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.
A Gloucestershire pub slams Chancellor Rachel Reeves's 'war on business' as new tax rules force a 20% price rise and staff cuts. Read the landlord's stark warning.
Pub is the Hub, founded by King Charles, leads industry fury over Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget, warning of a tenfold business rates hike for community pubs. 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.
Keg & Comfort micropub in Wolverhampton is hosting an exclusive New Year's Eve for regulars only. Landlady Louise Clive defends the decision, prioritising loyal customers for one night. Read the full story.
Birmingham City Council leader John Cotton faced a reader Q&A, addressing the Crown pub's future, 20mph speed limits, disability access, and library cuts. Read his responses and pledges.
The Blue Bell Cider House in Earlswood cancels its New Year's Eve event due to low ticket sales. Patrons suggest the music lineup was misjudged for the local demographic. Full refunds offered.
Staffordshire Police are investigating a sexual assault on a woman in her 20s at The Sir Robert Peel pub in Tamworth. They are appealing for witnesses and information.
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.
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.
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.
David Darke died days after an alleged attack outside The Crown Inn. Leicestershire Police have launched a murder investigation. Read the family's tribute.
The family of David Darke, 66, pay emotional tribute after he died from injuries sustained in an assault outside The Crown pub in Appleby Magna. Police have re-arrested a 36-year-old man on suspicion of murder.
Five men face charges after a large-scale disorder involving knives erupted at a Rugby pub on Boxing Day night. Police are appealing for witnesses and video footage.
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.
A developer has submitted plans to build four dormer bungalows on the former car park of The Coventry Arms in Upton Snodsbury, a site vacant since 2017. Read the latest on this brownfield development.
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.
The story of Birmingham's Golden Eagle pub, a legendary rock and disco venue stripped by patrons in 1984, now a car park. A new student block plan was recently refused. Discover the history.
A publican warns new business rates could cost his family firm £62,000 annually, with industry leaders fearing widespread closures. Read the full story.
A landmark former pub and nightclub in Tamworth's distinctive Art Deco Lighthouse building is on the market for £300,000. Could you revitalise this historic site?
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.
The Office for Product Safety and Standards has issued multiple product recalls in December 2025, affecting items from beauty products to home goods. Check the list to see if you own any affected items.
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.
Next urgently recalls Cora 5LT Flush Ceiling Light after safety watchdog warns glass globes may detach and fall. Customers told to stop use immediately and return for full refund.
The Crown and Anchor pub in Chesterfield raised £1,953.75 for Ashgate Hospice in memory of Jill Parsley. The community event featured free live music and a raffle. Read more about this heartwarming story of local charity work.