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Powys County Times
10 hours ago
- Business
- Powys County Times
JD Wetherspoon bringing back Brunch Burger for limited time
JD Wetherspoon is bringing back its "best burger ever" for a limited time. The Brunch Burger returned to Wetherspoon pubs across the UK for a limited time back in 2023 after a 10-year hiatus. It has made several brief appearances since then and is returning to menus again in 2025. But you'll have to be quick, as it will only be available for three days. Wetherspoon's Brunch Burger features a 100% British beef patty (6oz), American-style cheese, maple-cured bacon, fried free-range egg and topped with a hash brown made from 100% British potato. The meal includes chips, six beer-battered onion rings and a drink and will cost up to £9.99 (with a soft drink) and £11.52 (with an alcoholic drink). Wetherspoon customers label Brunch Burger the 'best ever' Wetherspoon's Brunch Burger has received high praise over the years, being described as "the best ever". One person, posting on X (formerly Twitter), said: "Brunch burger is the best." Another added: "Brunch burger: best burger ever!!!" "Brunch burger: best burger ever!!! Only £7,50 with a beer" @ The Montagu Pyke (Wetherspoon): #foursquare — Fel Herr (@Chalaohp) December 1, 2012 While a third person commented: "Wetherspoon's Brunch Burger - It. Is. ACEB***S! They should have called it 'Excelsior!'" When will the Brunch Burger be back at Wetherspoons? The Brunch Burger will return to Wetherspoon pubs across the UK and the Republic of Ireland for one weekend only. The burger will be available on Father's Day weekend - Friday, June 13 to Sunday, June 15. Recent changes to Wetherspoon menus The return of the Brunch Burger is not the only change made to Wetherspoon menus recently. In May, the pub chain introduced four new gourmet burgers to its menu: Cheese meltdown - A choice of beef (6oz beef patty) or fried buttermilk chicken with American-style cheese, smothered with Emmental & Cheddar cheese sauce. The Big Smoke - Pulled BBQ beef brisket, American-style cheese, maple-cured bacon, with a choice of beef (6oz beef patty) or fried buttermilk chicken. Buffalo - Fried buttermilk chicken, blue cheese sauce, Naga chilli sauce and American-style cheese, all topped with a spicy chicken wing. BBQ stack - A plant-based patty, stacked with six onion rings and covered with BBQ sauce. Wetherspoon chief executive John Hutson said: 'We are always keen to offer our customers the widest choice of good quality meals at value-for-money prices." There have also been various other additions to the pizza, small plates and pub classic ranges at Wetherspoon pubs across the UK. But it's not all been good news for customers, with several menu items axed by Wetherspoons last month. Steaks, mixed grills and gammon were removed from pub menus across the UK on May 14. This came after JD Wetherspoon was forced to remove its £6.49 chicken bites from the menu. The Wetherspoon staple features 10 crispy chicken bites, chips and an array of sauces, but was previously listed as "temporarily unavailable" on menus.
