Community14 July 2026
The Local Institution
Why great pubs become part of their communities — and what happens when that is treated carelessly.
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Notes on the venues we look after, the people who run them and the communities that fill them.
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People2 June 2026
The People Behind the Bar
Building hospitality teams that stay, in an industry that has learned to expect turnover.
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Growth19 May 2026
Investing in the Local
Why thoughtful reinvestment matters more than a headline refurbishment.
Read StoryVenues8 April 2026
Backing Local Music
The front bar as a venue: why live music remains one of the strongest reasons to leave the house.
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Hospitality21 March 2026
The Kitchen That Earns Its Keep
A short, honest menu beats an ambitious one — and the numbers agree.
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People11 February 2026
A Good Next Chapter
What owners tell us they actually care about when they think about selling.
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