Maidstone

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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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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Fire engulfs Embankments Floating Bar and Grill in Kent

A fire has broken out at Embankments Floating Bar and Grill, a floating restaurant on the River Medway in Maidstone, Kent. Kent Fire and Rescue Service rushed to the scene at around 8am this morning, and three fire engines and the water rescue team were initially in attendance. Crews wearing…

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Sodexo bolsters local produce commitment with Love British Food

Ahead of British Food Fortnight, global services company Sodexo is “reinforcing its commitment” to using locally sourced, sustainable produce through its partnership with Love British Food. Love British Food leads the national promotion of British food and encourages retailers and caterers to make British food their preferred option. The year-round…

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Hastings pub comes to the market

Jenny Lind, a pub and live music venue in Hastings, East Sussex, has been brought to the market through business property adviser, Christie and Co. In addition to commercial premises, the business features six letting rooms, which benefit from en suite facilities and can be accessed via a separate entrance…

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Pub with rooms brought to market for £1.15m

The White Lion Hotel, situated between the port of Newhaven and the Seven Sisters Cliffs in East Sussex, has been brought to the market for £1,150,000. The family friendly pub and hotel comprises a traditional bar area for up to 30 covers, a separate 20 cover sports bar with a…

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New openings see Hancock’s site count double in a year

Hancock’s American Kitchen and Bar, the family owned, Rochester-based restaurant group has opened three new outlets and reveals it has also signed a deal for a seventh unit. The chain, which started 2018 with one outlet, is currently trading ahead of expectations at The Quays in Chatham, The Atrium in…

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Restaurant owner apologises for calling bride-to-be a ‘cow’

A restaurant owner has apologised after sending emails to a bride-to-be by accident, calling her a ‘cow’. Karen Williams, owner of the Mulberry Tree, based in Maidstone, has been left “mortified, horrified and completely embarrassed” after sending an email to a client instead of a colleague. Jade Sharp and her…

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