UK hospitality and leisure: companies to watch
85 UK companies in order of what public sources say they did between 1 Aug 2026 and 29 Oct 2026: funding, hires, launches, jobs, filings and mentions. Open any company to see the evidence and where it came from.
Top 10 1 to 10
- 1Blank Streetblankstreet.comScore 39
- 18 UK roles posted since 1 Aug, 8 at head-of level or above (59 in all)
- Named in 6 of 60 AI-assistant answers
The evidence (2)
- Hiring18 UK roles posted since 1 Aug, 8 at head-of level or above (59 in all)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 29 Oct 2026
- AI assistantsNamed in 6 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK coffee shop, café and quick-service food chains are expanding fastest?": 6 of 6
- 2NEOS Hospitalityneoshospitality.co.ukScore 28
NEOS Hospitality runs a UK-wide portfolio of bars, pubs and nightclubs, including concept bars and high-energy club venues, and presents itself as a team of industry experts running nightlife venues.
- Named in 9 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- CFO appointment reported
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
What it may be in the market for
Our reading of the evidence above, not something the company has said.
- May need finance systems such as consolidation, reporting and budgeting tools, suggested by a new CFO appointment reported in October 2026 to support post-acquisition growth.moderateFinance and accountingA newly appointed CFO after an acquisition often has to bring several sites and entities into one view of performance. This may lead to a review of the finance tools in use.Who would buy it: Chief Financial OfficerWhat could help: Multi-site financial consolidation and reporting software, budgeting and forecasting tools, accounts payable automation, and venue-level margin and cost analytics.Based on: CFO appointment reported, 15 Oct 2026; The Morning Advertiser: NEOS boss hails transformational year, 15 Oct 2026
- May need venue conversion and fit-out services and supplies, suggested by August 2026 coverage of further pub conversions after a Bristol success.moderateOperations and supply chainIf it converts more pubs into its concepts, it may need design, refurbishment, kitchen and bar equipment, and furniture suppliers, plus systems to manage the rollout.Who would buy it: Chief Operating OfficerWhat could help: Interior design and fit-out contractors, bar and kitchen equipment, furniture and lighting, AV and sound systems, and project management software for site rollouts.Based on: The Morning Advertiser: NEOS eyes further pub conversions after Bristol success, 4 Aug 2026; The Morning Advertiser: NEOS boss hails transformational year, 15 Oct 2026
The evidence (3)
- LeadershipCFO appointment reportedReport a problemReported by thembsgroup.co.uk on 15 Oct 2026: Neos Hospitality appoints CFO to support post-acquisition growth strategy
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemThe Morning Advertiser, 4 Aug 2026: NEOS eyes further pub conversions after Bristol success
The Morning Advertiser, 15 Oct 2026: NEOS boss hails transformational year - AI assistantsNamed in 9 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which British hospitality and leisure companies have raised significant investment or made acquisitions in the last few months?": 6 of 6
"Which UK entertainment and competitive socialising venues are expanding?": 2 of 6
"Which UK hospitality and leisure operators should I watch in 2026?": 1 of 6
- 3Buzzworks Holdingsbuzzworksholdings.comScore 27
Buzzworks is a Scottish group running 22 bars, restaurants and venues, and has added hotel bedrooms at The Mill House. It sells food, drink and accommodation to the public.
- Acquisition reported
- New office: North Berwick pub and restaurant opens after major revamp
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
What it may be in the market for
Our reading of the evidence above, not something the company has said.
