London's largest independent pub company, Urban Pubs & Bars, is on an acquisition drive following a 14.5% festive sales jump. Read about its new venues and the wider threat of business rates to the capital's pubs.
A nostalgic look back at student life at Nottingham's Hand & Heart pub in the mid-90s, where quiz machines funded rounds and kebabs ended the night. Discover the rituals that defined a generation.
Can you master this week's sports quiz? Challenge yourself on questions from football, cricket, rugby, snooker, tennis, and more. Put your sports knowledge to the test now!
From 2011 to 2016, the Park Tavern in Finsbury Park was more than a pub for DisOrient FC. It was where post-match sorrows and triumphs were shared over Guinness, forging bonds that last to this day.
East London's The Sun Tavern faces a 632% business rates rise, owner warns of closure. See the full 'F***ed Pub Index' list and the industry's plea to the Chancellor.
From first dates to last goodbyes, Guardian readers reveal the profound impact their local pub had on their lives. Share your own story of the pub that changed you.
The Guardian's Thursday news quiz enters a new chapter with whimsical illustrations by Anaïs Mims, following Willow the quiz dog's retirement. Test your topical news and pop culture knowledge now.
Discover The Cabbage Patch in Twickenham, the world-famous rugby pub opposite the station. A must-visit for match-day atmosphere, pints, and private screenings. Read more.
A new pub honouring feminist writer Mary Wollstonecraft will open in East London later this year, taking over the site of the beloved Ryan's bar. Discover the history and details.
The full answers to the 121st King William's College general knowledge paper are now public. Explore the history, literature, and trivia that stumped many.
Discover The Auld Shillelagh in Stoke Newington, famed as the best Irish pub outside Ireland. Renowned for its perfect Guinness and warm hospitality. Find out more about this local treasure.
Discover the legendary French House in Soho, a pub where Dylan Thomas drank and Charles de Gaulle plotted. Explore its unique history and why it still only serves beer in halves.
Discover Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese, London's cosiest pub on Fleet Street. With a crackling fire, 16th-century history, and literary ghosts, it's the perfect winter retreat. Plan your visit now.
Jeremy Clarkson attacks PM Keir Starmer over rising taxes and new drink-drive limits, claiming they are crippling his pub, The Farmer's Dog. Read his full critique here.
Discover The Prince of Peckham, a South London pub where the owner's MBE-winning community spirit meets delicious, affordable Caribbean food from White Men Can't Jerk. A must-visit.
Put your general knowledge to the test with this week's challenging Saturday quiz. From music legends to geographical trivia, see how many answers you know.
A new website, ismypubfucked.com, uses official data to reveal the UK pubs facing the biggest business rate increases, with some seeing bills soar by nearly 2000%. Discover which locals need your support most.
A 300-year-old Grade II-listed London pub, used as an office since 2021, reopens in February 2026 after a major restoration. Discover its rich history and new look.
Think you've kept up with the week's biggest sports stories? Test your knowledge of football, cricket, tennis and more in our weekly sports quiz. Take the challenge now!
The government is set to reverse planned business rate hikes for pubs following intense pressure from the hospitality sector. The climbdown comes after warnings of crippling tax rises.
The Guardian's first Thursday news quiz of 2026 is here, featuring topical trivia, a Geordie Shearer segment, and a teaser about new Lego smart bricks. Test your knowledge now.
The Walkers of Whitehall pub near Trafalgar Square has retained its licence after a council review, agreeing to cap late-night smokers and improve supervision after resident complaints.
Wetherspoons secures licence for a new 320-capacity pub on the Strand, right next to Charing Cross station, set to open this year. Discover all the details.
Hampstead's beloved Stag pub reopens on 22nd January following a top-to-toe glow-up. Discover the new garden bar, seasonal martinis, and restored original features.
JD Wetherspoon has cleared the final hurdle to open a new Central London pub on The Strand, next to Charing Cross Station. The venue will accommodate 320 customers and operate under strict licensing conditions.
Molly Oldfield's 'Everything Under the Sun' podcast inspires a fun family quiz. Test your wits with questions set by kids and learn how to submit your own brainteasers.
Think you know your apples and pears? Test your knowledge with this tricky Cockney rhyming slang quiz. It's not lemon squeezy! See your score and share in the comments.
New data reveals 366 British pubs were lost in 2025 due to soaring costs and tax burdens. Industry leaders warn of a 'wake-up call' for communities. Read the full analysis.
How much do you remember about 2025's major headlines? From a new Pope to a singer in space, test your knowledge with Sky News's end-of-year quiz.
Ryan's N16, a cherished Irish pub on Stoke Newington Church Street, has served its final pints. The community hub, open since 1994, announced its sudden closure.