March 2016 marks a decade of my life spent running pubs and five years running my own pub business. I'd like to think I know a thing or two about running a proper pub. When I say a proper pub, I mean just that. A proper pub shouldn't be a social club, sports club or a restaurant. It's a special space, with personality and a heart. 1. Allow dogs in the public bar 2. Open before noon 3. Have a proper fire 4. Offer a bar snack menu 5. Have a website 6. Have at least one local ale on 7. Have a community notice board 8. Serve Sunday lunches 9. Serve a pie in winter 10. Have porkscratchings 11. Use the local butcher or farmer 12. Have at least one pub pet 13. Have space designated for families 14. Serve ice 15. Use a bell to call last orders 16. Serve at least one French and New world wine by the glass. 17. Have a vegetarian and vegan option on their menu 18. Have jugs with a handle 19. Have at least one old photo of the pub. 20. Have a dart board 21. Offer a friendly welcome 2...
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