The Grapes

07/10/2026

Britain’s pubs are worth up to £30 billion in wellbeing value to communities across the UK. But rising costs and high taxes are putting pressure on pubs that bring people together.

This Week of Action, join the campaign today and tell your MP to keep pubs open and pints affordable.

https://www.longlivethelocal.pub/letter 🍍

25/09/2026

Actress Daisy Edgar-Jones filmed 🎥 a promo for her new film, Sense and Sensibility in our Canonbury pub, The Marquess Tavern for Vogue 🥰

The team at Vogue were searching for a shooting location that oozes class, was timeless and in-keeping with the theme of the movie... so where else were they going to film?! 😏

Take a look at the promo - Daisy is in character as Elinor Dashwood throughout!

Sense and Sensibility hits cinemas TODAY! 🎬Why not pop into The Marquess Tavern to wash down your popcorn! 🍿🍷

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22/09/2026

We're on board, are you?

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21/09/2026

This pub is a gem! 💎

The Wig & Mitre in Lincoln's Cathedral Quarter has reopened following a £100k investment. ⛪

Anne-Marie and Paul Balcomb have taken on the 14th century pub... "We’re thrilled to take control of such an iconic pub and can’t wait to meet all of our wonderful guests" ❤️

📷 Courtesy of Tory McTernan

17/09/2026

Welcome to The Buck Inn 🦌

New Management Partner Adrian McShane-Chapman has taken over the Thornton-le-Dale pub following a whopping £490k investment 🤑

🗨️ “I arrived in the UK 22 years ago from Australia, armed with just a backpack and no real plan... I’ve dipped in and out of hospitality over that time but the fire inside me to run my own pub burned bright.” - Adrian

If you're in Yorkshire, pay Adrian and his team a visit and check out this stunning pub for yourselves. 🤩

15/09/2026

Rory takes the keys to the refurbished Cross Keys pub in Nottingham! 🗝️

Our new Management Partner Rory Calladine has taken the reins at the popular city centre pub following a £100,000 investment.

🗨️"I was instantly drawn to the pub and as soon I discovered it was available in a partnership with Punch, I jumped at the chance." 🍍

Regular guests at The Cross Keys will instantly notice the pub’s traditional feel and special characteristics have been retained throughout but that a complete refresh has taken place. 💫

11/09/2026

We have reopened the Keyworth Tavern following a quarter-of-a-million refurbishment 🔥

The Keyworth pub in Nottingham, run by our Management Partner John Francis, had been closed for 5 weeks while we tore out the bar, stripped the pub back and replaced everything with new, modern furnishings. 🤩

Great work by everyone involved in the transformation 🥂

08/09/2026

Our final bingo night until we re open. Please come and join in the fun. 7pm onwards

07/09/2026

06/09/2026

🍇❤️ A HUGE THANK YOU FROM US AT THE GRAPES ❤️🍇
Well, the time has come for us to let you all know that The Grapes will be temporarily closing its doors while some much-needed work is carried out on the pub.
It has been a pretty hectic time for us, and we honestly couldn't have got through the last few months without the amazing support we've had from everyone who has continued to come through our doors and support The Grapes.
Even with all the scaffolding, building work and everything going on outside, you've still continued to come in, have a drink, enjoy yourselves and support us. That really does mean the world to us. ❤️
Unfortunately, the problems we've been having with the roof have now become a safety concern, so we have to close while the work is carried out. It's not a decision we've taken lightly, but it's something that needs to be done.
🍻 OUR FINAL WEEK BEFORE CLOSING 🍻
We'd love you to join us throughout our final week and help us make it one to remember!
🔮 WEDNESDAY 9TH SEPTEMBER — PSYCHIC NIGHT 🔮
🎱 THURSDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER — BINGO NIGHT 🎱
🎤 SATURDAY 12TH SEPTEMBER — LIVE ENTERTAINMENT FROM 6PM! 🎤
We've got two fantastic female singers joining us on Saturday, with entertainment running throughout the night. It's going to be a really good night, and we'd love to see as many of you as possible there to enjoy it with us! 🍻🎶
And then...
❤️ SUNDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER — OUR FINAL DAY ❤️
Sunday 13th will be our last day of trading before we close our doors on Monday 14th September. We also thank our staff for still carrying on and backing us through all the madness happening in the background, working longer hrs for us. We couldnt have got through this move without you. Seriously its meant so much. Thanks guys x.
So if you've been meaning to come down and see us before the closure, please come and join us during our final week. Let's have some great nights together and give The Grapes the send-off it deserves! 🍻❤️. ###

03/09/2026

Guys anyone booked for Jason on wednesday if you are wanting food please let me know ASAP as we will be doing last service 5.30 . Plenty of time to finsh before going in the room. Food will have to be booked in before tuesday. Thanks guys.

03/09/2026

We're quite fond of it too, Prime Minister! The Dog House

30/08/2026

Guys dont forget anyone whants to see Jason on the 9th. With his spirits on another kind lol. While you have a spirit or 2 of your kind . You need to come in leave your cash payment to guarantee the seat. Not long now. For those of you that havent seen Jason Rothell before your in for a treat . He is really good. See you all soon guys.

28/08/2026

Our Publican Beth at The Beeswing Inn 2013 has raised circa £250K for charity 😍 so if you're in the area this weekend, pop in and enjoy the music, food and drink!

Well done Beth!! 🥳

The Beeswing in East Cowton is hosting its 13th ‘Glastonbury’ festival to raise money for end of life care at a nearby hospital.

27/08/2026

Eyes down look in. Whos in the winning seat tonight then. ?

27/08/2026

Newly married couple Gareth and Jamie Furness have take the over The Bay Horse Inn in Pickering. 🔔

The pub has received a £400,000 investment and Gareth says it has been very well received by locals. 😃

“We are seeing more locals returning to the pub, faces that haven't been seen here for many years and we are seeing them on a regular basis... The refurb has really put The Bay Horse Inn back on the map and firmly at the heart of the Pickering community.” ❤️

Well done to everyone involved in this brilliant transformation 👏

25/08/2026

This friday. Get yah dancing shoes on. Or just kick back n chill to some great .

24/08/2026

Dont forget guys an hr before the game., during , after. Get yourselves down here.

23/08/2026

Calling everyone thats interested in seeing jJason our medium on 9th sep. You need to call in the pub yo pay £10 cash so you seat is booked. Please get booked eary to avoid dissapointment. Thanks guys.

13/08/2026

I hope your heading down now. He's on his way now for our bingo night .
So come on guys get those dabbers out. Whos gonna be in a lucky seat tonight. Xx