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Buzzworks To Revive Historic Golf Inn
Award-winning Scottish hospitality operator Buzzworks has announced that The Bonnie Badger will return to its historic name, The Golf Inn, as the much-loved Gullane venue prepares for a major transformation.
5 days ago


St Austell Brewery Acquires Popular North Curry Pub
The future of a popular North Curry village pub has been secured after St Austell Brewery acquired The Bird in Hand.
6 days ago


Windermere Spa Resort Hosts Artist In Residence
A spa resort on Windermere is playing host to an award-winning ‘artist in residence’ who will be available to talk to visitors and guests about his on-site exhibition.
Jul 28


Padel Comes To Crieff Hydro
Crieff Hydro has secured planning permission for Padel Barn, a new three-court indoor padel facility at its flagship Perthshire resort, with the courts due to open in Early September.
Jul 27


Shepherd Neame Returns As Principal Sponsor For The Faversham Hop Festival.
Independent family brewer Shepherd Neame is proud to continue its long-standing partnership with the Faversham Hop Festival as principal sponsor for this year’s event.
Jul 24


A Fresh New Look For One Of Kent's Most Historic Hotels
Independent family brewer and pub company Shepherd Neame has invested more than £200,000 in a major refurbishment of The George Hotel in Cranbrook, giving the centuries-old coaching inn a stylish new look.
Jul 21


Iconic Troon Hotel Set For New Chapter Under Buzzworks
Award-winning Scottish hospitality operator Buzzworks has announced the acquisition of The South Beach Hotel in Troon, marking the next chapter in its expansion into accommodation.
Jul 21


Award-Winning Arran Hotel Set For New Era Under Buzzworks
Award-winning hospitality operator Buzzworks has announced plans to welcome The Douglas Hotel into the business, marking another milestone in the group’s growing accommodation offering.
Jul 6


Shepherd Neame Named Supreme Champions At The Family Business Awards
Independent family brewer Shepherd Neame has been named Supreme Champion Family Business of the Year at the National Family Business of the Year Awards 2026.
Jul 2


Little Chauffeur Drive Introduces New Mercedes-Benz Grand Tourer Sprinters To Fleet
Little’s Chauffeur Drive, proudly celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2026, has introduced bespoke Mercedes-Benz Grand Tourer Sprinters to its fleet.
Jul 2


Shepherd Neame To Sponsor Whitstable-Based Kent Artists
Independent family brewer Shepherd Neame is proud to once again sponsor the Contemporary Kent Artists (CKA) exhibition series in Whitstable for a second year.
Jun 12


St Austell Brewery And Fuller’s Collaborate On Special Edition Beer
More than 25 years after beginning her brewing career at Fuller’s, St Austell Brewery brewing director Georgina Young has reunited with the company to create a special limited-edition beer for its pubs.
Jun 12


Spa Hotel Resort To Host National Gingerbread House Festival
A Lake District spa resort is to host Cumbria's inaugural Gingerbread House Festival, a national celebration and bold re-imagining of a centuries-old culinary and cultural tradition for creative bakers.
Jun 11


Lancashire Hotel Hosts Port Sampling Night
A North Lancashire hotel has strengthened its ties with a Portuguese drinks supplier with a port wine sampling evening and expert talk on the industry.
Jun 9


Buzzworks Opens Bookings For Boutique Bedrooms
Award-winning Scottish hospitality operator Buzzworks has opened bookings for seven new boutique bedrooms at The Mill House in Stewarton.
May 22


Shepherd Neame Supports Dartford Pub Supervisor
Independent family brewer Shepherd Neame is cheering on Pub Supervisor Michaela Hill as she prepares to represent England at the FIFG FootGolf World Cup in Acapulco, Mexico next week.
May 21


Buzzworks Duo Compete In National Final Of Master Chefs Competition
A team from Buzzworks’ Bridge of Weir venue, The Coach House, were one of only four teams across the UK to reach the national final of a prestigious competition recognising the next generation of hospitality talent.
May 19


Spa Resort Hits The Right Notes For Greater Relaxation
A Lake District spa resort is striking a soothing new chord for guests with the introduction of a musical relaxation experience designed to calm both body and mind.
May 18


Robinsons Brewery Reach Record Turnover For The First Time In 2025
Robinsons Brewery has achieved a turnover surpassing £100 million for the first time (2025: £103.5m, 2024: £97.7m), reporting an impressive 40% increase in Operating Profit (EBITDA) at £8.6m (2024: £6.2m).
May 15


St Austell Brewery Uncovers Hidden Gems Of Its History
St Austell Brewery is raising a glass to 175 years with the launch of a new anniversary book, A History of St Austell Brewery.
May 15

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