Is Your Cider Offering Summer-Ready?
With long summer evenings, sports screenings and a packed events calendar driving footfall, now’s the time to get your cider range into peak condition. Cider continues to outperform beer and lager at the bar – particularly with younger drinkers – and with the warmer months encouraging longer stays and increased rounds, the right cider line-up […]
From Sunday Roasts to Lion Roars: Capitalising on Major Sporting Events
The British & Irish Lions Tour is in full swing and Wimbledon is captivating audiences across the UK, offering pubs a prime opportunity to harness the power of sport to drive revenue. With fans craving shared experiences, good food, and cold drinks, sporting events present the perfect backdrop for boosting footfall, increasing dwell time, and […]
Pubs in Peak Season: Margin Wins & Operational Sins
For pubs across the UK, July is a critical trading period. With school holidays, summer tourists, major sporting fixtures, and cultural celebrations in full swing, it’s one of the most profitable months on the calendar – but also one of the riskiest. At Capcon, we’ve spent decades supporting hospitality operators during high-pressure periods. Our stock […]
Right to Work Checks: Don’t Let Summer Staffing Leave You Exposed
As the sun shines brighter and the summer brings an influx of guests, pubs and small hotels across the UK are ramping up operations to meet seasonal demand. To cope with the surge, many venues rely on temporary and agency staff to keep up with increased footfall and ensure quality service. But amid the rush […]
Summer Service: Small Hotels, Big Expectations
The UK summer holiday season brings with it a surge in domestic travel. With many families, couples, and solo adventurers opting for staycations over foreign getaways, small hotels across the country find themselves in high demand. While this is undoubtedly a lucrative opportunity, it also comes with considerable pressure. Guests expect exceptional service, spotless facilities, […]
UK Hospitality in July: Managing Risk and Maximising Profit During Peak Season
July is one of the busiest months in the UK hospitality calendar. With a packed programme of cultural events, major sporting fixtures and seasonal promotions, operators have a unique opportunity to drive revenue. But increased footfall also brings increased risk – from compliance failures and staffing pressures to inventory loss and margin erosion. Here’s a […]
The Leaner Menu: How UK Pubs Are Slimming Down to Boost Efficiency
In response to rising operating costs and labour pressures, many UK pubs are streamlining their menus – focusing on fewer dishes, faster service, reduced waste, and improved margins. Findings from the Lumina Menu Tracker show that pubs which cut menu items gain operational efficiency and protect profitability. Why Lean Menus Work Speeding Up Kitchen Operations […]
Failure to Prevent Fraud: A Wake-Up Call for UK Business Leaders
On 1 September 2025, a new chapter in UK corporate accountability begins. The Failure to Prevent Fraud offence, introduced under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023, will come into effect – and it represents one of the most significant shifts in corporate criminal liability in decades. Ken Dulieu, Chairman of Capcon and Head […]
Good Leadership Qualities for 2025 – Events Manager
In hospitality, few roles test leadership like events management. From banquets to conferences, weddings to corporate launches, Events Managers carry enormous responsibility – coordinating people, suppliers, and client expectations, while protecting both guest experience and financial margin. As we head through 2025, these pressures continue to evolve: tighter budgets, heightened guest expectations, labour shortages, and […]
Government Calls Time on Red Tape for Hospitality – A Welcome Boost for the Sector
The UK Government has announced new measures to reduce regulatory burdens for pubs, clubs and restaurants — a move widely welcomed by the hospitality industry. In a bid to revive and futureproof the night-time economy, ministers have committed to streamlining licensing processes, supporting alfresco dining, and giving more power to mayors to override unfair planning […]