Telegraph
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Telegraph
My day drinking in Britain's biggest Wetherspoons
A pie-eyed 60-something lady blows me a kiss before collapsing on the backseat of a cab outside The Waterfront pub. It's 5pm and she's peaked too soon. But haven't we all? Alcohol consumption is in terminal decline, apparently. It's all bubble tea and kombucha from here on in, people. Not in this town it ain't. Not in Ramsgate. The quayside pubs are heaving on this sunny Saturday afternoon, literally overflowing with red-skinned drinkers clutching fags and pints. Talk of the faded British seaside feels wide of the mark here. Ramsgate is pumping. I watch a white-aproned man pack his seafood kiosk up for the day as wide boys drive their bulging biceps and Botoxed babes around in Beemers. Bronzed families with the sand between their toes flip-flop home from the beach, past pretty yachts in the marina and hipsters sucking roll-ups outside the Queens Head. Dapper pensioners pick a path through the eclectic human traffic with a smile. They were young once. I head to the Wetherspoons for a pint. The Royal Victorian Pavilion is not just any 'Spoons – it's Britain's biggest, a cathedral of a pub, and fresh from a £750,000 refurb. Not that the punters have noticed. 'I'm not sure what they've done apart from plant these flowers, which look nice – I might slip them into my handbag,' says Lin Brown, who's drinking on the rooftop terrace with her friends. The girls are here for pre-drinks – 'we'll shimmy into town later' – and life admin. 'We're booking tickets to see Spurs in the Europa League Final,' says Brown (who won't regret that purchase). 'We booked a holiday to Egypt last week.' Why the 'Spoons? 'It's cheap,' they say, in unison. They're not wrong. My pint of Ruddles cost an almost laughable £1.79. It's like being in the Eighties again. Shame about the atmosphere, though, which inside the pub was flatter than my ale, forcing me out onto the busy terrace where I pulled up a pew near the girls. 'I thought you were a stripper when you came over,' says Jen Cavelle, or 'Mrs C', clutching my arm. 'It's my birthday tomorrow. I thought these girls had got me something.' I can't work out if Mrs C is disappointed or relieved that I'm not a stripper. Come to think of it, I'm not sure if I'm flattered or offended that she thought I might be. The girls have been coming to the Pavilion – originally a concert hall – since before it was a 'Spoons. 'It used to be a nightclub,' says Mrs C, who went on the pull here. 'The lights would come on at the end of the night and I'd think 'f****** hell, who's this?' Beer goggles!' While other British seaside towns have withered since cheap flights pulled the beach towel from under their feet, Ramsgate is holding its own, reckon the girls. This despite being in Thanet, one of England's most deprived regions. 'It's got a buzz,' says Brown. 'The pubs are busy, even in winter. It's vibrant, there are always bands on.' The g-word inevitably rears its head. 'It's gentrifying,' says communications officer Natalie McAleer, who moved here from the capital. 'There weren't many London-type places a couple of years ago but now there are more wine bars, more coffee shops. I think it's following in the footsteps of Margate, which is basically Shoreditch-on-Sea.' Ramsgate's liberal London blow-ins make for odd bedfellows in a region that has traditionally shown strong support for Nigel Farage's party du jour. The town's dichotomous demographic was brought into sharp focus in May's local elections, which saw Reform take the largest share of votes – followed by the Greens. It's two-party politics, but not as we know it. One certified vote winner would be to reinstate the Ramsgate to Dunkirk ferry. 'We used to do 'flasher trips' to France, didn't we girls?' says Mrs C, to a hum of approval. 'You'd get on for a quid, flash your passport, have a disco and a smorgasbord, then stock up on duty-free and sail home. We didn't even get off in Dunkirk. Happy days. They need to bring the ferry back.' That's the plan, only attempts by Thanet district council (rated 1.8 out of 5 on Google) to entice a new operator have hitherto failed. The region's nascent wind industry has at least got going, bringing jobs to a region where the once-thriving fishing industry clings on like a limpet. Doing my bit for the local economy, I head across the road to Pete's Fish Factory, which lures me in with the smell of deep-fried delights. I order cod and chips to eat near the marina. Mick Huggett has the same idea. 'I'm here on a beano,' the Londoner tells me. A beano, for the uninitiated, is a traditional Cockney daytrip to the seaside, usually involving pub visits and sunburn. Watch the Jolly Boys' Outing episode of Only Fools and Horses and you'll get the gist. 'We got off the coach at midday and were straight in the pub. We've been on it since. It's nice to get out of bloody London,' says Huggett, a technical services coordinator. 'We've done Brighton a few times, Margate, too. I'm pleasantly surprised by Ramsgate. People said it was a bit rundown, but it's lovely.' It's hard to disagree as I walk around town, which Van Gogh wrote fondly of during his brief stint here as a teacher. Ramsgate's Victorian architecture is charming. I lose myself down narrow lanes, lingering outside antique shops and art galleries, and pretty pubs like the Horse and Groom, where leather-clad punks share space with pensioners wearing Reform badges. Acting on an earlier recommendation from McAleer, I walk uphill, following the giant Victorian arches overlooking the marina to Seabird, one of her favourite bars. I'm passed three times along the way by a bloke driving a flatbed Transit, with branches in the back, techno on the stereo and a beer in his hand. But that's Ramsgate. 