The British Guild of Beer Writers have announced the judges for their 2026 awards. The panel brings together expertise from across the food and drink industry

How private equity reshaped the local and the postcode tool that shows the pubs most at risk.

From someone who worked for them, and then spoke out against them

Being made redundant by Brewdog. 15 minute call. No questions 38 Brewdog bars were shut with immediate effect on 2nd March and 484 workers were made redundant. Below is an account from STV of what …

Some of Britain’s best brewers are now women. Pete Brown salutes them — and picks their best beers

A three-part mini-documentary on the Burton Union set at Thornbridge Brewery in Bakewell, Derbyshire. Shot, edited and produced by Matthew Curtis.

Evin O’Riordain speaks to Jessica Mason about how the beer world is changing, ways IPA has changed and how mainstream brands are turning heads despite not winning palates.

The Guild board is desperately sad to hear that long-time Guild member and wonderful writer Des De Moor has passed away.The outpouring of stories since the news tells its own story, but Des was one of...

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America is no longer Europe's ally. Stop bleating about NATO. It's already gone.

Out of the country’s 1,600 breweries, these are the ones Pete Brown comes back to again and again

Another Guinness bottling controversy. This time about the use of corks. Which Guinness wanted to phase out in favour of crown corks.  The b...

On rare occasions, the beer industry produces a perfect metaphor. In 2022, for example, a high-profile California craft brewery called Modern Times Beer soared up the volume charts, overextended itsel...

My love affair with pubs started in Staines. It’s where I found my tribe—the pub as an expression of individuality, an alternative to bland Britain. But I was afraid at first. In 1996, my British-Asi...

Photos taken during the British Guild of Beer Writers Awards 2025 can be viewed by clicking the link below.Thanks to Cath Harries for being our photographer on the night.British Guild of Beer Writers ...

David Jesudason has been named beer writer of the year at the British Guild of Beer Writers Awards, staged at Big Penny Social, in London

The Coopers Tavern, Burton-on-Trent Key Features Real Ale and Cold Beer Cask Ale from the Barrel Live Music Dog Friendly Real Fires Guest Beer Provision Bar Snacks Street Parking Beer Courtyard ...

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The contemplation of mortality in the pub

Women in Beer is proud to announce that its founder, Amélie Tassin, has been named the Diversity and Inclusivity Champion at this year’s Brewers Choice Awards, held on 30th September at Big Penny Soci...

Adnams is celebrating after head brewer, Dan, was declared Brewer of the Year at The Brewer’s Choice Awards. Dan was among the figures from the beer, brewing and hospitality sectors recognised at this...

A new U.K. survey shows 25% of Gen Z beer drinkers regularly order cask ale—up 50% in a year. Are younger drinkers just waiting for a reason to go out?

The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) has cancelled its Great British Beer Festival (GBBF) events for 2026 as it faces the “stark reality” of its financial challenges.