Our blog about all things peachy
After a busy 2017 focusing on my wedding in October, I have to admit, I was daunted by 2018. What was I going to do with all the time I had previously dedicated to wedmin? So, in December last year, to combat the wedding blues, I set myself monthly challenges for 2018. From skiing to … Continued
The High Field gastropub in Edgbaston, Birmingham, has enjoyed a double celebration last week, after coming away from the Food Awards England 2019 awards with not one, but two trophies. The High Field was named Midlands Gastro Pub of the Year as well as the second best Gastropub in the whole of the country, at … Continued
The Bigger Peach Promise number 7 is “We support our community and charities.” “On 3rd October 2021, I will be running the London Marathon in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. Many think I am crazy and ask why on earth I’d put myself through this but there’s only one simple answer; the sense of achievement … Continued
It’s shaping up to be a cracking year for Peach. Winning best place to work in hospitality for the fifth year running last October, and, now The Embankment, The Thatch and The High Field are all award winners too. Individuality within our pubs leads to their success, and these pubs have recently been awarded for … Continued
When we first explored the world of bourbon for our Autumn drinks list, we thought of it as a cosy sipping liquor. But this Summer, we’ve been enjoying it in all manner of long drinks – and they’ve been so good, we just had to share. Bourbon started out as a way for arable farmers … Continued
Tuesday 23rd October – The High Field Studio, Edgbaston If you’re vegetarian, a vegan or just love food, don’t miss a fantastic feast at The High Field Studio this month. For one night only, Tuesday 23rd October, executive chef and author Daniel Acevedo from London’s Mildreds will be teaming up with The High Field Head Chef … Continued
We’re super proud to have been named in The Sunday Times 100 Best Companies list for the third year running. Being crowned number 48 in the 19th annual edition of the list is really special for us as it ranks some of the best businesses in the country to work for, based on the opinions … Continued
So here are I am – one month in. Am I ‘Peachy’ yet? Well, I’ve learnt the values, now I just need to make sure I put them into practice! Something tells me though that I still have a lot to learn before I become truly ‘Peachy’. My first few weeks have gone by at … Continued
Last night we were blown away to receive ‘The Best Employer Award’ at the Springboard UK Awards 2016. What a lovely, unexpected surprise for doing what we love every day with Peachy People! This is the 8th time we’ve been recognised and awarded ‘Best Employer’ by a number of leading Hospitality Organisations. Springboard UK is … Continued
Making Life Peachy for team and guests has always been at the core of what we do. But as we become more and more aware of how we can better look after the planet, we realised we needed to broaden what this meant for us. Bigger Peach team was formed in 2019 to drive our … Continued