitions for the current financial year rise to 13.
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23/Apr/2025 10:24
RedCat Pub Company set to invest millions more into its pub estate
RedCat Pub Company is set to invest an additional £10–£12 million in upgrading its estate over the coming year, as part of its ongoing capital expenditure programme.
This investment follows a challenging year for the pub group, which placed its 10-site leased pubs division into administration last year.
To stabilise the business, a £61 million refinancing deal was secured last summer. The group also committed to investing £8 million into refurbishments, staff training, and expanding its food.
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This investment follows a challenging year for the pub group, which placed its 10-site leased pubs division into administration last year.
To stabilise the business, a £61 million refinancing deal was secured last summer. The group also committed to investing £8 million into refurbishments, staff training, and expanding its food.
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17/Apr/2025 12:21
Brew+Bao set to launch in Chapel Allerton this Spring
A fresh food and drink concept is coming to Chapel Allerton, Leeds this spring, brought to life by the team behind the York-based craft brewery Brew York. The new venue, named Brew+Bao, is a collaborative venture between Brew York and YUZU Street Food.
Known for its popular Asian fusion dishes, YUZU has been delighting Brew York customers at the brewery’s York locations since 2019. Now, the duo are set to bring their bold flavours and vibrant atmosphere to Leeds with the launch of their first joint venture under Brew York’s new ‘Brew+’ brand.
Brew+Bao will feature over 16 fresh beers on tap.
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Known for its popular Asian fusion dishes, YUZU has been delighting Brew York customers at the brewery’s York locations since 2019. Now, the duo are set to bring their bold flavours and vibrant atmosphere to Leeds with the launch of their first joint venture under Brew York’s new ‘Brew+’ brand.
Brew+Bao will feature over 16 fresh beers on tap.
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07/Apr/2025 08:26
JD Wetherspoon looks to partner with hoteliers embarking on new franchising strategy
JD Wetherspoon, the pub giant, has announced plans to expand beyond 1,000 locations by franchising with hotel partners.
The company currently runs over 800 pubs, and last year, founder Sir Tim Martin suggested that 1,000 locations might be the brand's upper limit.
Wetherspoon has teamed up with property adviser Christie & Co to attract hoteliers across the UK seeking a “cost-effective conversion” of an existing, “underperforming” hotel restaurant into a Wetherspoon pub.
Wetherspoon stated that franchise partners will benefit from support from its design teams and gain access to the pub group’s supply chain.
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The company currently runs over 800 pubs, and last year, founder Sir Tim Martin suggested that 1,000 locations might be the brand's upper limit.
Wetherspoon has teamed up with property adviser Christie & Co to attract hoteliers across the UK seeking a “cost-effective conversion” of an existing, “underperforming” hotel restaurant into a Wetherspoon pub.
Wetherspoon stated that franchise partners will benefit from support from its design teams and gain access to the pub group’s supply chain.
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03/Apr/2025 16:11
CFO of The Revel Collective steps down
Danielle Davies, the chief financial officer at the Revel Collective, has announced her resignation as she prepares to pursue a new career opportunity.
Davies, who joined the Revel Collective in 2020 from Footasylum and previously Pets at Home, will depart the company this summer.
The Revel Collective chief executive Rob Pitcher, said: “On behalf of the board, I would like to thank Dan for her extensive contributions to the company during her tenure and her valuable support during this period.
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Davies, who joined the Revel Collective in 2020 from Footasylum and previously Pets at Home, will depart the company this summer.
The Revel Collective chief executive Rob Pitcher, said: “On behalf of the board, I would like to thank Dan for her extensive contributions to the company during her tenure and her valuable support during this period.
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26/Mar/2025 17:32
Greene King and Tom Kerridge celebrate two decades of partnership
Greene King Pub Partners, the leased, tenanted, and franchise division of Greene King, has marked the 20th anniversary of its partnership with Tom Kerridge.
