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Scottish Sun
16 hours ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Craft beer prices have rocketed since start of year amid rising costs and tax hikes
CAUGHT ON THE HOPS Craft beer prices have rocketed since start of year amid rising costs and tax hikes Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CRAFT beer prices have rocketed since the start of the year — giving drinkers a major hangover. Prices have jumped by up to 12.5 per cent since January, The Morning Advertiser Pint Price Survey has revealed. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) said many landlords are having to charge more just to stay open in the face of rising raw material costs and tax rises. The survey said the biggest price rise was for BrewDog Punk IPA, which was £5.64 a pint in January but is now £6.34. Camden Hells has also climbed to £6.34, up 10.8 per cent from £5.72. Others have seen more modest increases, just 1.7 per cent for Camden Pale Ale, which has gone from £5.59 to £5.69. The average price of a draught pint across all types has crept up to £5.17, compared with £5.08 six months ago. CAMRA chairman Ash Corbett-Collins said: 'It's incredibly frustrating for consumers to see the price of a pint rise yet again. 'It's really important that we talk about the reasons that the price of beer is rising — it's hikes in the price of raw materials for brewers, energy costs staying high, pubs being squeezed by a challenging business rates system and rises in National Insurance contributions. 'Increasing the price of a pint is sometimes the only option for pubs, as not doing so risks closing their doors for ever.' Whitbread, owner of Beefeater and Brewers Fayre, has reported a 16 per cent fall in food and drink sales as it overhauls its restaurants. 1 Craft beer prices have rocketed since the start of the year Credit: Getty Pint prices on the rise and Maccies axes beloved item MORRISONS OVER STORM MORRISONS bosses said it had 'bounced back' from a Christmas cyber attack, as it posted stronger sales and profits for the latest quarter. But the UK's fifth-largest supermarket chain warned inflation is driving 'subdued' sentiment among shoppers. The Bradford-based business yesterday revealed group sales grew by 4.2 per cent to £3.9billion for the 13 weeks to April 27 compared with the same 2024 quarter. Morrisons is pushing ahead with a turnaround plan which includes closing cafés along with meat and fish counters. NO BEAUTY BID MIKE Ashley's Frasers Group has pulled out of the bidding process for cosmetic retailer Revolution Beauty. Frasers, which owns Sports Direct, said it 'does not intend to make an offer'. The make-up firm had said Frasers was 'one of a number of parties conducting due diligence' after it put itself up for sale last month. But the withdrawal raises questions over the future of the troubled beauty brand.
The Sun
16 hours ago
- Business
- The Sun
Craft beer prices have rocketed since start of year amid rising costs and tax hikes
CRAFT beer prices have rocketed since the start of the year — giving drinkers a major hangover. Prices have jumped by up to 12.5 per cent since January, The Morning Advertiser Pint Price Survey has revealed. The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) said many landlords are having to charge more just to stay open in the face of rising raw material costs and tax rises. The survey said the biggest price rise was for BrewDog Punk IPA, which was £5.64 a pint in January but is now £6.34. Camden Hells has also climbed to £6.34, up 10.8 per cent from £5.72. Others have seen more modest increases, just 1.7 per cent for Camden Pale Ale, which has gone from £5.59 to £5.69. The average price of a draught pint across all types has crept up to £5.17, compared with £5.08 six months ago. CAMRA chairman Ash Corbett-Collins said: 'It's incredibly frustrating for consumers to see the price of a pint rise yet again. 'It's really important that we talk about the reasons that the price of beer is rising — it's hikes in the price of raw materials for brewers, energy costs staying high, pubs being squeezed by a challenging business rates system and rises in National Insurance contributions. 'Increasing the price of a pint is sometimes the only option for pubs, as not doing so risks closing their doors for ever.' Whitbread, owner of Beefeater and Brewers Fayre, has reported a 16 per cent fall in food and drink sales as it overhauls its restaurants. 1 Pint prices on the rise and Maccies axes beloved item MORRISONS OVER STORM MORRISONS bosses said it had 'bounced back' from a Christmas cyber attack, as it posted stronger sales and profits for the latest quarter. But the UK's fifth-largest supermarket chain warned inflation is driving 'subdued' sentiment among shoppers. The Bradford-based business yesterday revealed group sales grew by 4.2 per cent to £3.9billion for the 13 weeks to April 27 compared with the same 2024 quarter. Morrisons is pushing ahead with a turnaround plan which includes closing cafés along with meat and fish counters. NO BEAUTY BID MIKE Ashley's Frasers Group has pulled out of the bidding process for cosmetic retailer Revolution Beauty. Frasers, which owns Sports Direct, said it 'does not intend to make an offer'. The make-up firm had said Frasers was 'one of a number of parties conducting due diligence' after it put itself up for sale last month. But the withdrawal raises questions over the future of the troubled beauty brand.
