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Young people are drinking less – here's an alternative to try on your next night out

For many young people, arcades and board game cafes are replacing traditional pubs and bars.Jacob Lund / Shutterstock

A new leisure trend is providing an alternative to pubs and bars for young people whose alcohol consumption has been declining for years.

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