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We report on business sales and ownership changes across the UK foodservice and hospitality sector, including restaurant acquisitions, pub disposals, catering firm takeovers, and brand portfolio restructures. Our coverage captures who’s buying, who’s selling, and why, with commercial context that matters to operators, F&B executives, and group-level decision-makers. Whether it’s a strategic divestment, private equity deal, or local venue sale, we break down what the transaction means for market positioning, leadership, and operational continuity across the industry.

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We report on business sales and ownership changes across the UK foodservice and hospitality sector, including restaurant acquisitions, pub disposals, catering firm takeovers, and brand portfolio restructures. Our coverage captures who’s buying, who’s selling, and why, with commercial context that matters to operators, F&B executives, and group-level decision-makers. Whether it’s a strategic divestment, private equity deal, or local venue sale, we break down what the transaction means for market positioning, leadership, and operational continuity across the industry.

Caffè Nero sales rise ‘record’ 14% over Xmas period

Caffè Nero has reported a sales rise of 14% for the five-week Christmas period in the UK, as…

Directional Capital acquires Pizza Hut’s UK franchisee in pre-pack deal

Directional Capital has acquired Heart With Smart, one of the UK’s leading hospitality…

O2 Arena reports ‘best-ever’ sales amid record number of visitors

The O2 Arena has seen sales across F&B, leisure and retail rise by 6% in 2024, marking…

Xmas pint sales to generate £1.4bn, BBPA finds

Sales of pints in December could generate turnover of around £1.4bn, according to data from…

Harbour Lights restaurant brought to market

Harbour Lights restaurant and venue, set within Burton Waters marina near Lincoln, has been…

Christmas pub bookings up 14% YOY

Christmas bookings are already 14% higher than December last year, according to data from MiXR.

Urban Pubs and Bars saves George and Dragon pub in Wanstead

The historic George and Dragon pub in Wanstead is set to reopen in the new year after being…

Costa Coffee and Freemans bring kiosk concept to London

A fleet of Costa Coffee kiosks are set to hit some of the UK’s biggest live events next…

Loungers sold to US investment firm in £338m deal

Café, bar and restaurant chain Loungers is set to be sold for £338m to US investment firm…

CAMRA criticises CMBC’s plans to delist 11 beers from pubs

The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) has reported that pubs will soon be unable to stock 11…
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