Not everyone working behind the bar has followed a traditional education route — and that’s one of the great strengths of the UK hospitality sector.

When it comes to developing your career, gaining new skills, or accessing formal qualifications, the landscape can feel confusing or out of reach.

This panel breaks down the UK’s leading bursary programmes for bartenders, featuring DEVELOP by The Drinks Trust, Equal Measures UK, and a beneficiary who’s walked the path.

Learn what’s available, how to access it, and how these initiatives are empowering hospitality professionals nationwide.

Hosted by: Liam Scandrett (Commercial Growth Lead), Rose Brookman, Alexandra Miller and Sam Chatterji