Investment
Our coverage tracks financial activity shaping the UK foodservice and hospitality sector, from venture capital and private equity backing to corporate acquisitions, refinancing deals, and growth funding. Our reporting is focused on the operators, brands, and concepts attracting capital, and what that means for the wider industry. Whether you’re a restaurant group seeking funding, a pub chain monitoring market valuations, or a catering contractor analysing competitor growth, our investment coverage delivers intelligence that helps business leaders understand where money is flowing, and why. Expect deep dives, expert commentary, and deal-by-deal context, all tailored to the foodservice trade.
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Oct- 2019 -3 OctoberFood and Drink
Deliveroo swings to ยฃ232m loss in 2018
Deliveroo has reported losses before tax of ยฃ232m for 2018, despite a 72% increase in sales to ยฃ467m during the year. Deliveroo said it invested โheavilyโ in new markets during the period, including Taiwan and Kuwait, adding the sales growth was largely due to the food delivery firm increasing the…
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Sep- 2019 -30 SeptemberBusiness
Food services sector to be amongst โmost disruptedโ following Brexit
The accommodation and food services industry will be amongst the most disrupted as a result of Brexit, according to the latest UK Powerhouse study by law firm Irwin Mitchell and the Centre for Economics and Business Research (CEBR). The reportโs โBrexit Disruption Indexโ analyses which industrial sectors will be affected…
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30 SeptemberRestaurants
Little Wing to open ninth restaurant with Whiteabbey site
Northern Irelandโs homegrown pizzeria brand, Little Wing has announced an investment of ยฃ450,000 in a new restaurant in Whiteabbey, Co. Antrim, creating 25 new jobs. The arrival of Little Wing Whiteabbey, which will be located off the Shore Road, will bring the popular pizza chainโs total number of branches across…
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25 SeptemberPubs and Bars
Macclesfield pub set to reopen after ยฃ132,000 investment
A community pub in Macclesfield is set to relaunch following an investment of more than ยฃ130,000 from community pub operator, Hawthorn Leisure. The Old Millstone, on Waters Green, will host an opening launch party on Friday 27 September following a โsignificant refurbishmentโ, including a complete revamp inside and out to…
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19 SeptemberBreweries and Distilleries
Fullerโs invests ยฃ2m into all-day dining and co-working concept
Pub and hotel operator Fullerโs has invested close to ยฃ2m on a โextensiveโ renovation of its The Chamberlain Hotel on Minories in London. The renovation, includes a โsignificantโ facelift of the exterior and a full interior refurbishment, a new basement cocktail bar, called โThe Chambersโ has been developed to provide…
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17 SeptemberPubs and Bars
Whelans takes on seventh SP&B site
South east multiple operator, Whelans, has taken on The Goat in Shirley and is to reopen it as The Apple Tree at the end of October, following a joint investment with Star Pubs and Bars of over ยฃ500,000. The pub, which has been closed for two years, is to become…
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6 SeptemberAdvice
How the catering industry can reduce costs by being more sustainable
As a thriving industry with revenues of ยฃ1.4bn, the UK catering industry is no stranger to ambition. Traditionally, labour management, inventory and ambience were top priorities for the industry due to the importance of preserving product quality and customer loyalty. However, times are changing and sustainability is now joining those…
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5 SeptemberBusiness
Bradford pub receives ยฃ250,000 makeover
Publicans Chris and Nick Green have celebrated their 50th birthday with ยฃ250,000 joint investment from Ei Publican Partnerships for the Stansfield Arms pub, Bradford. The investment from has been used to transform the 15th Century pub into a modern drinking and dining venue, whilst retaining its traditional character. Works includes…
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Aug- 2019 -29 AugustPubs and Bars
Cheshire pub reopens following ‘significant investment’
Earlier this month, Cheshire Coaching inn The Swan in Tarporley, has reopened its doors with a fresh new look โsympatheticโ to its 16th Century roots. The pub owners, 16 Hospitality has celebrated the buildingโs original features, such as the open log-burning fire and exposed beams. Modern touches have been incorporated,…
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28 AugustTrade Associations
UKH calls for sector support ahead of Spending Review
Ahead of the Spending Review, UKHospitality has called on the government to โact decisivelyโ to support hospitality and tourism. UKH has identified four key areas in which the government spending can support the countryโs hospitality industry: Business rates UKH said the government can begin to fix the broken business rates…
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