'You could walk down the street wearing a bin bag on your head and nobody would bat an eyelid,' says Seabird's manager Ellie Dobson, while a flat-capped DJ spins funk. Seabird, which sells 'killer cocktails' and small plates, is new to Ramsgate and a welcome step change from the raucous old town. 'Everything is made here,' coos Dobson, tickling my palate with fragrant potions which slip down with notes of fresh mint and coriander. Seabird's owners Damian Williams and Stuart Langley are hospitality veterans from London, which is not a dirty word in here. 'There are two types of DFLs,' Dobson explains. 'You've got your down-from-Londons and your d***s-from-Londons.' Her colleague Frankie Alphonso belongs to the former camp, but encountered plenty of the latter in nearby Margate, where she moved on an impulse, but never felt accepted by the cliquey 'cool kids'. She feels more at home in Ramsgate, where she lives now. I'm minded of a sense of belonging later, walking past the Red Lion, where a band covers Creep by Radiohead. 'I'm a weirdoooooo, what the hell am I doing here?' the singer wails. He's in good company. Plenty of weirdos in Ramsgate, thank heavens.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
City burger joint described as 'orgasmic' by TikTok star
THE Beefy Boys has featured on the page of a well-known TikToker from Hereford, with the food described as "close to orgasmic". With its signature smashed patties, crispy wings and loaded fries, the Beefy Boys is one of Hereford's most popular food spots. As well as the flagship Hereford restaurant, they have locations in Shrewsbury, Cheltenham and Bath. Read more Here's a look inside new Hereford pasta restaurant opening tomorrow I tried this new city cafe and this is what I thought Review: We tried this new Chinese takeaway A recent video by TikToker Tom Birchy, who is from Hereford, shows the star tucking into a pastrami boy burger, Nashville wings and pastrami fries. Tom was formerly a student at Hereford Sixth Form College, and often features Herefordshire and the surrounding area on his page. As he tried the Beefy Boys in one of his latest videos, he said: "This is the greatest burger joint in the whole entire universe." After taking a big bite of his pastrami boy burger, he said: "It is decadent, it is succulent, it is close to orgasmic." He said the wings were "yummy, spicy and gorgeous", while the fries were "tasty and fantastic". Tom has over half a million followers, with the Beefy Boys video racking up over 75,000 views. Commenters were also praising the popular burger restaurant, with Nick Higgins writing: "Beefy Boys is amazing. I drive for one hour to get a Beefy Boys in Hereford." Also in his trip back to his home city, Tom visited Wetherspoons and the Wellington, citing "Herefordshire supremacy" as he bought a whiskey and Coke for £1.25. Tom also visited Ross-on-Wye in the south of the county, and Ludlow just over the border in Shropshire, during his visit to the county.
Wales Online
5 days ago
- Business
- Wales Online
This Grade 2 listed building is up for sale in Swansea city centre
This Grade 2 listed building is up for sale in Swansea city centre The building is home to a number of businesses and organisations and was constructed in 1913 The YMCA building in Swansea (Image: Lambert Smith Hampton ) A historic building nestled at the heart of Swansea city centre has been put up for sale. The building is situated at 1 Kingsway and is also known as the YMCA building in Swansea. It consists of four storeys and enjoys a Grade two listed status. The building currently houses its namesake, the YMCA, Indian restaurant Desi Swaag, Wetherspoons, Tesco Express, Halifax, and more. As it is located in Swansea City Centre, the building is also close to the train station, which is a 15 minute walk away. The building has been listed for sale by the firm Lambert Smith Hampton , and is available for freehold at a price of £850,000. The building also houses a theatre (Image: Lambert Smith Hampton ) The firm said the building, which spans over 19,526 square feet or 1,814 square meters, was multi-let and generated an income of £155,388 annually and that this was set to increase with a new agreed lease to the YMCA over part of the building once the property is sold. The full terms of this will be agreed with the prospective buyer. Love dreamy Welsh homes? Sign up to our newsletter here The classroom/office space in the building (Image: Lambert Smith Hampton ) The building itself dates back to 1913 and is described by the agents as a 'substantial detached grade II Listed building.' In the particulars section of the listing it states: "The property is of brick external face with stone surround, the windows are generally single glazed with timber frame sash windows." The building's ground floor houses two commercial units that can be accessed from The Kingsway. The YMCA part of the building (Image: Lambert Smith Hampton ) Its main entrance consists of an entrance hallway, a gymnasium, ancillary space, office accommodation and access to the passenger lift and stairs. This too, is accessible from The Kingsway. On its first floor, the building has an office space, a dance studio and ancillary space, and provides access to the Llewellyn Hall Theatre. It enjoys a grade two listed status (Image: Lambert Smith Hampton ) Article continues below The second floor also has office accommodation and ancillary space, with the third floor housing a further office space and a sports hall. The Kingsway in Swansea is also home to other recent developments and projects including a 104,000 square feet posh office building at 71/72 Kingsway .
