50 h. ago Iconic Glasgow cocktail bar confirms opening of second venue with a 'twist'

The new venue is set to offer everything from coffee mornings to late night drinks and DJ sessions.

Politics

57 h. ago Banning solo drinkers from bars is only going to add to the loneliness crisis

As a cocktail bar defends its policy to prohibit anyone without friends from entering under the guise of ‘safety’, Helen Coffey wonders whether it hails the death of socialising with strangers

Events

2 d. ago Bar owner ‘won’t apologise’ for banning solo drinkers despite ‘furore’

Carl Peters, who runs cocktail bar Alibi, defended his policy after being criticised

Events

3 d. ago Urgent warning to tourists as 11 more countries found to serve poisonous alcoholic drinks

Many holidaymakers enjoy sipping a cocktail on the beach or trying a new drink at a bar during their travels.

Events

4 d. ago Cosmopolitan or Old Fashioned? Cocktail bar BANS single drinkers to stop them 'mithering' groups

Carl Peters, proprietor of Alibi, in Altrincham, Greater Manchester, said he had taken the decision to stop 'single' people coming into his bar after 9pm.

Politics

4 d. ago Cocktail bar owner stands by ban on solo drinkers, Stone Island, and customers with 'roadman vibes'

Many have criticised the policy on social media - but the owner is not backing down

Economics

4 d. ago Pulp announce 2026 Wythenshawe Park show with huge support act

Pulp have confirmed a huge show at the outdoor venue for next summer - how to get tickets

Politics

5 d. ago Speeding driver who was 'really drunk' killed grandad in horror 91mph crash

Callum Fox, 29, had six or seven drinks at a cocktail bar in Paisley when he struck Jim Paterson as he crossed the road.

Events

5 d. ago Woman dies after collapsing on 'Motown night' dancefloor in Sheffield celebrating birthday

Eckington Civic Centre, a Sheffield events venue, confirmed the death of a woman who collapsed on the dancefloor as she celebrated her 69th birthday on November 15

Events

8 d. ago Glasgow Lush to host 'winter grotto' as Scots can meet iconic characters

Find out how to book this magical winter experience just below.

Politics

1 week ago London confirmed as venue for Speed Chess Championship Finals

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Sport

1 week ago Noughties rock favourites announce major update for fans ahead of Glasgow show

FANS of a major rock band have been given a vital update about their Glasgow show. Noughties icons The Hives were due to perform for music lovers at the OVO Hydro. They were set to take to the stage at the arena on November 26. But concert-goers were sent an email by promoters telling them...

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2 w. ago Manchester cocktail bar brawl leaves woman needing stitches as 'glasses used as weapons'

A fight involving 'at least' six men broke out inside Manahatta cocktail bar in Manchester city centre, with glasses thrown 'indiscriminately' and chairs 'used as weapons'

Events

2 w. ago Nick Kyrgios v Aryna Sabalenka: Everything we know about ‘Battle of the Sexes’ tennis exhibition

Sabalenka and Kyrgios will meet in Dubai on Sunday December 28 after a date and venue for the ‘Battle of the Sexes’ clash was confirmed

Events

3 w. ago Team behind 'cosy' Highland bar to open French Brasserie Babette in Inverness

The Heron House Group, the hospitality team behind The Drouthy Cobbler in Elgin and Bonnie Beastie in Forres, is set to launch its latest venture, Babette, a new restaurant and cocktail bar in Inverness. Rosalind Erskine spoke to co-owner Kevin Smith about the challenges, and hopes, for the new venue.

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3 w. ago Mum dies after drinking 'poisoned' margarita cocktail on bar date

Mum-of-three and teacher, Holly Hill, died two years after drinking a margarita cocktail, which was allegedly 'poisoned' with 'industrial cleaning solution'.

Events

3 w. ago Landmark Glasgow cinema billed as world’s tallest gets new owner and opening date

“The Renfrew Street cinema is one of Glasgow’s most iconic cultural landmarks and a cornerstone of the wider UK cinema industry” – Paul John Anderson, Omniplex Cinemas

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