Increasing drink prices was last resort - landlady
Summary
A pub in Staffordshire, Charlie Bassetts, has increased drink prices because rising supplier costs and bills made it hard to stay open. The owner, Laura Ball, said raising prices was a last option after trying to save money by reducing staff and cutting hours.Key Facts
- Charlie Bassetts pub is in Dilhorne, Staffordshire.
- Drink prices rose due to higher supplier costs and increased bills.
- The pub tried saving money by cutting staff and closing food service on Mondays before raising prices.
- Customers understand the price increase, and some see it as a good deal compared to prices in the south of England.
- The pub has a campsite that brings in customers from different areas.
- The hospitality industry in England has a 15% discount on business rates starting this month, with no increases for two years.
- Laura Ball said only three or four months of the year bring good earnings for the pub.
- The upcoming men’s football World Cup and extended opening hours offer some hope to pubs, but challenges remain.
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