Is there a more British tradition than celebrating a national event in the pub? I would personally argue no. As the Platinum Jubilee nears, the anticipation grows. With more and more people planning to spend the weekend in the hot weather, the traditional pub is always an option for many with an emphasis placed on relaxing with friends and patrons during this special time. Celebrating the Queen’s 70-year reign as the head of state is an occasion that will only happen once and commemorating this event will be a landmark date for Britain. Combining the hot weather and lack of social activities in the last 3 years provides us with perfect reasoning for a pub celebration.
Disposable Glassware
It should come as no surprise by now that one of the main issues pub-goers want to see eradicated is the use of plastic cups. A survey undertaken in 2022 noted that 89% of Brits want plastic cups banned. Using eco-friendly disposable glassware is a sure-fire way to please patrons as well as local government and pressure groups. The need for disposable glassware has increased dramatically in the last 5 years and this year is no different (in fact one of the main themes regarding the Platinum Jubilee is the need for eco-friendly alternatives.). With eco-friendly being one of the key features of the event it would only be right if your pub matched the spirit. It remains the case that eco-friendly glassware should be a prominent part of a pub’s stock for the upcoming celebrations. Here at Alliance Online, we would highly recommend the Plastico disposable glassware range that perfectly matches the healthy planet theme of the Platinum Jubilee.
Traditionally British
Recently the notion of celebrating an event adorned in a Union Jack-styled setting is seen by some as being cheesy and off-putting, however we would beg to differ on this topic. Utilising traditional British themes would be a brilliant way of setting the appropriate atmosphere for a long-established celebration such as the Queen’s Jubilee. One of the biggest trends of 2022 is the vintage atmosphere many pubs and bars are looking to create through the use of retro tableware and glassware choices. This trend can be incorporated effectively in a pub through traditional 20th century style British tableware. Here at Alliance Online, we understand finding a 20th century inspired tableware design that is a perfect fit for a British pub can be daunting, however don’t fret for we would highly recommend our oval fast-food baskets and our folding paper parasols that are designed to fit the British theme adequately.
Union Jack Tableware
When it comes to the various choices pub owners have in regards to napkins and tablecloths it can be difficult finding the ideal option for your setting. One of the most popular tableware trends of 2022 is the re-emergence of block-coloured napkins, tablecloths and covers. The usage of reds, whites and blues in a traditional pub has been on the rise since the re-opening of shops, the main idea for this lies in the average consumer wanting to be surrounded by vibrant and upbeat tableware styles after a gloomy 2-year period. These kinds of colours and themes are perfect for celebrating the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, with tableware choices becoming more important to the customer it is imperative that your pub understands the desires of the consumer. We at Alliance Online fully appreciate the nuances and details that go into choosing tableware for a pub and we would urge you to peruse our Blue, Red and White napkins and Tablecovers.
Polycarbonate Glassware
Perfect for a pub, one of the fasting growing trends surrounding the tableware industry is the demand for polycarbonate. In the current market, polycarbonate is seeing a huge growth in popularity. The lightweight nature and far higher impact resistance makes the polycarbonate glassware perfect for any pub. As well as providing durability to service, the polycarbonate glassware will add an elegance to a pub that ideally suits the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee theme. It can be argued that polycarbonate is the future of glassware due to the energy conservation features and sleek design. Here at Alliance Online, we would strongly urge any pub to invest heavily in polycarbonate glassware. One suggestion we would make is the Utopia polycarbonate Tulip beer glass. A sturdy design that doesn’t compromise on appearance.
Concessions For Commemorations
One of the main reasons why many people are planning to celebrate in a pub is due to the concessions that are being made to allow for a better Jubilee for everyone. One of these being later closing times across England and Wales with an extra two hours being allowed for on the bank holiday between the 2nd and the 4th of June. Along with the later closing times, many pubs are planning to celebrate the event with parties or themed events. For pubs that are looking to sell coffee during the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations it should be noted that you don’t need to have fully trained baristas in your staff if you have a complete automatic coffee machine. If you are wondering why anyone would want a coffee machine during the heat of the summer, it is simple, iced coffee. One of the most popular trends of 2022 in beverages is iced coffee, the demand for the drink has risen exponentially in the last couple of years with some pubs such as Wetherspoons taking advantage of this rise.
Here at Alliance Online we understand the attention to detail and planning that will go into providing a high-quality celebratory setting for customers. It remains important that pub owners respect the guidelines set by the government for England and Wales. For further information regarding the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and the guidelines that have been put in place please refer to GOV.uk.
