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CAMRA’s comment on Charles Wells takeover

May 19, 2017 | News

Following the news that Marston’s has acquired the brewing business of Charles Wells for £55 million, CAMRA has issued a comment. Tim Page, CAMRA’s Chief Executive says: “CAMRA is always concerned about any consolidation in the brewing industry as...

Greene King launches new ale with Radio X

May 18, 2017 | News

Greene King, the UK’s leading pub retailer and brewer, has partnered with national broadcaster Radio X to release a limited edition ale for the summer. The new ale, Amplified, was officially unveiled on 16 May at the Salisbury pub in London by Radio X presenter Chris...

Marston’s to buy Charles Wells

May 18, 2017 | News

Charles Wells Ltd today has agreed terms to sell its brewery and brand sales interests to Marston’s PLC for a cash consideration of £55 million, plus working capital adjustments. The other Charles Wells assets – pubs in the UK and France, are not included in the...

BII announces finalists

May 17, 2017 | Awards, News

The BII has announced the six finalists for its Licensee of the Year competition 2017. The Licensee of the Year competition, sponsored by Sky, is now in its final stage. Over the past three weeks, the judges have visited the pubs of all sixteen semi-finalists spread...

Great British Beer Festival to welcome an Irish bar

May 16, 2017 | Events, News

For the very first time a collaboration of craft brewers from across Ireland will come together to showcase the best of Irish real ale at the Great British Beer Festival this summer. The co-operative Irish bar (the Kruger Bar) will see large brewers Porterhouse and...
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