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NO-SHOWS IN HOSPITALITY BACK UP TO RECORD-HIGH

Bar Magazine

New figures from Zonal’s latest GO Technology report, in partnership with CGA by NIQ, reveals that the number of consumers not showing up for their reservations in pubs, bars and restaurants is back to a record high, with 14% of guests not honouring reservations or informing venues in advance that they need to cancel.

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How Lime Bikes Changed the London Pub Scene

VinePair

In the last two years, the popular e-bike service has become a core part of the London landscape — and, in turn, its pub scene. Just a couple of years ago, the phrase “Lime bike pub” would’ve been met with a blank look from most people. Not any old pub can become a so-called Lime bike pub, though. ” he says.

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BRITS TO POUR £500M INTO PUBS AND BARS OVER FA CUP FINALS WEEKEND

Bar Magazine

Britains pubs are preparing for a bumper FA Cup Finals weekend, with up to 14 million people expected to hit the bars across the country and spend an estimated 507m. Whats more, 40% of people said they are more likely to go to a pub or bar to watch the Emirates FA Cup final than they would be for a normal league game.

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South Melbourne’s The George reopens after major revamp, with new owners

Australian Bartender

South Melbournes iconic pub, The George, has undergone a transformation with new owner, Scott Connolly, overseeing a major refurbishment. Image: Scott Connolly) South Melbournes iconic pub, The George, has undergone a transformation with new owner, Scott Connolly, overseeing a major refurbishment.

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FUNDRAISING FOR PEDALLING TO PUBS EXCEEDS £50K AS CYCLISTS GEAR UP FOR ANNUAL CHARITY BIKE RIDE

Bar Magazine

Hospitality industry leaders are celebrating as the fundraising total for Pedalling To Pubs 2025 exceeds 50k, a month before riders set off on the epic 220km sponsored bike ride across the Lake District. Thank you to everyone who makes Pedalling To Pubs possible, and best of luck to the riders taking on the Lake District trek.

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Nevermind the Guinness: You Can’t Have an Irish Bar Without Craic

Imbibe Magazine

The global proliferation of Irish—or “Irish”—pubs, as Pableaux Johnson explored in our March/April issue. He created the Irish Pub Company, which partnered with Guinness to open cookie-cutter Irish bars around the world. What you’re really after at an Irish bar is hospitality and warmth distilled to its essence. Another factor?

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Uniting Hospitality 

Bar Magazine

Connect with the drinks sector at Food, Drink & Hospitality Week 2024 – the go-to event for pub and bar operators. This year will also see a significant expansion to The Pub Show, with an all-new programme of content created in partnership with the British Institute of Innkeeping (BII).