Boxpark
Coverage explores the strategy, expansion, and brand development of one of the UK’s most recognisable pop-up mall and street food venue operators. Reporting includes site openings in locations such as Shoreditch, Wembley, Croydon, and Liverpool; container park design; independent vendor mix; and the integration of live events, sport screenings, and tech-led ordering. Insight is tailored for operators, landlords, and suppliers tracking hybrid leisure formats, food hall innovation, and community-driven hospitality spaces.
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Oct- 2025 -24 OctoberFood and Drink
The Athenian marks 10 years with new Boxpark Wembley opening
Greek street food brand The Athenian will mark its 10th anniversary on 14 November 2025 with the opening of a new restaurant at Boxpark Wembley. Founded in 2015 by chief executive Tim Vasilakis, the company began as a series of London market stalls serving gyros and souvlaki made with freshly…
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May- 2025 -9 MayFood and Drink
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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Apr- 2025 -9 AprilFeatures
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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Mar- 2025 -5 MarchPeople
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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4 MarchFeatures
What’s behind increased hospitality churn?
In recent years the prevailing narrative in the hospitality industry has been that venues are closing at an alarming rate. Data from CGA revealed that 27,951 hospitality venues closed their doors between March 2020 and September 2024 at a rate of 119 per week. However, what gets lost in this…
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Feb- 2025 -4 FebruaryVenues & Properties
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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Jan- 2025 -29 JanuaryPeople
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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15 JanuaryFood and Drink
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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3 JanuaryNews
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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Oct- 2024 -23 OctoberRestaurants
Black Bear Burger to open in Camden
Black Bear Burger is set to open a new quick-service restaurant in Camden on Saturday 26 October. This marks the brand’s sixth location in London and will be a smaller, quick-service version of its Exmouth Market and Brixton locations. The venue will be based inside of Boxpark Camden and will…
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