Birmingham pub warns of ban for bringing own alcohol
The Golden Hind in Kingstanding has issued a firm reminder that bringing your own drinks is prohibited. Anyone found doing so will be barred from the premises to protect its licence.
The Golden Hind in Kingstanding has issued a firm reminder that bringing your own drinks is prohibited. Anyone found doing so will be barred from the premises to protect its licence.
A Walsall pub urges community support during Dry January, reminding locals 'a pub is for life' as footfall drops. Read its heartfelt social media appeal.
The much-loved Samson & Lion pub in Wordsley reopens on January 9 after a fire and year-long closure. New management promises family-friendly food and a warm welcome back.
The award-winning Druid Inn in Birchover serves its final pint tonight after 174 years. Owners and locals are 'gutted' by the sudden closure. Read the full story and share your memories.
The Bournbrook Inn in Stirchley is running a quirky 'Spotty Bottoms Monday' promotion. Eagle-eyed customers who spot a mark at the bottom of their glass win a free beer. Find out how to claim.
Birmingham's historic Queen's Head pub on Steelhouse Lane has closed suddenly for an extensive refurbishment. Owners Davenports Brewery promise 'exciting times ahead' and a fresh new look. Read more.
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.
The Yew Tree in Norton Canes has issued a blunt reminder of its pub rules, warning customers about bans for rudeness, drugs, and bringing in own drinks. Read the full list of expected behaviour.
The AA urges the government to tackle motorist anxieties over the 2030 petrol and diesel car sales ban and potential EV taxes. New poll shows majority oppose the policy.
A section of ceiling plaster and wallpaper fell at The Giffard Arms in Wolverhampton, filling the room with dust. No injuries reported as landlady confirms customer safety was paramount. Read the full story.
The New Wellington in Brierley Hill cancels its New Year's Eve event due to unforeseen circumstances. The pub will close at 8pm and has issued refunds. Read the full story.
The historic Barley Mow pub in Wolverhampton has reopened after a temporary closure due to a water leak. Locals celebrate the return of the 390-year-old community hub just in time for New Year's festivities.
The 390-year-old Barley Mow pub in Wolverhampton has been forced to close temporarily due to a water leak from the neighbouring Penn Golf Course. The team is working to resolve the issue. Read for updates.
A Kingstanding pub has been forced to close over Christmas after a violent fight involving weapons erupted after hours. Police secured a 28-day licence suspension.
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.
Proposed new Clean Air Act powers could let councils ban all petrol and diesel vehicles, including classics, from 2035. Find out what it means for UK drivers.
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.
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.
The UK government announces major animal welfare reforms, banning puppy farms and trail hunting by 2029. Critics call it a 'war on the countryside'. Discover the full details.
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.
England introduces a major animal welfare law, banning the shooting of brown hares for most of the year to protect them during breeding season. Read the full details.
A Blackburn family is barred from over 1,000 forecourts after a disputed £20.01 fuel theft claim. They insist they paid cash. Read the full story of the 19-month ban.
The DVSA announces stricter MOT rules from 9 Jan 2026, banning testers and principals for 2-5 years after disciplinary action. Learn how this crackdown affects UK drivers.