Hope Valley: Stunning Peak District Walks & Pubs
Discover Hope Valley in the Peak District. From Mam Tor hikes to Castleton's cosy pubs, find stunning walks and perfect pub stops. Plan your visit now.
Discover Hope Valley in the Peak District. From Mam Tor hikes to Castleton's cosy pubs, find stunning walks and perfect pub stops. Plan your visit now.
Belhaven Brewery relaunches fan-favourite Twisted Thistle IPA in British pubs for 2026, sparking debate among ale enthusiasts. Discover the new look and taste.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to reverse plans to scrap business tax relief, a significant win for British pubs facing steep rate hikes. Full details on the policy shift.
As Storm Goretti brings heavy snow to the West Midlands, some pubs close early for staff safety while others open as warm community refuges. Find out which venues are offering help.
Stapleford launches Friday18, a series of free live music nights in local pubs from Jan 30 to Mar 6. Enjoy weekly performances and support community venues. Discover the line-up!
From demolition to revival, we track the fate of Wolverhampton's pubs in 2025. Discover which historic locals are gone for good and which have a new lease on life.
A look at the fate of Sandwell's historic pubs in 2025, from closures and demolition to surprising plans for revival and redevelopment across the borough.
Attic Brew Co in Stirchley launches a scheme to support pubs and Dry January participants. Buy a low-alcohol Lucid ale in January, get a card for a free alcoholic pint in February at participating venues.
Wolverhampton's licensing committee had a tumultuous year, dealing with alleged kidnappings, street fights, illegal sales, and 'absurd' defences from problem pubs and shops. Read the full report.
New figures reveal 366 pubs in England and Wales were lost for good in 2025. Industry leaders warn of a 'drastic' situation and call for urgent government action to save community hubs.
Discover six fantastic free New Year's Eve events in Birmingham for 2025. From live music to DJ sets, celebrate the start of 2026 without breaking the bank. Book your spot now!
JD Wetherspoons is removing 15 popular festive meals, including the Christmas dinner and Brie burger, from menus after New Year's Eve. Act fast for a final taste.
Discover four Birmingham pubs brought back to life in 2025, from The Anchor to The Gunmakers Arms, offering hope amidst a challenging year for the hospitality sector.
A captivating collection of historical images from Macclesfield, Bosley, and Poynton showcases local pubs, libraries, and community events from the 1910s to 1970s. Explore Cheshire's heritage.
Admiral Taverns has invested £100 million, acquiring 21 pubs from RedCat. The expansion includes a site in Birmingham as the chain eyes 2,000 pubs. Read the full list.
A Birmingham landlord urges locals to support their pub this Christmas as closures hit 'unprecedented rate' and business rates threaten a 15% hike. Protect your local.
Discover eight of the best pubs in Birmingham for a Boxing Day pint this festive season. From historic boozers to modern craft ale bars, find your perfect spot.
Beavertown Brewery's Cosy Pub Index reveals Staffordshire as Britain's top region for festive pubs, with 230 cosy spots. Discover the top counties and a 'cosy pub corridor' for winter escapes.
Find the full list of 42 Wetherspoons pubs open in the West Midlands on Christmas Day 2024, offering festive meals and company for those alone. Discover your local.
JD Wetherspoon confirms 683 pubs open on Christmas Day 2025, including many across Birmingham and the West Midlands. See the full local list and festive menu details here.
Discover Chaddesley Corbett, a Worcestershire village with Saxon roots, a 12th-century church, and timeless charm. Plan your countryside escape today.
Discover the five highest-rated pubs in Birmingham this festive season, from historic boozers to modern craft ale bars, as voted by visitors on Tripadvisor.
British pubs warn of soaring bills and closures as a £150 million business rates increase looms. Industry leaders call for urgent government support to save local pubs.
Discover Castleton, a beautiful Peak District village near Birmingham that transforms into a magical winter wonderland with cosy pubs, festive lights, and carols in a cave.
Discover why a trip from Birmingham to the enchanting Hope Valley village of Castleton, with its twinkling lights and cosy pubs, was an almost perfect festive escape.
Discover Castleton, a fairytale Derbyshire village that transforms into a magical Christmas destination with caves, carols, and quaint shops. Plan your festive visit!
RedCat Hospitality sells 21 pubs to Admiral Taverns, marking a strategic refocus on its managed pubs and rooms division just a year after being saved from collapse. Discover the details of the deal.
Road safety experts demand UK drink-drive limit be slashed from 80mg to 50mg. Could your pint put you over the legal limit? Discover the potential impact.
Shoppers hail Dunelm's Castleton Quilted Bedspread as a cosy winter essential. Priced from £40 with 13 colours, it's a budget-friendly hit with over 250 reviews. Discover the top-rated home comfort.
Discover the top cosy pubs in Birmingham to warm up this winter. From roaring fires to hearty pies, our guide reveals the perfect spots for a seasonal pint.