World Cup

Pubs and restaurants boost growth as economy expands by 0.1%

13-Jan-2023 By James McAllister

The UK economy grew unexpectedly in November last year, primarily thanks to a boost in pub and restaurant sales caused by people going out to watch the World Cup.

BrewDog accused of hypocrisy over World Cup 'anti-sponsorship' campaign

09-Nov-2022 By James McAllister

BrewDog's new 'anti-sponsorship' campaign of the Qatar World Cup has been labelled as 'empty self promotion' after it was revealed the group would continue to show matches at its venues.

Flat June sales for restaurants despite #WorldCup2014

17-Jul-2014 By Carina Perkins

Managed pub and restaurant groups’ collective like-for-like sales grew just 0.4 per cent in June, according to the Coffer Peach Business Tracker.

£431m sales boost expected if England makes #WorldCup2014 final

05-Jun-2014 By Melodie Michel

Consumers are expected to spend £431m in pubs, cafes and clubs if England plays in the World Cup final, according to research by VoucherCodes.co.uk.

#WorldCup2014: What’s the hospitality industry doing?

12-May-2014 By Lauren Houghton

With one month to go now until the 2014 Football World Cup in Brazil we have put together a round-up of how businesses in the hospitality industry are planning to participate in the celebrations.

Extra time: Pub hours extended for World Cup matches

01-Apr-2014 By Luke Nicholls

The Government has taken heed of the overwhelming pressure from the British pub industry to allow venues to stay open late during England's World Cup matches. 

Government does U-turn on World Cup licensing

03-Feb-2014 By Carina Perkins

The government has made a U-turn on World Cup licensing, and will consult on whether to extend pub opening hours during the football tournament this summer.

Pub industry wants extended licensing hours for World Cup 2014

04-Nov-2013 By Luke Nicholls

The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) is calling on the Government to offer greater flexibility on licensing hours for the World Cup 2014, with some games set to kick off as late as 11pm UK time.

‘Super Tuesday’ for pubs: Three councils vote against EMRO plans

16-Oct-2013 By Luke Nicholls

Retailers have today welcomed decisions from three local authorities to ‘see sense’ and vote against the imposition of Early Morning Restriction Orders (EMROs) on licensed premises.

England lose bid to host 2018 World Cup to Russia

02-Dec-2010 By Becky Paskin

England’s 2018 World Cup bid has been lost to Russia, an opportunity that would have boosted the UK economy by £3.2bn.

FIFA World Cup: What you’re doing

28-May-2010 By Becky Paskin

Any pub, restaurant or hotel screening the World Cup games is sure to see a boost in trade over the summer, but how can you ensure you have the edge over the competition?

The FIFA World Cup 2010: Licensing

27-May-2010 By Chris Druce

Graeme Cushion at licensing solicitors Poppleston Allen gives his advice on enjoying a profitable and successful World Cup that remains within the law.

FIFA Word Cup 2010: Technology

26-May-2010 By Chris Druce

The FIFA World Cup 2010 will command a global TV audience of millions, and although many will watch it at home, restaurants and pubs can create a carnival atmosphere with the right equipment in place to show the games.

FIFA World Cup 2010: Boost venue appeal by utilising space

25-May-2010 By Becky Paskin

It may be all too tempting to turn your business into a World Cup party zone, but the true winners from the competition will be those who can successfully separate their original business concept from the football.

FIFA World Cup 2010: The World Cup opportunity

24-May-2010 By Chris Druce

The FIFA World Cup 2010 kicks off on 11 June in South Africa with 32 teams battling for football’s greatest accolade. BigHospitality takes a look at the opportunties it presents.