From Behind the Bar
Brighton's craft beer scene, what's pouring, who's parked outside, and the odd word on running an independent taproom in Fiveways.
27 October 2026
How to work out a venue's real capacity: UK floor-area factors, exit widths, layouts, a worked example and what to ask a Brighton venue before you book.
Read the Post: Venue Capacity Guide: How Many Guests Fit Safely
26 October 2026
Where to park near Fiveways, Brighton: Zone F street parking prices, the Preston Park car park, what to check on the signs and how to plan a visit to us.
Read the Post: Parking in Fiveways, Brighton: Where to Park and What It Costs
25 October 2026
A local guide to Fiveways, Brighton: how to get there, what the neighbourhood is like, community events, Sussex beer and party planning on Ditchling Road.
Read the Post: Fiveways Brighton Guide: Where to Go, Eat and Drink
24 October 2026
How bar tabs work in UK pubs and bars: when to ask, what happens to your card, how to track the total, split rounds, close up and fix mistakes.
Read the Post: Bar Tab Etiquette in the UK: How to Run One Without Awkwardness
23 October 2026
Can children go into pubs in the UK? What the law says about under-16s, 16 and 17-year-olds, the bar and beer gardens, plus how to check a pub's own rules.
Read the Post: Children in Pubs in the UK: What the Law Actually Says
22 October 2026
Thinking of bringing your own cake to a pub, bar or hired venue? Here is what fees, storage and allergen rules to expect, and what to ask first.
Read the Post: Bring Your Own Cake: What Venues Allow and What to Ask
14 October 2026
Pair street food with sparkling wine, crisp whites, Riesling, rosé, or light reds. Get quick swaps and serving tips for easy takeaway nights at home.
Read the Post: 7 Wine Styles for Street Food, With Easy Takeaway Swaps
13 October 2026
Explore East Sussex breweries through taproom stops, brewery tours, two day routes and seasonal events, with practical tips on planning and what to expect.
Read the Post: East Sussex Breweries: Two Day Trips for Taprooms, Tours, and Events
12 October 2026
Spot brown ale’s nutty, caramel notes, compare three styles, and choose a pint with guidance from BJCP, CAMRA, Brewers Association, and taproom experience.
Read the Post: Brown Ale: 3 Styles and How to Choose Your First Pint
11 October 2026
See how ABV and serving size determine UK alcohol units, why a pint can reach 3 units, and how to check drink strength on a taproom menu before ordering.
Read the Post: Alcohol Units in the UK: Why a Taproom Pint Can Top 3 Units
10 October 2026
Find wine styles that match familiar beers, from crisp lagers to hazy IPAs. Explore eight approachable picks and a short tasting routine at Lost And Found.
Read the Post: Wine for beer drinkers: 8 styles explained in beer terms
9 October 2026
Explore saison beer through BJCP strength bands, yeast driven flavor, brewing advice, and tasting steps, plus a Lost And Found taproom brief to try in person.
Read the Post: Saison Beer: Why Yeast Makes It Dry, Fruity, and PepperyShowing 12 of 103
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