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The Guardian
3 days ago
- Business
- The Guardian
Last orders: a pub crawl across the UK's dying booze industry
The British pub, long a staple of community life, has been in a state of decline for years – and it's getting worse. Last year 400 pubs closed their doors. A record low number remain and with the average price of a pint now more than £5, the battle to survive is getting harder. Pubs are more than just places to get drunk – they occupy a unique space in the UK's cultural landscape and provide a social hub for people across the class and wealth spectrum. With alcohol consumption also in decline, and successive governments never keen to offer pubs a helping hand, can this great British institution survive?
Daily Record
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
TV star in 24-hour fundraiser in support of Scots brothers rowing Pacific ocean
Scotland's Home of the Year judge and architect Danny Campbell has supported Ewan, Jamie and Lachlan Maclean's mission to become the fastest people to row the Pacific. A tv star has rowed for 24 hours in support of the three Scots brothers trying to become the fastest people to row the Pacifi c. Ewan, Jamie and Lachlan Maclean are 100 days into their 120-day unsupported rowing challenge to cross 9000 miles of open ocean to raise £1million for clean water projects. The brothers left Peru in March on the mission to reach Australia. To mark the milestone, friends and supporters joined the trio virtually with a 24-hour row in Glasgow, led by Scotland's Home of the Year judge and architect Danny Campbell. Rather than braving 30-foot waves, salt sores and sea sickness, supporters took turns on indoor rowing machines at The Social Hub Glasgow. Teams of three rowed in shifts from 8am Saturday to 8am Sunday. Danny - a Social Hub ambassador and close friend of middle brother Jamie Maclean, with whom he played rugby for years - was part of a team of three which rowed more than 310,000m. Ahead of the event, Jamie gave Danny and Scotland's Home of the Year co-stars Banjo Beale and Anna Campbell-Jones a virtual tour of their tiny boat named Rose Emily in memory of their late sister. They are currently approaching Fiji. Danny is no stranger to crazy fitness challenges having recently completed a 10k in crocs for mental health charities. For this event, he wore trainers rather than his famous crocs. He said: 'That was incredibly difficult, but I think that's the point. Doing it indoors, in comfortable surroundings, for one day, is one of the hardest things I've ever done. 'They've been out there for 100 days in a tiny boat being tossed around like a sausage in a frying pan. What we did was a drop in the ocean, but hopefully it helps raise awareness and funds for a vital cause. 'Since I met Jamie, we've always tried to outdo each other. But I think he's finally got me beat.' Speaking from the middle of the Pacific, Jamie Maclean (32) said: 'We've had people rowing for 24 hours from Australia to Edinburgh. And now Glasgow. 'We're so grateful for the support. Who knows, maybe this is the start of something and 24-hour rows will become the next big fitness trend? 'Perhaps Danny will join us on the ocean one day?' The 24-hour activation was hosted and sponsored by The Social Hub, part of the brand's wider commitment to community wellbeing through fitness, nutrition and mental health support. James Rennie, Partnership Activations Manager at The Social Hub Glasgow, added: 'We've hosted everything from Pilates to HIIT classes — but this was something entirely different. 'We were proud to welcome Danny and the team to support such a worthy cause. Now it's time for everyone to rest those arms — they've earned it!' Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
Scottish Sun
18-07-2025
- Scottish Sun
Full list of Glasgow city centre roads to shut from TODAY amid major festival
Read on to discover what the exciting city event has to offer ROAD WARNING Full list of Glasgow city centre roads to shut from TODAY amid major festival Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SEVERAL road closures are in place as the Merchant City festival kicks off in Glasgow. The event boasts live music, circus acts and dancing across more than 26 events to celebrate the city's 850th anniversary. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 The festival is an annual event incorporating music, dance, fashion and food Credit: Alamy However, motorists are being warned of potential travel chaos with major city centre roads closed off. Brunswick Street, Candleriggs and Hutcheson Street will be completely shut. Meanwhile, Bell Street between Candleriggs and Walls Street will be no access. Cars won't be allowed on Wilson Street between Glassford Street and Candleriggs. Garth Street will also be closed for its full length, however local access for residents will be permitted. And finally, Bell Street between Candleriggs and Wall Street will be closed for the duration of the festival. The Merchant City festival begins today with live music and storytelling at the Social Hub on Trongate. Free kids' activities include crafting, a unicorn dance party and a family ceilidh. There are 29 market stalls including jewellery, pop-up food spots and drinks stands. Elsewhere, drivers have been warned of a deadly mistake that will face millions over the summer holidays. As Brits hit the roads for their holidays this summer, motorists have been urged to take regular stops on their long journeys. This is because new analysis has revealed a steep rise in fatigue-related crashes during the summer months. National Highways issued the advice and warned that driver tiredness can lead to "dangerous mistakes". Drivers have been urged by the agency to plan breaks that go "beyond quick pit stops".
