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Our latest news from across the Admiral Community.

TAKE A LOOK INSIDE PONTEFRACT COMMUNITY PUB FOLLOWING £320,000 MAKEOVER

The Travellers Rest in Featherstone, Pontefract officially reopened on Thursday 6th November following a transformational investment of nearly £320,000. The pub is part of Proper Pubs, the award‑winning community wet‑led operator division of Admiral Taverns, which operates more than 220 pubs across England, Scotland and Wales. Inside, The Travellers Rest has been completely refreshed to […]

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UTTOXETER COMMUNITY PUB REOPENS FOLLOWING TRANSFORMATIONAL MAKEOVER OF OVER £305,000

The Steeplechase on Bridge Street in Uttoxeter reopened last Friday 7th November following a phenomenal investment of more than £305,000. The pub is part of Proper Pubs, the award-winning community wet-led operator division of Admiral Taverns, which operates more than 220 pubs across England, Scotland and Wales. Inside, The Steeplechase has been completely transformed to […]

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What Types of Pubs Can You Run with Admiral Taverns?

Every pub has its own character, and every operator brings a different vision to the table. Some want a quiet village local, others prefer a busy town centre bar, and many are drawn to something in between. That mix is what keeps the Admiral Taverns estate so varied and gives new licensees the chance to […]

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TAKE A LOOK INSIDE BOLTON PUB FOLLOWING £265,000 MAKEOVER

The Pineapple on Blackburn Road in Bolton officially reopened last Thursday 30th October following a transformational investment of more than £265,000. The pub is part of Proper Pubs, the award‑winning community wet‑led operator division of Admiral Taverns, which operates more than 220 pubs across England, Scotland and Wales. Inside, The Pineapple has been transformed to […]

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TAKE A LOOK INSIDE DUKINFIELD PUB FOLLOWING £245,000 MAKEOVER

The Lodge on Cheetham Hill in Dukinfield reopened last Thursday 23rd October following a phenomenal investment of nearly £245,000. The pub is part of Proper Pubs, the award-winning community wet-led operator division of Admiral Taverns, which operates more than 220 pubs across England, Scotland and Wales. Inside, The Lodge has been completely transformed to breathe […]

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What Support does Admiral Taverns give to its Pub Operators?

Whether you’re a seasoned publican or looking to run your first pub, the level of support you’ll receive can make all the difference, especially in those first few months, as the idea of running a pub can feel very different depending on where you stand. Admiral Taverns makes a point of helping both, offering the […]

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St. Helen’s Community Pub to Reopen Following Phenomenal £125,000 Refurbishment

Popular community pub, The Boilermaker’s Arms on Houghton Road in St. Helens, is reopening tomorrow, Friday 10th October, at 6pm following a significant combined investment of £125,000 from experienced father-son licensee duo, Gordon Woodward and his son Jonathan, and Admiral Taverns. Inside, The Boilermaker’s Arms has undergone a major refurbishment to bring a fresh and […]

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Can You Really Run a Pub Without Experience? Here’s What You Need to Know

People often assume you need years of hospitality experience behind you before you can even think about running a pub, but that simply isn’t the case, and it’s a myth that puts a lot of good people off. Many successful licensees came to Admiral Taverns with no direct experience when they began, and instead brought […]

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Why Community Pubs Still Matter – And How Admiral Taverns Is Helping to Keep Them Thriving

Walk into almost any town or village in the UK and you’ll still find a pub at the centre of it. For some, it’s the place where neighbours meet, for others it’s where birthdays, fundraisers or even football matches are shared. Community pubs continue to matter because they connect people in ways that few other […]

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First-Time Pub Operator? Here’s What to Expect When You Partner with Admiral Taverns

Running a pub for the first time is an exciting experience. But it can also be a daunting one. You’re stepping into something most people only ever see from the other side of the bar. Admiral Taverns doesn’t overcomplicate that first step. You ask a question, someone calls back, and suddenly it feels less distant. […]

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Wigan Community Pub Set to Reopen Following Transformational £220,000 Refurbishment

The Running Horses, a family friendly community pub on St James Road in Wigan, is reopening on Friday 19th September following an incredible combined investment of more than £220,000 from Admiral Taverns and passionate licensee, Patricia Nodwell. The investment will enable the licensee to give the pub a fresh new lease of life and enhance […]

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£300,000 Investment to Reopen Britannia Inn, Mossley – New Licensee Sought as Major Railway Upgrade Brings Huge Potential

Mossley, Greater Manchester – Pub Open Day 24th September – 10-3pm A landmark £300,000 investment is set to breathe new life into a much-loved local pub as the Britannia Inn in Mossley prepares for a full refurbishment and reopening. Even more exciting, the pub’s location is about to become a key transport hub, with Mossley […]

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