- May need refurbishment, fit-out and furnishing services for new and converted venues, given the seven-figure North Berwick opening and more sites planned.strongProperty, offices and facilitiesThe group has just opened a heavily revamped North Berwick site and says further venues are coming in Gullane and North Berwick. It has also added bedrooms at The Mill House, so fit-out and hotel furnishing work may continue.Who would buy it: Head of Property or Operations DirectorWhat could help: Interior design and fit-out contractors, furniture and fittings suppliers, kitchen and bar equipment, hotel linen and room suppliesBased on: Hospitality & Catering News: Buzzworks Opens The Bass & Barrel Following Seven-Figure…, 20 Oct 2026; North Berwick pub and restaurant opens after major revamp, 20 Oct 2026; its own homepage
- May need hotel management and booking software, plus systems for stock, rotas and EPOS across a growing estate, after buying a Perthshire hotel and adding rooms.moderateOperations and supply chainA reported hotel acquisition in Perthshire and new bedrooms at The Mill House suggest the group is moving into accommodation. It may need systems that run rooms and bookings alongside its restaurants and bars.Who would buy it: Operations DirectorWhat could help: Property management and booking systems, EPOS, stock control and workforce scheduling software, channel managersBased on: Acquisition reported, 12 Aug 2026; its own homepage
- May need marketing and reservations support to launch new venues and promote its hotel rooms, given the North Berwick opening and sites coming soon.tentativeMarketing and brandNew openings and a push into stays suggest the group may need to attract guests to new sites and to a new offer. The homepage promotes bedrooms and upcoming venues.Who would buy it: Marketing DirectorWhat could help: Table booking and CRM platforms, local PR and digital advertising agencies, loyalty and email toolsBased on: its own homepage; Hospitality & Catering News: Buzzworks Opens The Bass & Barrel Following Seven-Figure…, 20 Oct 2026
The evidence (3)
- AcquisitionAcquisition reportedReport a problemReported by ayradvertiser.com on 12 Aug 2026: Troon Buzzworks hotel to host closing sale where 'everything must go'
Reported by heraldscotland.com on 2 Oct 2026: Buzzworks moves into Perthshire with hotel acquisition - New officeNorth Berwick pub and restaurant opens after major revampReport a problemReported by Hospitality & Catering News on 20 Oct 2026: Buzzworks Opens The Bass & Barrel Following Seven-Figure North Berwick Transformation - Hospitality & Catering News
Reported by heraldscotland.com on 20 Oct 2026
Reported by ground.news on 20 Oct 2026: Buzzworks Opens Seven-Figure Bass & Barrel Pub and Hotel in North Berwick - MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemHospitality & Catering News, 20 Oct 2026: Buzzworks Opens The Bass & Barrel Following Seven-Figure North Berwick Transformation - Hospitality & Catering News
- 4Amber Tavernsambertaverns.co.ukScore 26
Amber Taverns runs a group of community pubs across Great Britain, offering value drinks, sports coverage and entertainment such as karaoke and shuffleboard. It also buys pubs and invests in refurbishing them.
- CEO appointment reported
- Named in 3 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- Named by 3 news or web sources since 1 Aug
What it may be in the market for
Our reading of the evidence above, not something the company has said.
- May need refurbishment, fit-out and building services contractors for new pubs, after reports of a £3m Newcastle city centre investment and an aim of 400 pubs.strongProperty, offices and facilitiesSeveral dated reports describe pub openings in Newcastle and London and a push towards 400 pubs. Its homepage says pubs are refurbished to a high standard, so each opening may need design, building and fit-out work.Who would buy it: Property or Estates DirectorWhat could help: Pub refurbishment and fit-out contractors, interior design services, kitchen and bar equipment, furniture, signage and building servicesBased on: its own homepage; The Morning Advertiser: Amber Taverns invests £3m in Newcastle city centre pub, 29 Oct 2026; The Caterer: Amber Taverns invests £3m to open first Newcastle pub, 28 Oct 2026; The Morning Advertiser: Amber Taverns eyes 400 pubs as expansion accelerates, 27 Oct 2026; The Morning Advertiser: Amber Taverns to open first pub inside M25, 28 Sep 2026
