Kent
Coverage explores hospitality and foodservice activity across this key South East region, including restaurant and pub openings, local supply partnerships, tourism-driven trade, and independent operator growth. Reporting provides insights for businesses navigating seasonal demand, commuter town dynamics, and rural-urban market opportunities in one of the UK’s most diverse regional economies.
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Aug- 2024 -27 AugustBreweries and Distilleries
Brakspear’s FY turnover jumps 9% to £38.6m
JT Davies and Sons Holdings Limited, the parent company of Brakspear, has reported a 9% increase in turnover to £38.6m for the year ending 31 December 2023 against 2022, with an expected reduction in profitability. Underlying EBITDA was reported as £10.9m, slightly lower than the £11.2m reported for 2022 when…
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Jun- 2024 -12 JuneCatering Companies
HSG FM expands catering division with Radish acquisition
HSG FM Group, a Cardiff-headquartered business, has acquired UK-based contract catering services company Radish. Established in 2015, HSG FM Group provides a range of services to support businesses in meeting specific requirements to a professional and high standard. The company aims to develop long-term working partnerships with clients, helping them…
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May- 2024 -23 MayRestaurants
Chez Roux opens at The Langham
Michel Roux has opened Chez Roux, a new restaurant in Palm Court at The Langham, London. The restaurant has been inspired by Roux’s childhood memories: life in rural Kent in the 1960s, being raised at the Fairlawne estate where his father Albert Roux OBE worked as a private chef for…
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Mar- 2024 -27 MarchRestaurants
The Idle Rock hotel launches new Reef Knot restaurant
The Idle Rocks in St Mawes, Cornwall has announced the relaunch of the hotel’s restaurant, Reef Knot. The new restaurant, which overlooks St Mawes’ harbour, will now be led by executive head chef Stuart Shaw. Following its recent refurbishment, The Idle Rocks will feature a brand-new restaurant concept which will…
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21 MarchPubs and Bars
Shepherd Neame revenues surge to £89.0m in H1 2024
Shepherd Neame, Britain’s oldest brewer and owner and operator of 296 pubs in Kent and the Southeast has reported a record revenue growth of 4.3% to £89.0m in H1 2024. For the 26 weeks ended 23 December 2023, the group also saw its underlying EBITDA increase 5.2% to £12.0m and…
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Nov- 2023 -17 NovemberPubs and Bars
Shepherd Neame acquires The Ship Inn in Herne
Independent family brewer and pub company Shepherd Neame has expanded its estate with the acquisition of historic seafront pub The Ship Inn in Herne Bay. The addition of the freehold property, which was part of the Stonegate Group portfolio, takes Shepherd Neame’s total of pubs and hotels to 296, across…
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Oct- 2023 -26 OctoberNews
Today’s news in brief – 26/10/23
TRG has confirmed it received a request from Wheel Topco, the owner of Pizza Express, to evaluate a possible takeover offer for the company. However, TRG clarified that no formal proposal, including terms, price, or consideration, has been made by Wheel Topco. This follows reports that Pizza Express is considering…
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26 OctoberPubs and Bars
Shepherd Neame partners with Maidstone United
Independent family brewer and pub company Shepherd Neame has agreed a new three year pouring rights partnership with Vanarama National League South team Maidstone United. Shepherd Neame has been an official drinks partner for the Kent club, known as ‘The Stones’, since it moved into the County Town’s Gallagher Stadium…
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16 OctoberFood and Drink
Dreamland Margate appoints Kerb and Peppermint as F&B partners
Levy UK and Ireland partners, Kerb and Peppermint, have been appointed to take charge of the food and beverage operations at Dreamland Margate, the seaside entertainment and amusement park on the Kent coast. Kerb will support and grow the local traders already working at Dreamland Margate as well as bringing…
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2 OctoberCatering Companies
BaxterStorey secures nine-year BCU contract extension
BaxterStorey has secured a nine-year contract extension to deliver campus catering at Birmingham City University (BCU). The company has been BCU’s home of hospitality since 2015, catering to over 30,000 students and staff. The Curzon campus now features Rahina’s Food Fusion, following a major makeover. Run by BaxterStorey’s apprentice commis…
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