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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Jun- 2025 -2 JuneTrade Associations
One third of hospitality operates at a loss, survey finds
One third of hospitality businesses are currently operating at a loss, representing an 11% increase on the last quarter, according to the latest survey undertaken by UKH, the British Institute of Innkeeping, the British Beer and Pub Association, and Hospitality Ulster.ย UKHospitality, along with a number of trade associations, have…
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May- 2025 -30 MayFood and Drink
Chopstix unveils first Brighton site
Chopstix has announced its fifth opening for the year with a debut site in Brighton, expanding its presence on the South Coast. Opening this month on North Street, just a short distance from the seafront, the new store follows a string of successful equity site openings for the brand in…
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30 MayPubs and Bars
Hydes to renovate the Old Plough with ยฃ550k investment
Hydes is continuing with its multi-million pound investment programme across its pub estate with a new ยฃ550k refurbishment of the Old Plough, a community pub based in the village of Ashton on Mersey.ย ย The latest ยฃ550k investment follows the completion of the refurbishment of Hydesโ award-winning pub and boutique hotel,…
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30 MayRestaurants
Wagamama to open at Animate Preston
Asian-inspired Japanese restaurant Wagamama is to open its doors at Prestonโs newly launched ยฃ45m Animate leisure scheme, which has been delivered by Maple Grove Developments.ย ย Positioned between Taco Bell and Mad Giant Food Hall, Wagamama has taken a 4,125 sq ft unit on a 15-year lease.ย The fit out is…
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28 MayRestaurants
McWin in talks to acquire Flat Iron
Gailโs Bakery backer McWin Capital Partners is in talks for a deal to acquire steak restaurant Flat Iron, according to reports from Sky News. McWin has reportedly teamed up with TriSpan to try and buy a large stake in the restaurant chain. As it currently stands it is unclear what…
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27 MayFood and Drink
KFC unveils plans to invest ยฃ1.49bn in the UK and Ireland
KFC UK and Ireland has announced plans to invest ยฃ1.49bn and create over 7,000 new jobs in the UK and Ireland over the next five years. Of the ยฃ1.49bn investment, ยฃ466m will go towards opening new restaurants focusing on building flagship sites and drive-thrus in key locations such as Ireland…
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27 MayRegulations & Policies
Hospitality leaders urge EPR delay over cost and investment fears
Leading pub, hospitality and brewing bodies have said they are โdeeply concernedโ about the cost and impact of EPR, and Defraโs lack of progress to solve the issue. In a letter to the prime minister and chancellor, the coalition said it does not believe Defra has given โdue regardโ to…
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22 MayPubs and Bars
Mitchells and Butlers HY revenues and profits surge
Mitchells and Butlers has reported a 4.3% increase in revenues to ยฃ1.45bn and a 10.4% rise in operating profits to ยฃ181m for the 28 weeks ended 12 April 2025 (HY 2025). Its adjusted operating margin also increased from 11.7% to 12.4%, 0.7ppts higher than last year driven by strong like-for-like…
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22 MayRestaurants
German Doner Kebab opens first Norwich site
German Doner Kebab has opened its very first site in Norwich, located on 43 St Stephens Street today (22 May 2025).ย The new Norwich location will create over 20 new jobs and offer GDKโs signature offering of meat, salad, handmade sauces and waffle bread. The OG Kebab includes your choice…
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21 MayPubs and Bars
Thwaites acquires The Buck Inn, Malham
Thwaites has acquired The Buck Inn, Malham in the Yorkshire Dales for an undisclosed sum.ย Dating back to 1874, The Buck is a historic village inn comprising a bar and restaurant, plenty of outdoor space and 11 bedrooms. The addition of The Buck takes Thwaitesโ portfolio of managed pubs with…
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