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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Mar- 2024 -15 MarchPubs and Bars
The Royal Oak reopens following six figure investment
The Royal Oak in Harlesden has reopened its doors today (15 March), after undergoing an extensive transformation following a six-figure investment from Craft Union Pub Company. The pub which features Victorian architecture now includes two fully refurbished bars, with ‘The Loft’ bar located upstairs, which will be available for private…
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8 MarchNews
Today’s news in brief – 08/03/24
BM Caterers has won contracts worth more than £10m over the last six months, with clients across the legal, investment, real estate and media sectors. The group’s new clients include global real estate investor, developer and manager Hines, law firm Lewis Silkin, and power tools business STIHL. The NTIA has…
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8 MarchNews
The Pierhouse Seafood Restaurant reopens following winter makeover
The Pierhouse Hotel and Seafood Restaurant at Port Appin has reopened its doors at the hotel following a two-month winter makeover which expanded its kitchen facilities thanks to a significant investment by the owners. The small hotel and Scottish seafood restaurant is led by head chef Michael Leathley and his…
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8 MarchCatering Companies
BM signs £10m worth of contracts in six months
BM Caterers has announced that it has won contracts worth more than £10m over the last six months with clients across the legal, investment, real estate and media sectors. Its new clients, who are based across multiple sites across the UK, includes global real estate investor, developer and manager Hines,…
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6 MarchNews
Chancellor cuts NI by a further 2p as part of Spring Budget
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has announced a further 2p cut to National Insurance falling from 10% to 8% from 6 April, as part of his Spring Budget for “long-term growth”. The reduction in National Insurance is expected to save the average worker £450 a year, or £350 for those who are…
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6 MarchRestaurants
Brasseria Familia exceeds crowdfunding target for third site
Brasseria Familia has exceeded its target for crowdfunding the opening of its third site, raising £1.2m in the first 48 hours. The company launched the campaign to support the opening of its third site on Brompton Road this May and received 82 investors in the first two days. After the…
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Feb- 2024 -27 FebruaryNews
Today’s news in brief – 27/02/24
Drinks sales at pubs and bars stayed level year-on-year, with a small 0.1% fall for the week ended 17 February, to continue a solid start to February trading, according to data from CGA. Sales on Valentine’s Day, a crucial trading date for operators and suppliers, were 9% higher than on 14 February…
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27 FebruaryCatering Companies
Levy UK&I extends contract with Sheffield United FC by 10 years
Sports and entertainment caterer, Levy UK&I, has announced a 10-year extension of its partnership with Sheffield United Football Club. As part of the contract extension, Levy will continue to manage all catering operations, including matchday hospitality, public concessions, corporate and non-matchday events, such as concerts. According to the caterer, the…
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26 FebruaryPubs and Bars
Shepherd Neame reopens The Crown after £750k refurb
Independent family brewer and pub company Shepherd Neame has reopened The Crown pub in Blackheath Village, following a £750,000 transformation. The former 16th Century coaching inn has undergone a seven-week refurbishment which has introduced a new look while also retaining its “unique” features. The pub now features a “rich” palette…
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23 FebruaryNews
Today’s news in brief – 23/02/24
Tortilla appointed Andy Naylor as its new CEO, as Richard Morris will be stepping down at the end of March. Naylor, who has worked alongside Morris for the last seven years, initially joined as CFO and most recently was UK managing director. Meanwhile, Maria Denny has joined the business this…
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