Lancashire

Regional reporting on foodservice and hospitality activity across Lancashire, with updates from Preston, Blackburn, Lancaster, Burnley, and Clitheroe. This section covers restaurant and pub openings, rural dining trends, supplier movements, and tourism-influenced trade across market towns and countryside locations. Built for chefs, operators, and F&B professionals, it offers insight into running profitable hospitality businesses in one of North West England’s most diverse and locally driven regions.

  • Apr- 2025 -
    14 April
    News-In-BriefToday’s news in brief – 14/04/25

    Today’s news in brief – 14/04/25

    The NTIA has issued an urgent open letter calling for support for alfresco dining and nightlife revival, addressed to the CEOs and leaders of all London boroughs. This call comes in alignment with Deputy Mayors Howard Dawber and Justine Simons, who have written to boroughs encouraging support for alfresco dining…

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  • 14 April
    Pubs and BarsFamily-run pub and restaurant in Lancashire hits the market

    Family-run pub and restaurant in Lancashire hits the market

    The Plough, a family-run pub and restaurant near the village of Oswaldtwistle in Lancashire, has hit the market with an asking price of £435,000. The Plough is an established public house known for serving cooked food and a wide range of wines, gins and cocktails.  The pub received an “England’s…

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  • Feb- 2025 -
    11 February
    RestaurantsMediterranean-inspired restaurant Mélange to open in Manchester

    Mediterranean-inspired restaurant Mélange to open in Manchester

    A new Mediterranean-inspired restaurant, Mélange, is set to open in Greater Manchester’s Bury in February.  Inspired by the French word for “a varied mixture”, Mélange’s menu focuses on Mediterranean cuisine while honouring the traditions of British dining.  Guests can expect dishes such as lamb infused with spices, warm goat’s cheese…

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  • Oct- 2024 -
    11 October
    Cafes and Coffee ShopsCooks Coffee appoints new CFO

    Cooks Coffee appoints new CFO

    Cooks Coffee has announced the appointment of Katherine Scott as its new chief financial officer, effective immediately. Scott joins the group with a track record in financial management, accounting, and strategic planning, bringing over 15 years of diverse experience across multiple industries to her new role. Throughout her career, Scott…

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  • Sep- 2024 -
    20 September
    NewsToday’s news in brief – 20/09/24

    Today’s news in brief – 20/09/24

    Caffè Nero has reported record sales of £147m for Q1, driven by very strong growth in the UK of 12.5% year-on-year and a like-for-like sales rise of 9.1%. The coffee house brand’s Q1 performance was “notably” above the general trend of the F&B sector, marking a continuation of Caffè Nero’s…

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  • 20 September
    Pubs and BarsJW Lees to acquire The Bellflower pub from Marston’s

    JW Lees to acquire The Bellflower pub from Marston’s

    JW Lees has agreed to acquire The Bellflower pub restaurant in Garstang Lancashire from Marston’s for an undisclosed sum. The news comes after the recent acquisition of The Craigside Hotel in Little Orme in Llandudno from Whitbread. The acquisition of The Bellflower pub restaurant will take Jw Lees’ Managed Pub…

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  • Oct- 2023 -
    23 October
    FeaturesHow to capitalise on autumn and champion British ingredients

    How to capitalise on autumn and champion British ingredients

    Autumn brings with it a rich tapestry of ingredients that inspire chefs like me to explore the treasures of the season. As a chef who champions quality over all else, I’ve always believed in the adage that “fresh is best.” This philosophy has encouraged me to celebrate British ingredients, develop…

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  • Aug- 2023 -
    11 August
    RestaurantsNow or Never opens in Lancaster

    Now or Never opens in Lancaster

    Now Or Never, the debut fine dining restaurant by chef Jeff Marshall and his wife, restaurant manager and co-founder Nichola Marshall, has now opened its doors in Lancaster. The “intimate” dining space catering for up to 20 guests sits in a restored Georgian Grade II listed building, located on Sun…

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  • May- 2023 -
    25 May
    Food and DrinkInn Collection Group launches chef academy

    Inn Collection Group launches chef academy

    The pubs with rooms company Inn Collection Group has announced the launch of a new chef academy. There are 10 places available at the academy as students will work alongside Michelin-trained chef Matthew Benson-Smith and his Benson-Smith Training Academy. No prior chef experience is required by applicants, with the successful…

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  • Apr- 2023 -
    13 April
    PeopleThe Silver Birch appoints head chef

    The Silver Birch appoints head chef

    The Silver Birch, a neighbourhood restaurant in Chiswick, has announced the appointment of Nathan Cornwell as head chef.  Cornwell was previously the head chef alongside chef patron Mark Birchall at The Barn at Moor Hall in Lancashire and brings his wealth of experience and expertise to the restaurant.  During his…

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