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How Midweek Community Events Are Making Pubs More Inclusive – With Low & No Options
From vinyl nights to ‘Pints & Ponytails’, pubs are reinventing quiet midweek evenings with creative events that put community connection first. Discover how art sessions, family-friendly workshops and even Lego meet-ups are drawing people in for the experience, not just the alcohol – with low and no-alcohol options helping more guests feel welcome.
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