The Candlemaker

23/10/2026

🎶 BOOTS HiFi is bringing the vibes to The Candlemaker! 🔥 Join us this Saturday, 24th October, for an evening of great music, good people and unbeatable party energy. Music selection from 7:30pm till late — Battersea, let’s make it a night to remember! 💃🕺

📍 The Candlemaker, 136 Battersea High Street, SW11 3JR

22/10/2026

🔥 BATTERSEA, GET READY! 🔥

Get ready for a night of incredible music, big energy, and unforgettable vibes as DJ BEAVIS takes over The Candlemaker! 🎧🔊

📅 Friday 23rd October 2026
⏰ From 7:30 PM
📍 The Candlemaker, 136 Battersea High Street, London, SW11 3JR

Expect great tunes, good vibes, and an atmosphere that will keep you moving all night long! Bring your friends, bring your energy, and get ready to make it a night to remember.

🚨 DON’T MISS IT — DJ BEAVIS IS IN THE HOUSE! 🚨

20/10/2026

Under the warm glow of candlelight, voices gather at The Candlemaker this Wednesday.

From first-timers to seasoned performers, everyone finds their moment on the mic.

The night hums with connection, expression, and a shared love for the arts.

The Candlemaker
136 Battersea High Street
SW11 3JR

20/10/2026

At Punch, we're proud to see young talent thrive across our pubs and support teams. From first jobs to leadership roles, remains one of the UK's greatest industries for developing skills, building confidence and creating rewarding careers.

That's why we're backing a hospitality-wide call to Government ahead of the Budget, championing the sector's ability to create jobs and opportunities for young people.

Hear Harry Bourne's story and why he's proud to support this message.

19/10/2026

♠️ THE TABLE IS SET. THE CARDS ARE READY. THE STAKES ARE ON. ♥️

Tomorrow night, the people gather for a night of poker, poker faces, big bluffs, and even bigger egos! 🃏🔥

🕖 7 PM sharp — chips on the table, drinks poured, and the banter flowing.

Will you play it safe or go all in? Will the kings hold strong or will an underdog steal the night?

One thing’s for sure… fortunes can change with a single card.

♠️ See you at the table tomorrow. Bring your game face. Leave your excuses at the door. 🃏💰

19/10/2026

🎉 WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK AT THE CANDLEMAKER! 🍻🎶

There’s something for everyone at Unity Social Candlemaker! ⚽ Enjoy live football throughout the week, Sea Shanty Singing, Poker Night, Open Mic, Reggae Thursday, and DJ nights with DJ Beavis and Boots Hi-Fi. 🕺 Plus, join the Battersea Run Club on Sunday morning! Great drinks, great music, great people, and a fantastic atmosphere all week long. ❤️

📍 The Candlemaker, 136 Battersea High Street, SW11 3JR.
🍻 Everyone welcome — see you at the Candlemaker!

16/10/2026

Forget the Butlins Weekender and stay in Battersea! Get ready for a proper night of vibes, great music and good people at The Candlemaker, 136 Battersea High Street, SW11 3JR, on Saturday 17th October. Music selection from 7:30pm till late — bring your energy, bring your crew, and let’s make it a night to remember! 🔊💃🏾🕺🏽

15/10/2026

🔥 Battersea, it’s PARTY TIME! DJ Beavis is taking over The Candlemaker this Friday for a night of banging tunes, big vibes and non-stop energy! 🎧💛 Get your crew together and let’s make it a night to remember!
📍 The Candlemaker, 136 Battersea High St, SW11 3JR
🗓️ Friday 16th October | ⏰ From 7:30PM

14/10/2026

🕊️ WANDSWORTH WALKS AGAINST KNIFE CRIME 💚

Every step counts. Every voice matters. Join the community on Thursday 29th October as they come together to remember lives lost, stand united against knife crime, and work towards a safer future for everyone. Together, we all can make a difference. 💚🤝

📍 Lavender Hill to Wandsworth Town Hall
🕯️ Service of Remembrance: 3:30 PM
🚶 Community Walk: 4:30 PM
💬 Community Forum: 6:15 PM

Stand together. Remember. Reflect. Take action.

14/10/2026

Good vibes kick off from 6:30PM this Thursday at The Candlemaker 🎶
From sunset grooves to late-night sk**ks, the energy never fades
Pull up, feel the roots, and let the music take control


The Candlemaker
136 Battersea High Street
SW11 3JR

13/10/2026

Under the warm glow of candlelight, voices gather at The Candlemaker this Wednesday.

