The George
Coverage of operational excellence, guest experience, and F&B innovation at a heritage pub or inn noted for blending traditional atmosphere with contemporary hospitality. This section highlights site refurbishments, menu curation, event programming, and leadership updates, offering insight for pub operators, landlords, and hospitality professionals exploring how to preserve character while delivering elevated service and community engagement.
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Dec- 2018 -19 DecemberAwards & Events
‘Sloe Gin World Champions 2018’ announced
This year’s Sloe Gin World Championships, held at the George Inn village pub near Tunbridge Wells, on Sunday 16 December, saw two previous winners awarded the top prizes. The commercial title was retained by London-based Mother’s Ruin, who also won in 2017, while the homemade category was won by professional…
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12 DecemberBreweries and Distilleries
Anglesey’s The Seacroft pub sold to Robinson’s Brewery
The Seacroft pub in Trearddur Bay, Anglesey has been sold to independent family brewer Frederic Robinson Ltd by property specialists Fleurets. The property was previously privately owned, and features a lounge bar and dining area with approximately 120 covers as well as six ensuite letting bedrooms alongside an external terrace…
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Jun- 2018 -6 JuneCatering Companies
Hallgarth Manor Hotel appoints new chef
Hallgarth Manor Hotel has appointed Thomas Knott as its new consulting and executive chef. The new appointment comes following the refurbishment of the hotel which saw extensive modernisation of the kitchen and dining facilities as well as a stylish new bridal suite converted from a former meeting room. Knott brings…
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Apr- 2018 -17 AprilAwards & Events
BII Licensee of the Year announces 2018 semi-finalists
The British Institute of Innkeeping (BII) – the professional body representing the UK’s licensees – has announced the twelve semi-finalists for this year’s Licensee of the Year competition. Sponsored by Sky, the Licensee of the Year competition is a longstanding award which has been held annually for over 20 years. Since the launch in January, people…
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