Since 2005, Tom Kerridge has operated The Hand & Flowers in Marlow, Buckinghamshire, transforming it with his team into the first pub to be awarded two Michelin stars.
To commemorate Tom Kerridge and his team’s 20 years at The Hand & Flowers, Greene King Pub Partners Managing Director Dan Robinson, along with Operations Director Mike O’Connor and Operations Manager Barrie Aspinall.
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Since 2005, Tom Kerridge has operated The Hand & Flowers in Marlow, Buckinghamshire, transforming it with his team into the first pub to be awarded two Michelin stars.
To commemorate Tom Kerridge and his team’s 20 years at The Hand & Flowers, Greene King Pub Partners Managing Director Dan Robinson, along with Operations Director Mike O’Connor and Operations Manager Barrie Aspinall.
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19/Mar/2025 09:32
Fullers secures £185m banking facility and announces new acquisition
Fullers has secured a new £185m banking facility, which the company states will provide the necessary financial flexibility to pursue potential acquisitions.
The announcement comes after Fullers successfully acquired the White Swan in Twickenham, with the deal set to complete on 19 March 2025. Located along the River Thames in southwest London, the pub will become part of Fuller's managed pubs and hotels portfolio.
Fuller's has also launched a share buyback program to repurchase up to one million 'A' shares.
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The announcement comes after Fullers successfully acquired the White Swan in Twickenham, with the deal set to complete on 19 March 2025. Located along the River Thames in southwest London, the pub will become part of Fuller's managed pubs and hotels portfolio.
Fuller's has also launched a share buyback program to repurchase up to one million 'A' shares.
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13/Mar/2025 17:09
BrewDog announces new leadership appointments as CEO steps down
BrewDog has unveiled a series of leadership changes following the departure of Chief Executive James Arrow.
Arrow, who took over as CEO from founder James Watt last year, is stepping down from his role due to personal reasons.
During his tenure, he led the restructuring of the brewer’s US division and secured a partnership making BrewDog the official beer provider at Lord’s Cricket Ground.
BrewDog stated that Arrow guided the company back to profitability in 2024 after reporting a pre-tax loss of £59.
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Arrow, who took over as CEO from founder James Watt last year, is stepping down from his role due to personal reasons.
During his tenure, he led the restructuring of the brewer’s US division and secured a partnership making BrewDog the official beer provider at Lord’s Cricket Ground.
BrewDog stated that Arrow guided the company back to profitability in 2024 after reporting a pre-tax loss of £59.
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11/Mar/2025 08:05
Inception group to close Bunga Bunga for major refurbishment
Inception Group will temporarily close its Bunga Bunga bar and restaurant in Covent Garden for several months to undergo a significant refurbishment.
The immersive Italian venue will close on 5 April for a complete transformation, including a redesign, a new narrative, and revamped spaces, before reopening.
Since opening in 2016, Bunga Bunga has become known for its metre-long pizzas, karaoke brunches, and live shows.
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The immersive Italian venue will close on 5 April for a complete transformation, including a redesign, a new narrative, and revamped spaces, before reopening.
Since opening in 2016, Bunga Bunga has become known for its metre-long pizzas, karaoke brunches, and live shows.
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10/Mar/2025 08:40
Swingers to shut down its original city location due to redevelopment plans
Crazy golf bar Swingers will close its original City of London location due to plans for the building's demolition.
The Bank location will close its doors for the last time on 22 March in anticipation of a planned redevelopment by the landlord.
Swingers City first opened in 2016 and was the company’s first permanent location after the success of its Shoreditch pop-up.
It was one of the pioneering venues in the competitive socialising market.
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The Bank location will close its doors for the last time on 22 March in anticipation of a planned redevelopment by the landlord.
Swingers City first opened in 2016 and was the company’s first permanent location after the success of its Shoreditch pop-up.
It was one of the pioneering venues in the competitive socialising market.
