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Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Craft Union is giving away free pints this Wednesday – here's how to get them
A major pub chain is celebrating its tenth birthday by giving away pints this week. A total of 40 Craft Union boozers will be handing out the free drinks on Wednesday (May 14), with 10,000 pints up for grabs. Revellers can pick from a pint of Birra Moretti, a single Gordons and mixer, or a soft drink such as a Coke or Sprite on the day. All anyone need do is ask at the bar. There are 40 Craft Union pubs in London, including the Pride of Pimlico in Westminster, the Sea Horse in Fleet Street, the Anchor in Battersea and the Bedford Arms in Fulham. The celebrations go further: each pub will also be donating 10p to charity from every pint sold on the day, while there's a £10,000 cash giveaway for one lucky customer. Since Craft Union opened its first site back in 2015, the Market Tavern in Stoke-on-Trent, the pub company has grown to number 637 around the country. Frazer Grimbleby, managing director at Craft Union, said: 'We're proud to be marking our 10th anniversary with three initiatives to give back to our guests as a thank you for how they have supported Craft Union over the last decade. 'We're delighted to have raised more than one million pounds for local causes in the last 12 months, and we are incredibly grateful to our guests for their unwavering support and enthusiasm in raising funds for charities - so what better way to show our appreciation than a drink on us.' Anchor, Battersea Bedford Arms, Fulham Bell, Leytonstone Blue Anchor, Bermondsey Brook Gate, Finsbury Park Crooked Billet, Penge Crown & Anchor, Edmonton Eaglet, Finsbury Earl Of Chatham, Woolwich Earl Spencer, Southfields Five Bells, New Cross Fox & Hounds, Forest Gate Frankfort Arms, Paddington George Canning, Camberwell George IV, Woolwich George, Southwark Globe, Hackney Hand In Hand, Brixton Hill, Forest Hill Horns Tavern, West Norwood Horse & Groom, Wimbledon Kilburn Bridge, Kilburn Lewisham Tavern, Lewisham Little Driver, Bow Marquis Of Cornwallis, Bethnal Green Morton Arms, Acton Nags Head, Peckham Old George, Bethnal Green Old Oak, Hampstead Pawleyne Arms, Penge Pride Of Pimlico, Pimlico Queen Victoria, Bermondsey Queens Head, Stratford Royal Oak, Harlesden Sea Horse, Fleet Street Three Horseshoes, Whetstone Volunteer, Plumstead White Hart, Eltham White Horse, Shepherd's Bush Wishing Well, Chingford
Daily Mirror
12-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Major pub chain giving away 10,000 free pints on Wednesday
The UK's fastest-growing pub company is giving away 10,000 free pints this week as it celebrates its 10th birthday - here's how you can get your hands on one A UK pub chain with more than 600 boozers nationwide is celebrating its 10th anniversary by giving away thousands of free pints. The Craft Union chain plans to distribute 10,000 free pints across its pubs this week across London, the Midlands, the south, the north and Wales. On Wednesday, May 14, customers can grab a free drink from the wide selection available at Craft Union pubs (their full list of pubs is here). With the arrival of warmer weather and longer evenings, they say it's the perfect time for those looking to relax with a cool drink. Even those who prefer non-alcoholic drinks or children can take advantage of the offer, with Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, Coca-Cola Zero, and Schweppes Lemonade all included in the deal. To claim the offer, simply show up and ask. In addition to the giveaway, Craft Union says it is also contributing to local causes. On May 14, 10p from every pint sold will be donated to local initiatives, with an estimated £20,000 expected to be raised. Over the past year, Craft Union pubs have already raised approximately £1 million for local causes. But that's not all - one lucky customer could win a life-changing £10,000 on Wednesday, reports Lancs Live. To mark its 10th anniversary, Craft Union pubs are running a special promotion where every pint purchase comes with a QR code that gives customers a chance to enter a daily prize draw. The winner will be announced the next day. Craft Union currently operates 637 locations, with its first site opening in Stoke-on-Trent in 2025. The pub chain says its philosophy revolves around creating welcoming community hubs that aim to offer great value, live sports, and more. Frazer Grimbleby, Craft Union's Managing Director, said: "We're proud to be marking our 10th anniversary with three initiatives to give back to our guests as a thank you for how they have supported Craft Union over the last decade." He also highlighted the company's charitable efforts, saying: "We're delighted to have raised more than one million pounds for local causes in the last 12 months, and we are incredibly grateful to our guests for their unwavering support and enthusiasm in raising funds for charities - so what better way to show our appreciation than a drink on us. "Make sure you get yourself down to your local Craft Union pub on Wednesday to claim your one free drink while stocks last, we're expecting the nation to get through 10,000 drinks in no time at all." Craft Union, a UK pub chain, has seen rapid growth over the past year, opening an impressive 78 pubs in just 12 months. The firm says that makes it the fastest-growing pub company in the country.