- May need pub-level technology such as tills, wifi, audio-visual and sports TV systems and booking tools, as the estate grows towards 400 pubs and enters new regions.moderateIT and infrastructureThe homepage stresses audio-visual packages, sports coverage and bookable entertainment. Expansion into new areas such as London and Newcastle may mean more sites to equip and support.Who would buy it: Head of IT or Operations DirectorWhat could help: EPOS and payment systems, audio-visual and broadcast equipment, venue wifi and networking, managed IT support, booking softwareBased on: its own homepage; The Morning Advertiser: Amber Taverns eyes 400 pubs as expansion accelerates, 27 Oct 2026; The Morning Advertiser: Amber Taverns to open first pub inside M25, 28 Sep 2026; The Caterer: Amber Taverns invests £3m to open first Newcastle pub, 28 Oct 2026
- May need acquisition and funding support, and finance systems that cope with a larger estate, after reports of rising sales and profits and a 400-pub ambition.tentativeFinance and accountingReported growth in sales and profits alongside continued openings and pub purchases may mean more property deals and financing to manage. The homepage also invites pub sellers to get in touch.Who would buy it: Chief Financial OfficerWhat could help: Property finance and lending, due diligence and valuation services, multi-site financial reporting and budgeting softwareBased on: The Caterer: Amber Taverns sales and profits rise as it readies for London debut, 28 Sep 2026; The Morning Advertiser: Amber Taverns eyes 400 pubs as expansion accelerates, 27 Oct 2026; its own homepage
The evidence (3)
- LeadershipCEO appointment reportedReport a problemReported by The Caterer on 13 Aug 2026: Richard Lewis appointed CEO of Amber Taverns
- MentionsNamed by 3 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemThe Morning Advertiser, 13 Aug 2026: Amber Taverns names Richard Lewis chief executive
The Caterer, 13 Aug 2026: Richard Lewis appointed CEO of Amber Taverns
The Morning Advertiser, 13 Aug 2026: Amber Taverns eyes 25 pub acquisitions annually under Richard Lewis
The Morning Advertiser, 28 Sep 2026: Amber Taverns to open first pub inside M25
The Caterer, 28 Sep 2026: Amber Taverns sales and profits rise as it readies for London debut
MCA Insight, 29 Sep 2026: Amber Taverns: ‘London expansion will always be opportunity led’ | Interviews
and 3 more - AI assistantsNamed in 3 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK restaurant, pub and bar groups are expanding fastest?": 3 of 6
- 5FACEGYMfacegym.comScore 25
FACEGYM sells facial skincare, electrical face tools and a membership of facial workouts, online, through retailers such as Sephora and Selfridges, and in its own studios in the UK and USA. It also runs studios inside department stores and a franchise studio in Liverpool.
- 7 UK roles posted since 1 Aug (14 in all)
- New office: Facegym to open first standalone Manchester studio on Kings Street
What it may be in the market for
Our reading of the evidence above, not something the company has said.
- May need studio booking, scheduling and rota software, plus client membership and retention tools, to run a growing network of studios across the UK and US.strongOperations and supply chainIt has posted 14 roles, 7 of them since 1 August, mostly studio managers and therapists across London, Liverpool, New York and Los Angeles. The adverts stress rebooking, memberships, occupancy, and cover for leave and call-outs across several sites, which suggests heavy scheduling and retention work.Who would buy it: Head of Studio OperationsWhat could help: Appointment booking and rota software, membership and loyalty platforms, point-of-sale and client CRM, studio performance reporting toolsBased on: 7 UK roles posted since 1 Aug (14 in all), 27 Oct 2026; role posted: Studio Manager UK, 27 Oct 2026; role posted: Studio Manager, 21 Sep 2026; role posted: Studio Manager LA, 14 Sep 2026; advert for Studio Manager UK, posted 27 Oct 2026; advert for Esthetician and Front of House - New York, posted 29 Sep 2026; advert for Studio Manager LA, posted 14 Sep 2026
- May need shopfitting, interior design and studio fit-out services for the new standalone Manchester studio on Kings Street and other new sites.moderateProperty, offices and facilitiesA news item reports it will open its first standalone Manchester studio. A new franchise studio in Liverpool and new markets 'to launch soon' also suggest more openings.Who would buy it: Head of Retail Property and Studio DevelopmentWhat could help: Studio design and fit-out contractors, treatment room furniture and equipment, signage, cleaning and hygiene suppliesBased on: Facegym to open first standalone Manchester studio on Kings Street, 2 Sep 2026; advert for Beauty therapist, posted 13 Oct 2026; advert for Studio Manager UK, posted 27 Oct 2026