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20/Feb/2025 08:40
Greene King plans to expand its franchised concepts into Scotland
Greene King has announced plans to expand its franchised pub concepts, Hive and Nest, into Scotland.
Both concepts will launch in Scotland under the Belhaven Pub Partners brand, with the first site set to open by April.
Hive pubs offer a food menu alongside a regular program of entertainment and live sports, while Nest is a wet-led concept aimed at sports fans, serving a simple pizza menu.
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Both concepts will launch in Scotland under the Belhaven Pub Partners brand, with the first site set to open by April.
Hive pubs offer a food menu alongside a regular program of entertainment and live sports, while Nest is a wet-led concept aimed at sports fans, serving a simple pizza menu.
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14/Feb/2025 09:45
The Glee to open its sixth UK site Leeds
The Glee is set to open its sixth UK venue on Albion Street, Leeds, this spring, featuring a lineup of comedy, live music, and entertainment.
Established 30 years ago, The Glee is the UK’s leading comedy venue operator. Opening its first purpose-built venue outside London in 1994, it has earned a reputation for top-quality live comedy, as well as live music, cabaret, and special events.
The Glee has hosted some of the biggest names in comedy and entertainment, including Peter Kay, Michael McIntyre.
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Established 30 years ago, The Glee is the UK’s leading comedy venue operator. Opening its first purpose-built venue outside London in 1994, it has earned a reputation for top-quality live comedy, as well as live music, cabaret, and special events.
The Glee has hosted some of the biggest names in comedy and entertainment, including Peter Kay, Michael McIntyre.
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10/Feb/2025 08:47
Plans for £40m Greene King brewery has been approved
Pub group and brewer Greene King has received approval for its planned £40 million brewery in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk.
West Suffolk Council’s development control committee gave the green light to Greene King's proposal during a meeting on 8 January.
Greene King first proposed the custom-built facility in April last year, to be located next to its new distribution centre. The brewery will continue the company’s 200-year history of brewing in Bury St Edmunds, dating back to its founding in 1799.
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West Suffolk Council’s development control committee gave the green light to Greene King's proposal during a meeting on 8 January.
Greene King first proposed the custom-built facility in April last year, to be located next to its new distribution centre. The brewery will continue the company’s 200-year history of brewing in Bury St Edmunds, dating back to its founding in 1799.
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22/Jan/2025 09:38
JD Wetherspoon to open new Haven holiday park pubs
JD Wetherspoon is set to open four new pubs at Haven holiday parks following a £6.7 million investment.
The 830-strong pub group entered an exclusive partnership with the holiday park operator in January last year, leading to the launch of the Five Stones pub at Primrose Valley, Haven’s largest park in Yorkshire, in March.
As part of the extended agreement, Wetherspoon will open pubs in four Haven parks this year. These include the Red Rocks at Devon Cliffs in Devon, the Humber Stone at Cleethorpes Beach in Lincolnshire.
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The 830-strong pub group entered an exclusive partnership with the holiday park operator in January last year, leading to the launch of the Five Stones pub at Primrose Valley, Haven’s largest park in Yorkshire, in March.
As part of the extended agreement, Wetherspoon will open pubs in four Haven parks this year. These include the Red Rocks at Devon Cliffs in Devon, the Humber Stone at Cleethorpes Beach in Lincolnshire.
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20/Jan/2025 12:42
New World Trading Company announces closure of further three bars
The pub group that operates The Botanist bars has closed three more locations across the UK as part of an ongoing company restructure. This follows the closure of three high-profile bars in October, including the flagship Botanist in Alderley Edge.
The Botanist bars in Sheffield and Coventry have been closed with immediate effect by their owners, New World Trading Company. Additionally, the North Light restaurant in Chester city centre, which opened in 2023, has also shut its doors.
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The Botanist bars in Sheffield and Coventry have been closed with immediate effect by their owners, New World Trading Company. Additionally, the North Light restaurant in Chester city centre, which opened in 2023, has also shut its doors.
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13/Jan/2025 16:27