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- 2024 -3 JuneNews
Today’s news in brief – 03/06/24
Liberation Group’s revenues rose 20% to £144.4m in the year ended 27 January, with strong underlying growth resulting in LFL Managed Pub EBITDA increasing 19%. The group’s UK managed pubs produced a “strong” performance, with an 8% increase in LFL growth, ahead of the industry CGA RSM Hospitality Business Tracker…
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3 JunePubs and Bars
Stockport pub reopens after 10 years
The White Lion pub in Stockport, the town’s oldest pub dating back to the 15th Century, is set to reopen after being vacant for 10 years. The Grade II listed building was acquired by Stockport Council as part of the £7m investment into the regeneration of the Market Place and…
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3 JunePubs and Bars
Liberation Group welcomes record sales of £144.4m
Liberation Group, the privately owned premium pub operator and brewing company, has announced record revenues of £144.4m, up 20% for the year ended 27 January 2024. Strong underlying growth also resulted in LFL Managed Pub EBITDA increasing 19%. The group’s UK managed pubs produced a “strong” performance, with an 8.0%…
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May- 2024 -31 MayNews
Red Oak Taverns acquires 19 pubs from Marston’s
Red Oak has announced the acquisition of 19 tied tenanted pubs from Marston’s, marking the third transaction between the two companies in the last 15 months. With this latest acquisition, Red Oak’s portfolio has now grown to 246 pubs. This strategic acquisition further strengthens Red Oak’s relationship with Marston’s, bringing…
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28 MayNews
Today’s news in brief – 28/05/24
Robinson Brewery has increased its investment spend in pubs to £1.6m during Q1. This rise in investment spending represents a three-fold increase on Robinson Brewery’s 2023 levels. According to Robinson Brewery and its business partners, the rise in investment is a sign of more long-term post pandemic confidence. Chef Tom…
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28 MayBreweries and Distilleries
Robinsons Brewery invests £1.6m in pub partners during Q1
Robinson Brewery has “significantly” increased its investment spend to £1.6m, which has already gone toward the group’s business partners and supported nine sites in the first three months of 2024. This rise in investment spending represents a three-fold increase on Robinson Brewery’s 2023 levels. According to Robinson Brewery and its…
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22 MayPubs and Bars
Nightcap launches fundraising to fuel expansion plans
Nightcap has started a proposed fundraising of up to £3.5m before expenses via the issue of up to 70 million new ordinary shares of 1p each in the company at a price of 5p per new ordinary shares. The news comes as Nightcap boss Sarah Willingham intends to position the…
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20 MayPubs and Bars
Stonegate Group to reopen The Grove pub in Leeds
The Grove is set to re-open its doors on 30 May, following a substantial, restorative six-figure investment from the largest pub company in the UK, Stonegate Group. The Grove has been closed since November after an unfortunate fire incident last year. The refurbished pub now features new ceilings, windows, and…
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17 MayNews
Today’s news in brief – 17/05/24
Joe and the Juice reported a 42% revenue rise to £275.9m for 2023. For the first time in several years, the group also saw a positive operating profit, which reached £20.4m. The increase in operating profit was primarily driven by a continued focus on profitability and on the opening of…
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17 MayPubs and Bars
Wetherspoon to invest £5m in Mile Castle redevelopment
JD Wetherspoon has announced that it is set to invest £5m in the redevelopment of its Mile Castle pub in Newcastle. The pub will undergo a full internal refurbishment, to include decoration, new carpet, upgraded lighting, extending the bar on the third floor and creating a new cellar. As part…
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