Pub choir singalong leads to love and friendship in London
Discover how a weekly pop choir session at a Waterloo pub transformed a woman's life, leading to new friends and a loving relationship. A heartwarming tale of community.
Discover how a weekly pop choir session at a Waterloo pub transformed a woman's life, leading to new friends and a loving relationship. A heartwarming tale of community.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Jeremy Clarkson hosts a fast-paced 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?' spin-off on ITV1. Plus, Rick Stein's Australia, the best dunking biscuit, and a new Waterloo Road term.
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.
Waterloo Road's new series tackles a sensitive child grooming storyline with Portia Weever, created with NSPCC guidance. The show returns January 6 on BBC iPlayer.
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.
Denise Welch reveals why she brought back the 'completely inappropriate' Steph Haydock for Waterloo Road's revival, promising the same iconic, un-PC character fans loved. Read the exclusive interview.
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.
Britain's independent pubs are closing at a record rate, blaming soaring costs and tax policy, while major chains report record sales. Could your local be next?
Plan your Christmas Eve travel in London. Full guide to Tube service reductions, early closures on the Piccadilly and District lines, and last train times.