- May need recruitment, onboarding and training platforms for beauty therapists and estheticians across several sites and two countries.moderateHR, people and payrollThe company advertises many therapist and esthetician roles in the UK and US, and the adverts mention bootcamp training in its methods and licence checks in New York. That suggests a steady need to hire, certify and train staff in volume.Who would buy it: Head of PeopleWhat could help: Applicant tracking and hiring tools, learning management and training content platforms, workforce scheduling and payroll systems for hourly staffBased on: 7 UK roles posted since 1 Aug (14 in all), 27 Oct 2026; role posted: Beauty therapist, 13 Oct 2026; role posted: Esthetician and Front of House, 29 Sep 2026; role posted: Esthetician, 29 Sep 2026; role posted: Trainer (Beauty Therapist), 11 Aug 2026; advert for Esthetician and Front of House - New York, posted 29 Sep 2026; advert for Esthetician - New York, posted 29 Sep 2026
The evidence (2)
- Hiring7 UK roles posted since 1 Aug (14 in all)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 27 Oct 2026
- New officeFacegym to open first standalone Manchester studio on Kings StreetReport a problemOn its own site, 29 Oct 2026: India listed among the company's offices on its own site
Reported by theindustry.beauty on 2 Sep 2026
Reported by newindianexpress.com on 16 Sep 2026: Face the workout with FACEGYM
Reported by redical.com on 22 Sep 2026: FACEGYM OPENS THE DOORS TO YORKSHIRE'S FIRST FACIAL WORKOUT STUDIO AT VICTORIA LEEDS
and 2 more sources
- 6Chickpea Groupchickpea.groupScore 24
Chickpea Group runs a handful of pubs with rooms and a pizza shop in the South West of England, serving food made with local produce to diners and overnight guests.
- Acquisition reported
- Named by 2 news or web sources since 1 Aug
What it may be in the market for
Our reading of the evidence above, not something the company has said.
- May need shopfitting, kitchen and refrigeration equipment and fit-out services for a new roadside deli and provisions store, and for a possible cinema site, given the reported acquisition.strongProperty, offices and facilitiesNews reports a roadside deli and provisions store at a Wiltshire EV charging hub, and an event reports a reported acquisition of a cinema in Marlborough. New sites suggest fit-out and equipment needs.Who would buy it: Operations DirectorWhat could help: Shopfitting, commercial kitchen, bakery and deli counter equipment, refrigeration, signage and construction project managementBased on: Insider Media: Retail store with butcher, bakery and deli confirmed for Wiltshire EV…, 1 Oct 2026; The Caterer: Chickpea Group to open roadside deli and provisions store, 30 Sep 2026; Acquisition reported, 15 Oct 2026
- May need retail point-of-sale, stock management and supplier ordering systems for a store with a butcher, bakery and deli, which is a different model from its pubs.moderateOperations and supply chainThe new store covers fresh food retail, which differs from hospitality bookings and table service. It may need tools for stock, wastage and supplier ordering across more sites.Who would buy it: Operations DirectorWhat could help: Retail EPOS, inventory and wastage software, wholesale ordering platforms and food suppliersBased on: Insider Media: Retail store with butcher, bakery and deli confirmed for Wiltshire EV…, 1 Oct 2026; The Caterer: Chickpea Group to open roadside deli and provisions store, 30 Sep 2026
- May need finance reporting, budgeting and multi-site accounting tools after appointing its first chair and reporting a further acquisition.tentativeFinance and accountingA first chair and a new site purchase suggest a group moving into a more formal growth phase. Board-level reporting and tracking of site performance may become more important.Who would buy it: Chief Financial OfficerWhat could help: Cloud accounting, group consolidation and reporting software, and budgeting tools for multi-site hospitalityBased on: The Caterer: Chickpea Group appoints Laine Pub Company co-founder as its first chair, 28 Sep 2026; Acquisition reported, 15 Oct 2026
The evidence (2)
- AcquisitionAcquisition reportedReport a problemReported by marlborough.news on 15 Oct 2026: Marlborough's Parade Cinema is being sold
- MentionsNamed by 2 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemThe Caterer, 28 Sep 2026: Chickpea Group appoints Laine Pub Company co-founder as its first chair
The Caterer, 30 Sep 2026: Chickpea Group to open roadside deli and provisions store
Insider Media, 1 Oct 2026: Retail store with butcher, bakery and deli confirmed for Wiltshire EV charging hub
- 7The Walcot Groupthewalcotgroup.comScore 21
The Walcot Group is a family-owned collection of restaurants and hospitality businesses in the South West of England, including pasta restaurants, a butcher and pubs in Bath, Frome, Corsham and now Cardiff.
