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Yahoo
22-07-2025
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Brewery member of staff 'knocked over' by van after scrap metal theft
Brewery member of staff 'knocked over' by van after scrap metal theft CCTV images of the white van allegedly involved in the incident (Image: Hook Norton Brewery) A member of staff was 'knocked over' by a van after the driver 'attempted to steal' scrap metal from a brewery. The incident, which is being investigated by Thames Valley Police, happened at Hook Norton Brewery at about 7.57pm on Sunday, July 13. Managing director James Clarke said a few members of staff were 'enjoying the fruits of their labour' when a white van drove into the yard and around the back of the brewery. READ MORE: Nurse found dead in bath at Travelodge While Mr Clarke said this was 'nothing particularly unusual', after a few minutes he realised the van had not returned. ADVERTISEMENT Upon looking at CCTV on his phone he saw a man 'helping himself' to scrap metal. "Two of us went to have a word, and a third staff member closed the yard barrier," said Mr Clarke. "After we told the man he should not be taking property, and best if he left, he drove off. "The yard barrier was still shut at this point, and he drove into it. "We then opened it, but before it was open wide enough, he drove into the barrier, damaging his van, and knocking a member of staff over." READ MORE: Tributes paid to 'lovely' father who was found unresponsive at city address A Thames Valley Police spokesperson said: 'We were made aware of a theft at Hook Norton Brewery, Banbury at around 7.57pm on Sunday 13 July. 'A van entered the premises and a man attempted to steal scrap metal. ADVERTISEMENT 'No one was injured in the incident but a gate was damaged as the man made off. 'No arrests have been made at this time. 'Anyone with information should call 101 or make an online report, via our website, quoting reference number 43250352329.'
BBC News
22-05-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Planners applauded as Great Bourton pub conversion plans refused
A decision to refuse permission for a disused pub to be converted into homes has been applauded at a council former Bell Inn in Great Bourton, Oxfordshire, was previously owned by the Hook Norton Brewery, but it sold it to its current owner in May brewery said the building had no commercial future as a pub and its current owner stripped it of its pub fixtures, but 239 people opposed changing its District Council's planning committee was applauded by members of the public after it unanimously dismissed the change of use application for the site, near Banbury. Chris Brant, district councillor for Cropredy, Sibfords and Wroxton, said the pub had been the "beating heart" of Great said the community was "denied a fair opportunity to act" against its sale and that the planning application had caused "deep concern" and "united residents" against action group to save the pub was set up, which told the council that it believes the building, in Manor Road, is potentially financially viable as a pub Save The Bell Inn Group told Cherwell Council on Thursday that it believes it could "thrive as a profitable concern if allowed to continue as a public house". You can follow BBC Oxfordshire on Facebook, X, or Instagram.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Business
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New 'flavour-packed' beer launched by Hook Norton Brewery
A new beer offering "bright citrus and tropical hop notes" has been launched by an Oxfordshire brewery. Hook Norton Brewery, one of the UK's oldest independent family breweries, has announced the launch of Sundial IPA. Based in Hook Norton, the brewery produces a range of "Hooky" beers and owns more than 30 pubs in and around the county. It said its newest beer is "vibrant, refreshing, and full of flavour," with "bright citrus and tropical hop notes" and a "crisp, clean finish". Managing director James Clarke said: "Sundial marks another chapter for Hook Norton. "Whilst cask ale is and will always remain our core, brewing these lighter, flavour-packed beers and creating something that bridges our rich brewing tradition with today's tastes is exciting." The drink is described by the brewery as a "pale, golden beer with light grapefruit notes and lemon zest". It is made using a blend of Admiral, Motueka, and Mosaic hops, and is dry-hopped with Amarillo and Citra. The brewery said it is perfect for "long afternoons in the sun" or a "post-work pint at the local". Sundial IPA will be available in 30L and 50L kegs, with plans to roll out in cans later this year. It will be available at the brewery's bars and in Hook Norton pubs across Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, Northamptonshire, Warwickshire, and Worcestershire.
