Pubs & Bars Procurement Solutions
Stocking Up for a Great Time
Pubs and bars are the heart of communities across the UK, offering a place to socialise, relax, and enjoy a drink with friends. Running a successful pub or bar requires more than just a well-stocked cellar; it demands efficient operations, cost control, and a reliable supply of essential non-food consumables.
United UK understands the unique needs of this sector and offers tailored procurement solutions to support your business.
Understanding the Pubs & Bars Landscape
Consumers are increasingly discerning
The UK pub and bar scene is dynamic and diverse, ranging from traditional pubs to trendy bars and nightclubs. Consumer preferences are constantly evolving, with a growing demand for premium drinks, craft beers, and unique experiences, making it essential to appeal to the right audience.
Key trends
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Premiumisation, craft beverages, and unique experiences are driving demand. Sustainability and responsible practices are also becoming increasingly important.
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Pubs and bars must adapt to these trends while managing costs, maintaining a welcoming and audience-targeted atmosphere, and ensuring responsible service.
United UK are great to work with; they always endeavour to support our projects and deliver excellent service. Our Account Manager and the United team are always friendly and professional and do their best to support the needs of our business.”
St Austell Brewery
Image: Hicks Bar, St Austell Brewery
Managing peak service times without supply shortages
Busy venues need fast access to glassware, bar consumables, and cleaning products to keep up with demand.
→ United UK Solution:
With UnitedHub, pubs and bars can consolidate all their non-food essentials—barware, hygiene supplies, staff uniforms, and venue branding—into a single, streamlined procurement process.
Sustainable drinking experiences
Branded menus, signage, and staff uniforms create a memorable experience, but managing design, ordering, and stock control can be a hassle.
→ United UK Solution:
We take care of branded merchandise, signage, and workwear, ensuring consistency and availability and enabling you to create the perfect environment for different audience groups.
Keeping front-of-house and back-of-house running
Reliable stock levels of consumables like glassware, facilities supplies, and maintenance essentials are critical, but inconsistent supply chains create disruption.
→ United UK Solution:
We provide a dependable, one-stop supply chain for catering supplies and equipment, as well as cleaning supplies for pubs and bars, ensuring essential items are always available, reducing downtime and last-minute scrambling.
Partner with United UK to stock up for success