BBC News
2 days ago
- Business
- BBC News
Plans submitted to refurbish Hereford listed pub building
Plans have been submitted to refurbish one of Hereford's oldest Grade II listed Grapes Tavern on East Street and Capuchin Lane dates back to the early 17th Century, but took its last orders in 2023 when it submitted by Jove Ltd propose new flats and bed & breakfast rooms on the adapted upper floors, with pub use shown on the ground floor and claimed the pub had "been in decline for many years, with long periods of closure", and that "time has not been kind" to the building, listed in 1952 but subject to later "ill thought out and poorly executed alterations". Anthony Thomas from Jove said the proposal would "arrest the decline" of the pub and ensure "the economic benefits required to deliver its renewal".The exterior would be de-cluttered and given new signage and lighting, with a new door on the East Street side and two new windows onto Capuchin plans would also address the current "poor compartmentalisation" of the current licensed and residential uses, the application added, by reorganising the layout to allow these uses to be "fulfilled simultaneously".The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) is consulted on all planned changes to pubs in the county. Its Herefordshire representative Mark Haslam said the while he had yet to go through the proposal in detail, he was concerned about the possible impact of the residential plans for the upper floors."This could lead to a "clash of amenities" with the pub use, a point the group had made with the council in other building was sold at auction for £257,000 in November 2023, when the second floor was still occupied, according to property services firm on the application can be made until July 10. Follow BBC Hereford & Worcester on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
Time Out
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out
This is officially the most beautiful pub in London
It's what you've all been waiting for, yes, it's CAMRA's Pub Design Awards 2025! Celebrating 'the most visually stunning, historically significant and lovingly restored pubs across the UK', one London pub scored big in the awards. Congratulations to The Forester in Ealing, which won the 'Community Local' category. The award was judged by design and conservation experts, and are run alongside the good people of Historic England to 'highlight both the importance and vulnerability of pub architecture'. The Community Local category is all about outstanding renovation of street-corner pubs, a Fuller's pub, the Forester won because of its 'respectful refurbishment' of its Edwardian fireplaces and Art Nouveau-style stained glass. Andrew Davison, Chair of the Pub Design Awards judging panel, commented: 'The Pub Design Awards recognise the highest standards of pub architecture, rewarding artistic flair and painstaking historical conservation. 'From inviting streetcorner locals to striking medieval coaching inns, there are some stunning pubs in the UK, and the craftmanship involved in making these venues a gorgeous place to enjoy cask beer and real cider or perry should rightfully be applauded. I encourage heritage enthusiasts and pub lovers alike to visit these inspirational buildings.' The Forester, 2 Leighton Road, Ealing, W13 9EP. The best pubs in London, according to Time Out.
Leader Live
2 days ago
- Business
- Leader Live
Bridge End Inn crowned CAMRA Pub of the Year in North Wales
Congratulations is in order at the Bridge End, Ruabon, this week after securing the regional Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) title. The local inn qualified for the crown after firstly securing the Dee Valley branch title which was awarded to them earlier this year. (Image: CAMRA) Owner Matthew McGivern is delighted, and claims it's a huge honour to his family and parents, Gill and Peter, who have run the establishment since 2008. The traditional real ale pub is known for its cosy and rustic charm, friendly atmosphere and commitment to real ale. They offer seven hand pumps, three lagers, and a selection of wines, spirits, and bar snacks. Previous successes for The Bridge End include multiple branch Pub of the Year (POTY), Welsh POTY and a deservedly awarded ultimate accolade of CAMRA National POTY for 2011. Matt said: "It's great to be recognised for selling great beer. Of course, the more you achieve the more criticism you're open to, especially with this being across the whole of North Wales. "But overall customers have been wonderful and so supportive. "Everyone struggled a little with Covid so it's great to be in the position we're in now. It means so much to us as a family and we'll continue doing what we do best moving forward." MOST READ CAMRA's prestigious awards are given to recognise the very best in pubs, clubs, beer and cider. A CAMRA spokesperson said: "This is voted for by the North Wales CAMRA regions. It's an amazing achievement for an independent pub to get this far and shows an outstanding understanding of real ale and how to run a successful and popular pub. Great for Wrexham too!" Last year, it was the Magic Dragon Brewery, also in Wrexham, that was crowned Dee Valley's Pub of the Year. Taking the regional title for 2024 was the Bailey Head in Oswestry.