Glasgow Times
08-07-2025
- Business
- Glasgow Times
House Party makes comeback with Pride pop-up in Glasgow
House Party, formerly located in the city's southside, has relaunched as a brand agency and curator after closing its physical store earlier this year. The new model will see the team represent a select group of independent businesses and place their products in like-minded shops across the UK and Europe. The Social Hub (Image: Supplied) Richy Edwards, co-founder of House Party, said: "We're still here, we just look a little different now. "This model gives us more flexibility to continue working with the brands we believe in, many of which are queer-owned, female-led or run by people of colour. Read more: 200,000 homes in Glasgow can now access faster broadband "It also means those products can reach more people, in more places." House Party will continue trading online and through pop-up events, with its first taking place from July 14 to 20 as part of Pride Hub at The Social Hub Glasgow. The pop-up will showcase a curated selection of brands, including Brooklyn-based puzzle makers Le Puzz, Scottish studio Vonk known for pop icon-inspired mugs and prints, and Mull, which creates functional homeware from repurposed plastics. Limited edition Pride cards illustrated by Glasgow designer Ruth Tullis will also be available. Mr Edwards said: "Pop-ups are a great way to collaborate, meet new customers, and bring small brands into places they might not normally reach. "We see this as a chance to grow without the overheads of a permanent location." The Social Hub was chosen for the relaunch due to its central location and ongoing support for small businesses. Mr Edwards said: "It's such a well-positioned hub, right next to everything, and the brands just feel aligned. "Our model has always been that everybody's welcome in our house, and that's exactly what The Social Hub is about, too." The House Party pop-up is part of The Social Hub's July programme celebrating LGBTQ+ creativity and community. Events are free or donation-based, with full listings and booking details available on Eventbrite.
STV News
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- STV News
Australian artist to transform Glasgow wall with huge mural
An Australian artist is set to transform a wall in Glasgow city centre with a new huge mural. The new artwork, standing at roughly 1230 square metres, is being completed in the Merchant City, on the end of the new Social Hub building. Themed by stories from local consultations, the art celebrates heritage, pride, culture, and change in the Merchant City, and will join the City Centre Mural Trail. Commissioned by The Social Hub and delivered in partnership with Yardworks and the Merchant City and Trongate Community Council, the mural is titled Make Time For What Matters. The mural has been made possible after support from Glasgow City Council's Area Partnership and City Centre Mural Fund and is expected to be completed in the coming weeks, with more details on the public unveiling to follow. Smug, originally from Australia but based in Glasgow, is widely recognised for his photorealistic murals, including the modern portrait of St Mungo, on High Street, now a local landmark and a highlight of the trail. He said: 'I've worked a lot in Merchant City over the years and have enjoyed adding new work. The new piece is rooted in local stories. Through a series of consultations in this area, the concept of the mural developed from a brief based on what came through: stories of heritage, community pride, culture and change. 'It's always a balance, making sure everyone's voices are represented while still creating something visually powerful. I've tried to reflect something powerfully honest and bold – something that feels like Glasgow. If it sparks a moment of reflection or conversation, then I feel this has been achieved. 'The opportunities I've had here have been foundational in my career. It's nice to have the chance to add something of this monumental scale now, to contribute again and bring something fresh to both the neighbourhood and the mural trail. 'It brings life to spaces people walk past every day. If someone pauses and feels something, has some sort of connection to the artwork, that's powerful. When a mural tells a story or connects with its environment, it can be transformative.' 'Glasgow has always had a strong graffiti and street art culture. It's raw, expressive, and usually speaks to what's going on in society. 'My journey started with graffiti and is very much intertwined between the two subcultures. Murals build on that graffiti tradition but also offer a different kind of platform. They allow for bigger, bolder statements that can speak to a wide audience. 'Collaborations like this make space for storytelling. This one is a huge statement piece both in scale and subject matter, and I'm happy to be making it happen.' Laura Frood, Creative Placemaking and Social Impact Lead, SWG3, commented: 'We've loved this collaboration and the opportunity to work on a mural of such a significant scale. Graffiti and street art are a huge part of Glasgow's cultural identity, and we're always thrilled to be invited to lead innovative projects of world-class standard. From last year's consultations, it was clear that the stories waiting to be told and the impact they could have are truly powerful.' A spokesperson for Merchant City and Trongate Community Council said: 'As an outward looking residents' association we are pleased to have started the ball rolling on this project through Gary and Ros' involvement and contacts. The mural sums up many of the attractions of this exciting and historic part of Scotland's biggest city.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
