Christmas Day 'chaos' at White Horse pub near Solihull
Families faced festive misery as The White Horse in Balsall Common closed unexpectedly on Christmas Day due to major technical issues. Boss apologises and promises refunds.
Families faced festive misery as The White Horse in Balsall Common closed unexpectedly on Christmas Day due to major technical issues. Boss apologises and promises refunds.
Families were left disappointed and hungry after a Midlands pub descended into 'utter chaos' on Christmas Day, with a kitchen closure and no service. Read the full story and the manager's apology.
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.
The Greenwood pub in Chelmsley Wood issued a polite social media notice about customer behaviour, stressing that good manners, not shouting, ensures quicker service. Read the full story.
JD Wetherspoon's huge January sale for 2026 offers pints from just 99p and meals around £5. The two-week promotion starts January 2nd. Check your local pub for deals.
Wetherspoons is launching a huge January sale across over 600 pubs, with prices starting from 99p on drinks and food deals. The sale runs from January 2nd to 15th. Discover the bargains.
Baileys fans are storing their festive tipple wrong. The manufacturer confirms refrigeration isn't needed for freshness. Discover the official advice and a crucial plumbing warning.
A man was taken to hospital after a large-scale fight involving around 50 people erupted outside The Bird in Hand pub in Measham. Police are appealing for witnesses.
The Station pub in Kings Heath is holding a special event on December 27 to raise funds for Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa, the most powerful storm in modern history, devastated the island.
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.
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.
JD Wetherspoon has detailed its key customer policies for the Christmas period, covering dress codes, vaping, and rules for under-18s. Learn what's allowed in UK pubs.
Discover Lowsonford, a quaint Warwickshire village with lovely canal walks, leading to a pub with a festive scent and award-winning pies. Perfect for a festive day out.
One writer swapped sugary sodas for Hip Pop's low-calorie kombucha and fizzy drinks. Discover the flavours, gut health benefits, and a winter offer of 12 cans for £12.
Planning a festive trip to Wetherspoons? Here are the essential rules on dogs, dress code, vaping, and under-18s you must follow across the Christmas period.
We taste-tested Baileys, Aldi's Specially Selected and Coole Swan Irish Cream liqueurs to find the ultimate festive tipple for taste, value and versatility. Discover the winner.
Amazon has discounted the #1 best-selling Baileys Irish Cream by 36% to just £13.98. Over 50,000 shoppers bought it this month. Get festive cocktail recipes and find alternative supermarket deals.
J D Wetherspoon confirms its first European pub, Castell de Santa Bàrbera, opens at Alicante-Elche Airport on January 29, serving UK favourites and Spanish tapas to British holidaymakers.
A British YouTuber survived on just Wetherspoons meals for 72 hours, spending a total of £44.38. Discover his surprising favourite dish and daily breakdown.
A festive taste test pits Baileys against Aldi and Coole Swan Irish cream liqueurs. Discover which bottle scored highest for flavour, value and versatility this Christmas.
Wizz Air unveils six new budget routes from London Luton to Greece, France, and Germany. Fares start from just £22.99 for 2026 getaways. Book your early Christmas travel deal now.
Wizz Air unveils six new flight routes from London Luton for 2026, including Greek islands and European cities, with fares starting from just £22.99. Discover the new destinations and travel dates.
Amazon slashes the Blink Mini indoor security camera to under £10. This HD camera with motion detection and two-way audio is a bargain for pet owners and home security. Offer ends December 8.
Tesco has slashed the price of a 1-litre bottle of Baileys to just £10 for Clubcard holders. The offer ends in 72 hours, with rival supermarkets also running festive deals.
Wowcher offers refurbished Kindle Fire tablets and first-gen iPad Mini devices for just £29.99. Perfect for students, kids, or budget-conscious buyers. Stocks are limited.
Shoppers are snapping up real Christmas trees for a bargain £10.99 at Home Bargains. Discover the best festive tree deals from Tesco and Morrisons too.
Amazon is selling a popular Lindt Festive Selection box with 60 chocolates for £24. Over 300 sold this month. Discover the flavours and why shoppers are raving.
A 123-year-old pub clock in a historic Midlands market town is telling time again after a £6,000 restoration. Discover the story behind this community landmark.
Pub chain Wetherspoons has quietly removed custard as an accompaniment to its apple crumble, prompting an outcry from customers who call the move 'unacceptable'. Read the full story.
Aldi offers a complete Christmas dinner for eight people for just £1.48 per person. The budget-friendly festive feast includes turkey, trimmings, and gravy. Enter their Advent Giveaway for a chance to win your shop back.