A Metropolitan Police detective has been dismissed without notice for sexually assaulting a colleague in a South London pub toilet during a Christmas party. Read the full details of the misconduct hearing.
A former pub in Globe Town, vacant since 2014, has won planning permission to be converted into two flats after developers proved no one wanted to run it. Read the full story.
Waltham Forest Council approves 66 new build-to-rent flats in an 18-storey tower on Hoe Street. 17 units will be affordable housing, but some residents fear an 'overbearing' impact.
A shelved 1954 BBC script on homosexuality is now a stage play touring England for LGBT+ History Month, exposing historic prejudice and modern parallels.
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.
Discover how Purvi Harlalka and Jyothish George turned a neglected HMO into a stunning, light-filled family home with an exotic garden, featuring bespoke art and clever architectural design.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Matthew Hyndman from BBC's The Traitors shares his traumatic experience with conversion therapy in Northern Ireland and his campaign to ban the practice across the UK. Read his powerful story.
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.
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.
Nearly 15% of Londoners sold their home for less than they paid in 2025, the highest rate in the country. Discover the boroughs and property types hit hardest.
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.
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.
Two landlords have been ordered to pay £679,142 after illegally converting a family home into six cramped flats. Brent Council vows to crack down on rogue operators.
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.
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.
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.
David Darke died six days after an assault outside the Crown Inn. A 36-year-old man has been re-arrested on suspicion of murder. Read the family's tribute.