Posts by: Timothy Hampson
Head brewer steps down after 40 years
Sussex brewery Harvey’s has announced a series of appointments within its brewing team, marking the next chapter in the brewery’s long-term succession...
Popular city fest is back on the Embankment
Peterborough Beer Festival returns to the Embankment from 25-29 August for one of the city's best-loved summer events. Organised by CAMRA and held in...
Wind in Ship campaign’s sails
Campaigners fighting to reopen their Lincolnshire village pub are celebrating making a significant step forwards. The Surfleet Seas End Ship Inn (pict...
Councillors back local pubs
Ashfield’s pubs are set to receive more support after councillors unanimously backed a cross-party motion aimed at helping the trade prosper. The Prot...
Hero to Zero
There’s a new beer settling into the cellar at Hook Norton brewery and it’s turning tradition on its head. The historic Oxfordshire brewery, establish...
Brewer takes centre stage at hop fest
Shepherd Neame is to continue its long-standing partnership with the Faversham Hop Festival as principal sponsor for this year’s event. The annual fes...
Global beer production declines
The brewing industry remains under pressure worldwide. In 2025, global beer production declined slightly year on year, with total output falling by 0....
Watchdog investigates pubco
Stonegate pub and bar chain is to be investigated over “unfair” treatment of its tenants. The Pubs Code adjudicator (PCA) Fiona Dickie said she had re...
Mixed fortunes for pubcos
Pub operator Marston's said it expects to meet its medium-term core profit margin target ahead of schedule, thanks to growing footfall at its improved...
Councillors’ push to protect pubs
Ashfield councillors in Nottinghamshire are calling for more local support for independent pubs and tougher action from government on VAT, beer duty,...
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