Warning: Hundreds of South West Pubs Face Closure in 2026 Without Government Action Tuesday, September 30, 2025 pubs businessrates closures economy jobs bbpa government southwest taxation hospitality The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) has issued a stark warning that approximately 309 pubs in the South West—representing around 1,788 jobs—could shut their doors next year unless urgent government intervention … Read More
Discover Nunney: Somerset’s ‘Prettiest Village’ with a French-Inspired Castle and Charming Pubs Saturday, September 20, 2025 nunney somerset castle autumn history walking mendip village england pubs As the crisp autumn air settles in, now is the perfect moment for a cozy getaway close to home. Britain is filled with enchanting destinations, but one village stands out for its exceptional beauty and historic charm: Nunney, … Read More
I Visited James May and Jeremy Clarkson’s Pubs – Here’s What I Thought Thursday, September 18, 2025 jamesmay jeremyclarkson pubs countryside wiltshire britishcuisine fishandchips gastronomy travel dining Jeremy Clarkson may often make headlines with his pub ventures, but his former co-host James May quietly runs a hidden treasure established in the tranquil Wiltshire countryside. Express journalist Chloe Govan set out to … Read More
Businesses Warn of 'Worst Year Yet' Amidst Devon Hospitality Challenges Tuesday, September 16, 2025 hospitality devon tourism pubs cafes hotels inflation consumertrends costofliving staycation Businesses across Devon’s hospitality sector are facing a tough year, with many owners revealing serious challenges threatening their sustainability. From pubs and hotels to cafes and holiday resorts, the summer season’s … Read More
‘Lethal cocktail’ threatens Somerset pubs as urgent warning issued Sunday, September 7, 2025 pubs hospitality businessrates nationalinsurance community somerset jobs taxation government southwest The government faces mounting pressure to reconsider a series of policies that critics say are devastating pubs and restaurants across the South West. Hospitality businesses—including pubs, hotels, and restaurants—are calling … Read More
A Victorian Pub with a Twist: The Victoria Hotel’s Dad Jokes and Classic Charm Saturday, August 16, 2025 pubs burnham-on-sea victoriahotel dadjokes victorian history food starters hospitality humor After a sun-soaked day on the Burnham-on-Sea beach, the challenge isn’t just quenching your hunger—it’s choosing from the many local pubs nearby. Within steps of the seafront, I spotted no fewer than five, with many more … Read More