BBPA Academy
From hops to HR, the BBPA Academy will give graduates the opportunity to gain a breadth of experience with the guidance of industry experts, while focusing on their own professional development.
We are proud to have launched a one-of-a-kind sector-wide graduate scheme in collaboration with some of the UK’s leading pub companies and breweries.
We’re excited to launch the British Beer and Pub Association’s Academy – a pubs and brewing industry graduate scheme which welcomed the first cohort in September 2026.
The Academy’s two-year scheme consists of four separate six-month development modules undertaken in one of the participating companies, each of which includes working in the industry, training courses, and other activities.
We are proud to have as our participating companies for 2026’s intake: Molson Coors Brewing Company UK, Greene King, Star Pubs, Admiral Taverns, McMullen, Everards, Adnams, Timothy Taylor’s Brewery and St. Austell Brewery.
Each programme is personally tailored to the graduate’s development, based on a framework that ensures individuals learn all necessary skills and gain a wide breadth of experience.
“I’m so delighted to be working with the BBPA and Su Cacioppo who have been instrumental in bringing this idea to life. The idea was to seek out future leaders and give much-needed career paths for graduates across the country, and I’m proud of the way the industry has come together to support this initiative.
I genuinely hope this provides an outstanding career for ten graduates from next September that will continue for many years to come so we can leave a legacy for the future.”
Andy Wilson, Managing Director of Everards and co-founder of the BBPA Academy
“We are very excited to be launching the BBPA Academy which will give graduates the chance to gain first class experience and be supported by some of the UK’s leading pub companies and breweries.
“Having so many companies collaborating on the Academy is proof that the sector is committed to investing in the next generation of the sector’s guardians, and knowing our industry is in safe hands.”
Emma McClarkin, CEO of the British Beer and Pub Association
Participating companies
Resources & Action
Armed Forces Covenant
We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant, pledging to support serving personnel, veterans, reservists, and military families across the industry.
By signing the Covenant we pledge to recognise the skills, experiences, and contributions of the Armed Forces community, and help the sector ensure the community faces no disadvantage in accessing employment, services, or opportunities.
The Open to All Charter
The Charter was developed with the BBPA’s members to promote workplaces that attract and retain a diverse workforce.
By committing to inclusive recruitment, fair treatment and strong support for employees, the Charter strengthens the sector’s ability to develop skilled teams and create sustainable employment opportunities.
Challenge 21 and Challenge 25
The BBPA’s Challenge 21 scheme has been raising awareness among publicans and their staff of the need to be vigilant in preventing underage sales for over 20 years. The scheme serves as a reminder to customers that it is against the law to purchase alcohol if you are under 18, or to purchase alcohol on behalf of someone who is under 18.
World Cup Guidance
Our World Cup guidance, produced in partnership with UKHospitality, the British Institute of Innkeeping (BII), the Local Government Association and the National Police Chiefs’ Council aims to encourage police, licensing authorities and the licensed trade to work together to ensure the safe and successful showing of football tournaments in pubs.
Long Live the Local
Our Long Live The Local Campaign exists to save pubs in communities across the UK through reducing the unfair tax burden on our sector.
Add your support, it only takes two minutes but could help your beloved local stay open.
Joint Member Survey
Each quarter, the BBPA along with other hospitality trade bodies (the British Institute of Innkeeping, Hospitality Ulster and UKHospitality) survey our members across a range of topics to gauge sentiment and collect data on business operations.
The responses represent approximately a wide range of hospitality sites across the UK.
Latest Employment & Skills Consultations
The government is seeking views through open consultations related to employment and workforce policy as part of its Employment Rights Act.
England Pub Business Rates Calculator
We have developed a practical and easy to use calculator to help publicans estimate what their business rates are likely to be.