Richard Payne

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Frisco Pubs Expands Again as Heath Ball Takes on Highgate’s Angel Inn

North London pub operator Heath Ball is set to add another jewel to his growing Frisco Pubs empire, as he prepares to open The...

Bear Cross Couple Call Time After 40 Years Behind the Bar

After more than four decades in the licensed trade, a well-known Dorset pub couple have officially called time on an incredible career behind the...

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Bankes Arms Studland Review: Dorset’s Best-Located Pub?

Bankes Arms Studland review: sea-view garden, Isle of Purbeck ales, food, rooms, parking and the Old Harry Rocks walk — plus our honest verdict.

Why Pork Scratchings and Pints Became Perfect Pub Partners

From their satisfying crunch to their salty partnership with beer, pork scratchings have earned a permanent place in British pub culture.

What Makes a Great Local Pub? The Details Regulars Notice

A great local pub is built from dozens of small decisions: a genuine welcome, a well-kept pint, fair treatment and room for different kinds of people.

Why the Pub Quiz Still Works in the Age of Smartphones

Smartphones can find facts in seconds, but they cannot replace the teamwork, suspense and friendly rivalry of a proper pub quiz.
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