From first-timers to seasoned performers, everyone finds their moment on the mic.

The night hums with connection, expression, and a shared love for the arts.

The Candlemaker
136 Battersea High Street
SW11 3JR

12/10/2026

🔥 Battersea, we’ve got your week sorted! 🍻⚽🎶 From live football and Reggae Thursday to DJ Beavis, Boots Hi-Fi, open mic and our Battersea Run Club, there’s something for everyone at The Candlemaker! Great drinks, great music and even better company. Gather your mates and make it a week to remember! 💃🕺
📍 136 Battersea High St, SW11 3JR

07/10/2026

Britain’s pubs are worth up to £30 billion in wellbeing value to communities across the UK. But rising costs and high taxes are putting pressure on pubs that bring people together.

This Week of Action, join the campaign today and tell your MP to keep pubs open and pints affordable.

https://www.longlivethelocal.pub/letter 🍍

25/09/2026

Actress Daisy Edgar-Jones filmed 🎥 a promo for her new film, Sense and Sensibility in our Canonbury pub, The Marquess Tavern for Vogue 🥰

The team at Vogue were searching for a shooting location that oozes class, was timeless and in-keeping with the theme of the movie... so where else were they going to film?! 😏

Take a look at the promo - Daisy is in character as Elinor Dashwood throughout!

Sense and Sensibility hits cinemas TODAY! 🎬Why not pop into The Marquess Tavern to wash down your popcorn! 🍿🍷

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22/09/2026

We're on board, are you?

Join thousands backing Britain's pubs and breweries.

www.longlivethelocal.pub ❤️🍺

21/09/2026

This pub is a gem! 💎

The Wig & Mitre in Lincoln's Cathedral Quarter has reopened following a £100k investment. ⛪

Anne-Marie and Paul Balcomb have taken on the 14th century pub... "We’re thrilled to take control of such an iconic pub and can’t wait to meet all of our wonderful guests" ❤️

📷 Courtesy of Tory McTernan

17/09/2026

Welcome to The Buck Inn 🦌

New Management Partner Adrian McShane-Chapman has taken over the Thornton-le-Dale pub following a whopping £490k investment 🤑

🗨️ “I arrived in the UK 22 years ago from Australia, armed with just a backpack and no real plan... I’ve dipped in and out of hospitality over that time but the fire inside me to run my own pub burned bright.” - Adrian

If you're in Yorkshire, pay Adrian and his team a visit and check out this stunning pub for yourselves. 🤩

15/09/2026

Rory takes the keys to the refurbished Cross Keys pub in Nottingham! 🗝️

Our new Management Partner Rory Calladine has taken the reins at the popular city centre pub following a £100,000 investment.

🗨️"I was instantly drawn to the pub and as soon I discovered it was available in a partnership with Punch, I jumped at the chance." 🍍

Regular guests at The Cross Keys will instantly notice the pub’s traditional feel and special characteristics have been retained throughout but that a complete refresh has taken place. 💫

11/09/2026

We have reopened the Keyworth Tavern following a quarter-of-a-million refurbishment 🔥

The Keyworth pub in Nottingham, run by our Management Partner John Francis, had been closed for 5 weeks while we tore out the bar, stripped the pub back and replaced everything with new, modern furnishings. 🤩

Great work by everyone involved in the transformation 🥂

03/09/2026

We're quite fond of it too, Prime Minister! The Dog House

28/08/2026

Our Publican Beth at The Beeswing Inn 2013 has raised circa £250K for charity 😍 so if you're in the area this weekend, pop in and enjoy the music, food and drink!

Well done Beth!! 🥳

The Beeswing in East Cowton is hosting its 13th ‘Glastonbury’ festival to raise money for end of life care at a nearby hospital.

27/08/2026

Newly married couple Gareth and Jamie Furness have take the over The Bay Horse Inn in Pickering. 🔔

The pub has received a £400,000 investment and Gareth says it has been very well received by locals. 😃

“We are seeing more locals returning to the pub, faces that haven't been seen here for many years and we are seeing them on a regular basis... The refurb has really put The Bay Horse Inn back on the map and firmly at the heart of the Pickering community.” ❤️

Well done to everyone involved in this brilliant transformation 👏