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TROOPER BEER OFFICIAL LAUNCH

The 9th of May 2013 was certainly a day to remember in Robinsons staggering 175 year legacy as they expected a product launch like no other before … and they were not disappointed! With a reception attended by over 100 influential brewing trade representatives from both the UK and … [Read more...]

APRIL SALES AFFECTED BY EARLY EASTER

April figures from the BRC-KPMG Retail Sales Monitor have shown UK retail sales values were down 2.2% on a like-for-like basis from April 2012, when they had declined 3.3% on the preceding year. On a total basis, sales were down 0.6%, against a 1.0% decline in April 2012. The British Retail … [Read more...]

STOCKPORT MARKET PULLING IN THE CROWDS

Stockport's famous market area is fast becoming a top weekend attraction pulling in visitors from all across the North West. The variety of events is assuring that a steady stream of new shoppers of all ages are taking part including such as the vintage markets, the teenage markets and last … [Read more...]

ROBINSONS HOST RECRUITMENT OPEN DAY

Stockport based family brewer Robinsons are holding a Recruitment Open Day on Monday 13th May at their brand new visitor centre, Aspley Street in Stockport. Robinsons, who this year celebrate 175 years in Stockport, are inviting would-be tenants to join them at the brewery to learn more about … [Read more...]

HISTORY IN THE MAKING AS VIRTUAL BEER SALES SOAR

Cheshire family brewers Robinsons are launching Iron Maiden’s new Trooper ale, developed and produced with a 'hands on' approach from lead singer Bruce Dickinson.  This is the brewers second move in developing a beer in conjunction with a global band and follows the earlier launch of … [Read more...]

ROBINSONS PUB SCOOPS ‘BEST IN CHESHIRE’

Stockport brewery and pub chain Robinsons' pub, the George and Dragon in Holmes Chapel, has been awarded the title of the 'Best Pub in Cheshire' at the 2013 Chester and Cheshire Food and Drink Awards. The George and Dragon, which also won the Bronze award for Excellence in Customer Service, was … [Read more...]

RETAIL SEARCHES ON TABLETS UP 198 PERCENT

In the first quarter of 2013, Google and the British Retail Consortium are reporting search volumes on tablet devices outpaced those on any other device, increasing 198% compared with growth on smartphone devices of 66%. Total search volumes grew fastest for homewares, up 34% year-on-year. … [Read more...]

RETAIL SALES BOOSTED BY EARLY EASTER

The British Retail Consortium are this morning reporting UK retail sales values are up nearly 2% on this time last year and overall encouraging results for the first quarter. But not all sectors are celebrating; the prolonged spell of cold weather persuaded shoppers to spend more on 'comfort' … [Read more...]

STOCKPORT HMV STORE SAVED FROM CLOSURE

141 HMV stores, including those in Stockport and Manchester, have been saved from closure having been bought out of administration by Hilco, the specialist restructuring firm. Hilco completed the £50m purchase today (Friday) of a proportion of retailer HMV for £50m from administrators … [Read more...]

NON-FOOD PRICES RISE FOR FIRST TIME IN 15 MONTHS

The British Retail Consortium - the BRC - has reported that overall shop price inflation rose to 1.4% in March from 1.1% in February. Food inflation was unchanged at 3.5% in March. Non-food inflation rose 0.2% in March compared with a 0.4% fall in February, the highest rate and the first positive … [Read more...]

ROBINSON’S ADAPT 007 TACTICS FOR PERFECT PUB PLAN

Robinson's,  family brewers in Stockport for 175 years, have taken a fresh approach to addressing standards within their retail pub estate by engaging with 'secret agents' to get a more accurate  feel for their customers and their pubs.  Following the success of a similar mystery … [Read more...]

FEBRUARY RETAIL FIGURES MORE OPTIMISTIC

Official retail figures, released on Thursday 21st March by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), show that sales growth continued to build in February after an encouraging start to the year. Excluding fuel, the ONS numbers show the total value of sales (not seasonally adjusted) was 4.1 per … [Read more...]