London ball pit bar expands into Edinburgh
A London bar business describing itself as a “ball pit for grown-ups” will expand north of the border this summer with a new venue in Edinburgh.
Two thirds of businesses confident of growth despite challenges
Over two thirds of Scottish hospitality and leisure businesses are confident of growth in 2022 despite serious challenges such as staffing and the rising costs, according to Barclays.
Crerar unveils the Balmoral Arms
Crerar Hotels has unveiled its newly refurbished and renamed Balmoral Arms hotel after a multi-million pound redevelopment.
Bespoke expands with McMillan acquisition
Bespoke Hotels, the Warrington-based hospitality group, has acquired family-owned McMillan Hotels for an undisclosed sum.
Union launches appeal to fight Edinburgh strip club ban
The United Sex Workers union has launched a crowdfunding campaign to raise money for a judicial review of City of Edinburgh Council’s ban on lapdancing clubs.
Crieff Hydro adds Highland Safaris to the Family
The Crieff Hydro Family of Hotels has expanded its portfolio of businesses with the acquisition of Perthshire business Highland Safaris.
New gastropub makes its den in Kirkliston
Authentic, ‘farm to fork’ dishes are at the heart of a newly-opened gastropub on the outskirts of Edinburgh.
Industry figures recognised in Queen’s Birthday Honours
Figures from across Scotland’s hospitality and food and drink industries have been recognised in this year’s Queen’s Birthday Honours list.
Ben event back with a bang
The Ben’s Pop & Prosecco event was back with a bang at Oran Mor in Glasgow last month as people from across Scotland’s hospitality and drinks industries rallied to raise £4500 for the licensed trade charity.
Licensees tee-off in Crieff
GOLFERS from across Scotland travelled to Crieff to participate in the recent Haddow Trophy tournament.
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