UK Pubs Under Threat: Publicans Plead for Budget Help
Publicans across the South West warn of a 'critical tipping point' for pubs, urging government action on business rates and taxes in the Autumn Budget to prevent widespread closures.
Publicans across the South West warn of a 'critical tipping point' for pubs, urging government action on business rates and taxes in the Autumn Budget to prevent widespread closures.
A derelict mortuary in Staffordshire, complete with its original embalming room, has been purchased for £137,000 and is set to be converted into a unique two-bedroom luxury holiday let.
A former mortuary at the old North Staffordshire Asylum could be transformed into a two-bedroom holiday let. The Grade II Listed building was sold for £137,000.
Relive the magic of 'The Holiday' at The Ashford Arms in Derbyshire. Discover the cosy rooms, log fires, and essential tips for a perfect Peak District retreat.
The Bull, a historic 17th Century pub in the desirable Rodington village, is set for auction on December 10 with a £235,000+ guide price. Discover this unique investment opportunity.
Truggist Hill Farm stables in Berkswell, once home to winning racehorses, have been converted into offices following two tragic equine deaths. Discover the heartbreaking story behind the council-approved change.
St James Tower in Cardiff centre has been converted into a spectacular seven-storey residence, blending Victorian architecture with modern design. Priced at £799,950, this unique property is now on the market.
JD Wetherspoon is opening its first European pub at Alicante airport in January 2026. The 'Castell de Santa Barbera' will serve British classics and Spanish dishes. Read more.
A derelict morgue, part of the former North Staffordshire Asylum, could be converted into a two-bedroom holiday let. The plan aims to combat anti-social behaviour and preserve the historic building.
The Bull, a 17th-century Grade II-listed pub in Rodington, is set for auction on 10 December. Discover this unique investment opportunity in the West Midlands.
JD Wetherspoon announces its first continental European pub at Alicante Airport, serving British favourites and Spanish dishes from January 2026. Discover the new holiday hotspot venue.
Tributes pour in for much-loved father Anthony Priestley, 53, who was fatally stabbed at a Coventry address. A 28-year-old man has been charged with murder. Read the full story.
A man was seriously injured after being assaulted and forced into a white Ford Transit van on a Coventry street. A 29-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of kidnap.
Wetherspoons announces eight new pub locations for 2026, including a unique partnership with the University of Birmingham's student union bar. Discover the full expansion plans.
Wiltshire Council approves plans to convert the historic Wadworth brewery in Devizes into 22 homes and commercial space, preserving heritage artefacts and creating a new public courtyard.
University of Warwick students evacuated after major fire at Arthur Vick 1 halls. No injuries reported as emergency services contain blaze. Support offered for temporary accommodation.
A prominent Leeds city centre office building is on the market for more than £4m. 84 Albion Street offers significant conversion potential into a boutique hotel or residential accommodation.
West Midlands Police have launched a murder investigation after a 53-year-old man was fatally stabbed on Aldrich Avenue, Tile Hill. A 28-year-old man is in custody. Call 101 with information.
The Merry Boys Inn in Wolverhampton is undergoing a major £383,000 refurbishment, transforming into a Grandstand sports pub. Reopening December 10 with big screens and new menu.
Coventry Building Society warns state pensioners on fixed incomes face paying more tax due to frozen thresholds. Discover the financial impact and planning tips.
Birmingham City and West Bromwich Albion show contrasting form in the latest Championship table. See where they rank and how Coventry lead.
The Theatre of Small Convenience, the world's smallest theatre housed in a former Victorian toilet in Malvern, has triumphantly reopened with a 12-seat capacity after a community-led restoration.
Coventry's Neil Littlewood competes in Strictly Christmas dance event, raising over £3,000 for Zoe's Place Baby Hospice. Read his inspiring story and learn how to support.
The Weoley Castle in Birmingham has reopened after a huge six-figure refurbishment, creating five new jobs and offering pints from £2.80. Discover the new look today!
Wetherspoons confirms five new pub openings in Bristol, Croydon, Stockton-on-Tees, Beaconsfield and Wetherby by 2026. Discover the full expansion plans and locations.
West Midlands Police have arrested three men in Coventry on suspicion of terrorism offences, including disseminating terrorist material and preparing a terrorist act. A fourth man was held for a firearms offence. Report concerns at gov.uk/ACT.
A historic Manchester complex has been given a new lease of life as a £30m student accommodation project. The 321-bed development sensitively blends 125-year-old buildings with modern facilities. Discover how the past meets the present.
A lorry driver has been taken to hospital after his vehicle overturned on Heybarnes Circus in Birmingham, causing significant traffic disruption. Avoid the area.
A Walsall homeowner resubmits plans to convert a garden outbuilding into a separate home after initial refusal. Read the latest on this ongoing planning dispute.
Dudley Council to decide on plans transforming Stourbridge's historic Titan Works into a major retirement complex with 150 care home beds and 39 apartments.