20 Years at The Ladbroke Arms: Magda’s Secret to Running Treasured Pub | The British Guild of Beer Writers

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20 Years at The Ladbroke Arms: Magda’s Secret to Running Treasured Pub | The British Guild of Beer Writers

For 20 years, Magda has been the heart and soul of The Ladbroke Arms, a beloved Notting Hill pub. After a recent reopening, she’s gearing up for the festive season and sharing what it takes to create a space that feels like home. “People think running a pub is easy,” Magda says. “But it’s a huge operation. You need to be yourself, work hard, and love what you do. Enthusiasm, showing up every day, knowing your people, your product—it all matters.…