Daily Mail
7 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
UK's cheapest airport pint revealed - but can YOU guess the price and where it is?
Nothing says 'holiday mode' quite like a 9am pint - and for one in three Brits, the airport pub is the first stop after clearing security. A recent study highlighted the importance of a tipple before takeoff, with 75 per cent of UK holidaymakers admitting to sipping on a breakfast beer to get into the holiday spirit. But as the cost of living rises and tourists report going over budget by an average of £154 on their last holiday, many are hunting for ways to cut down spending on their next trip. Luckily, the UK airports where travellers can enjoy the cheapest pints and full English breakfasts, ready for a mid-morning nap on the plane, have been revealed. And, thanks to Wetherspoons, jetsetters departing from five major UK airports can still enjoy a pint for little over a fiver - a rare bargain in today's travel economy. In the study of over 140 UK airport bars and restaurants, it was surprisingly London that came out on top. Stansted Airport, London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Birmingham International and Edinburgh Airport all tie for the cheapest pint of either Coors Light or Bud Light at just £5.20. Not far behind is Glasgow Airport, where a pint of Tennent's Lager at Tennent's Pier Bar costs £6.25. Thanks to Wetherspoons, travellers departing from five major UK airports - including London Gatwick (pictured) can still enjoy a pint for little over a fiver In next place is Hithes London Bar and Eatery at London City Airport, where punters can indulge in a pint of Heineken for £6.95. Further up the scale, pints come at £6.15 at The Lion and Antelope (Manchester Airport), £6.99 at Sable & Co (Liverpool John Lennon Airport), £7.15 at Nolito (London Luton), and £7.39 at Quaystone Bar (Newcastle International). But, if a pint isn't on the cards, the study, carried out by WildPacks American Summer Camp, also looked at the price of hot breakfasts across UK airports. The cheapest place for this is Leon, at both London Heathrow and London Stansted, which serves up breakfast pots for as little as £6.29. This is followed by a Edinburgh's Black Sheep Coffee Wetherspoons, where a breakfast pot is available for £7.39, or a breakfast plate for £9.60. Meanwhile, at Benito's (London Luton), a Full English can be purchased for £7.50, along with Tap & Brew (Cardiff) for £8.99, and Wetherspoons (Birmingham) for £9.60. However, if you're departing from Manchester Airport, London City Airport or Newcastle Airport, expect to pay more, as Full English breakfasts go for as much as £16.95 per portion. In light of the study's findings, Wildpacks' experts have shared practical tips for cutting costs before you even leave the ground. They advise holidaymakers to bring their own snacks and bottle, as most airports allow solid food through security, and water can be refilled for free after security. It's also important to eat before you leave to spent less on overpriced terminal food and check prices online before falling for 'discounted' goods at duty-free. Avoid travel-sized toiletries, use reusable bottles, pack smart and check in online, as this helps travellers dodge those extra airline charges - and they've got more chance of sitting with loved ones. WildPacks founder Jamie Fraiser adds: 'We know an Airport pint has become a rite of passage before a big trip - like spending a summer abroad. 'But with such a discrepancy between venues, it really does pay to know where is the cheapest in every terminal.'