Scottish Sun
09-05-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Major UK pub chain with over 500 boozers is giving away thousands of free pints next week – how to claim yours
One lucky customer is also in for the chance to scoop a life-changing £10,000 DRINK UP Major UK pub chain with over 500 boozers is giving away thousands of free pints next week – how to claim yours Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A MAJOR UK pub chain with over 500 boozers is pouring thousands of free pints next week - find out how to claim yours. Punters can nab themselves a drink on the house - from Birra Moretti to Gin and Tonic. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 A major UK pub chain with over 500 boozers pouring thousands of free pints next week Credit: Getty The offer couldn't come at a better time as evenings begin to feel warmer and beer gardens across the UK start to call your name. To mark it's 10th anniversary, Craft Union, is giving away 10,000 free pints at pubs across the UK. The deal applies on Wednesday, May 14th and customers can choose from a range of bevvies. Savvy drinkers could enjoy a free Birra Moretti, but if this doesn't take your fancy why not sip a single Gordons and mixer. For the kids, or those who prefer something non-alcoholic, Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Zero, Diet Coke, and Schweppes Lemonade are all included. The beauty of this giveaway is how simple it is - all you have to do to claim your free drink is turn up and ask. Alongside the freebie, Craft Union are also raising money for local causes. On Wednesday 10p from every pint sold will be donated and it's estimated £20,000 will be raised. The company's pubs have raised £1 million for local causes altogether so far. As part of the initiative, one lucky punter is also in for the chance to scoop a life-changing £10,000. Larry Lamb reveals his Channel 5 show with his son has been AXED after he quit TV for a totally different job Every pint purchased on the day will come with a QR code giving guests the chance to enter the draw. They only have to wait until the following day to learn if they've hit the jackpot. Since Craft Union served it's first customer in 2015 at their original site in Stoke-on-Trent. The chain now has a whopping 637 pubs to it's name. Frazer Grimbleby, Managing Director at Craft Union, said: 'We're proud to be marking our 10th anniversary with three initiatives to give back to our guests as a thank you for how they have supported Craft Union over the last decade. 'We're delighted to have raised more than one million pounds for local causes in the last 12 months, and we are incredibly grateful to our guests for their unwavering support and enthusiasm in raising funds for charities - so what better way to show our appreciation than a drink on us! 'Make sure you get yourself down to your local Craft Union pub on Wednesday to claim your one free drink while stocks last, we're expecting the nation to get through 10,000 drinks in no time at all!' Craft Union is now the UK's fastest-growing pub company with 78 pubs opening in the last 12 months alone. This comes as the best pubs around the UK have been revealed - check if your local is on the list. The National Pub and Bar Awards has shared its shortlist of boozers and restaurants in with the chance of claiming the prestigious title of Pub and Bar of the Year 2025. The awards, organised by the Pub and Bar magazine, recognise the best venues in the UK based on a range of criteria including service, style of offer, marketing and customer journey. Almost 100 county winners will be chosen from the shortlist before a grand final in June where regional winners then the grand title of National Pub and Bar of the Year will be announced. Among the nominees this year is The George in Castleton, a small pub nestled in the heart of the Peak District National Park. Another is Beekies Neuk in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, a pub and restaurant serving local produce and large selection of whiskies, rums and gins. Also on the shortlist is the Black Bear Inn in Gwent, Wales, a rurally-situated inn with a rustic feel. Bogans, in Tyrone, Northern Ireland, is also nominated this year, known for welcoming punters of all ages. The Red Lion in Kettering features too - a traditional village pub serving locally-sourced food. Find the full list here.
