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Boxpark appoints first ever chief growth officer

Boxpark has announced the appointment of Michelle Farrell as the company’s first-ever chief growth officer (CGO). In her new role, Farrell will oversee the sales, events and marketing and commercial functions of the business, aligning with the company’s commitment to accelerating growth and expanding its UK estate. Farrell brings a…

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Thinking outside of the box: Why is Boxpark trying a new concept?

Since its inception in 2011 Boxpark has had a simple business model, using shipping containers to build a market hall style hospitality venue, always trying to be agile and cheap. However, 15 years on Boxpark is taking the next step by unveiling its new Boxhall concept in Liverpool Street, a…

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Boxpark appoints former Gusto boss Matt Snell as CEO

Boxpark has announced the appointment of industry leader Matt Snell as its new CEO, as the hospitality operator continues to expand in the UK.  The news follows the appointment of Chris Burford as CFO, who will be supporting and strengthening the operations and growth strategy of the business.  Snell, who…

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Boxpark granted Shoreditch lease extension until September 2025

Boxpark has announced that its original flagship Shoreditch location will remain open until the end of September 2025 following support from the landlords Ballymore and Hammerson, the local community and its key stakeholders including Greater London Authority (GLA) and London Boroughs of Hackney and Tower Hamlets. Since its opening in…

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Boxpark appoints new chief financial officer

Hospitality and leisure group Boxpark has announced the appointment of Chris Burford as the group CFO to support and strengthen the operations and growth strategy of the business. With over 25 years’ experience working across private equity and venture capital backed enterprises in the hospitality, leisure, and retail sectors, new…

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Boxpark launches ‘Playbox’ concept at Croydon site

Boxpark has announced the launch of its new immersive social gaming experience, Playbox, at its Croydon site in February.  Spanning approximately 3,500 sq ft, visitors can expect a mix of interactive games and classic entertainment, with “standout” features including: A digital shuffleboard and darts Interactive karaoke Traditional pool tables and…

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Boxpark turnover drops to £19.9m amid ‘confident’ expansion plans

Boxpark’s turnover for the year ended 30 April 2024 dropped marginally to £19.9m, though the food operator said it is “confident” of securing further sites in 2026 and beyond.  The group’s financial performance was impacted by a tougher macroeconomic environment with a drop in beverage sales partially offset by an…

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Boxpark to close Shoreditch site

Boxpark has confirmed that it is set to close its East London site in Shoreditch by the end of this summer, after opening in October 2011 as a ‘meanwhile use’ scheme.  The closure comes as Boxpark gears up for two new site openings later this year in Camden Town and…

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Boxpark to launch Boxhall City site in 2023

Boxpark has announced its Boxhall sibling concept is set to open next year, which will offer food and drink from local, independent food traders and restaurant operators. The company has agreed a 15-year lease with TfL, the site’s freehold owners, for the historic Metropolitan Arcade building which first opened in…

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