- Staff rose from 162 to 232 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accounts
- New office: Cardiff welcomes new Italian restaurant serving fresh pasta from £8
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
What it may be in the market for
Our reading of the evidence above, not something the company has said.
- May need rota, payroll and onboarding software for a fast-growing hospitality workforce, as staff rose 43% in 2025 and new sites are opening.strongHR, people and payrollHeadcount went from 162 to 232 in a year and further openings are listed as coming soon, so scheduling, payroll and onboarding across more sites may get harder to run by hand.Who would buy it: Head of People or Operations DirectorWhat could help: Workforce scheduling, hospitality payroll, HR and onboarding software, and training and compliance toolsBased on: Staff rose from 162 to 232 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accounts, 31 Dec 2025; its own homepage; Hospitality & Catering News: Walcot Group Opens Second Solina Restaurant in Cardiff -…, 16 Oct 2026
- May need kitchen fit-out, equipment and ingredient supply for new openings, as a second Solina has opened in Cardiff and more sites are coming soon.strongOperations and supply chainThe homepage lists the White Hart, a Bristol site and another Cardiff opening as coming soon, which suggests buying for fit-outs, kitchens and regular food supply across more locations.Who would buy it: Operations Director or Head ChefWhat could help: Catering equipment, fit-out and furniture, wholesale food and drink supply, and stock and purchasing softwareBased on: its own homepage; Cardiff welcomes new Italian restaurant serving fresh pasta from £8, 8 Oct 2026; Hospitality & Catering News: Walcot Group Opens Second Solina Restaurant in Cardiff -…, 16 Oct 2026
- May need multi-site finance tooling such as consolidated reporting, spend control and EPOS integration as the group adds sites.tentativeFinance and accountingA bigger team and several new venues across cities suggest more transactions, suppliers and sites to track, which may push it beyond simple accounting set-ups.Who would buy it: Finance DirectorWhat could help: Cloud accounting, supplier invoice automation, group reporting and EPOS integration toolsBased on: Staff rose from 162 to 232 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accounts, 31 Dec 2025; its own homepage
The evidence (3)
- New officeCardiff welcomes new Italian restaurant serving fresh pasta from £8Report a problemReported by Hospitality & Catering News on 16 Oct 2026: Walcot Group Opens Second Solina Restaurant in Cardiff - Hospitality & Catering News
Reported by wales247.co.uk on 8 Oct 2026
Reported by ground.news on 16 Oct 2026: Walcot Group Opens Second Solina Restaurant in Cardiff - Staff numbersStaff rose from 162 to 232 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 31 Dec 2025: average staff 232, against 162 the year before
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemHospitality & Catering News, 16 Oct 2026: Walcot Group Opens Second Solina Restaurant in Cardiff - Hospitality & Catering News
- 8WildLandwildland.scotScore 21
WildLand is a Scottish conservation organisation working to a 200 year vision for restoring nature in the Highlands. It also runs guest stays, including castles, lodges and cottages, across the Cairngorms, Loch Ness and Sutherland.
- 5 roles posted since 1 Aug
- Named by 2 news or web sources since 1 Aug
What it may be in the market for
Our reading of the evidence above, not something the company has said.
- May need hospitality operations software, such as booking, rota and housekeeping management tools, as its stays grow across three regions and a new lodge opens in Sutherland.moderateOperations and supply chainThe adverts cite ongoing growth, a new Hope Lodge opening and staff who move between several sites. Running many remote properties with shared front of house and housekeeping teams may call for better scheduling and property management systems.Who would buy it: Head of Hospitality OperationsWhat could help: Property management and booking systems, staff rota and scheduling software, housekeeping and task management apps, guest communication toolsBased on: advert for Front of House - WildLand Sutherland, posted 28 Oct 2026; advert for Housekeeper- WildLand All Regions, posted 5 Oct 2026; 5 roles posted since 1 Aug, 28 Oct 2026; role posted: Front of House, 28 Oct 2026
- May need restoration, fit-out, furnishing and kitchen equipment suppliers for newly acquired and revamped properties, given news of an estate purchase and a Loch Ness pub redevelopment.moderateProperty, offices and facilitiesNews from August and September reports an estate acquisition and approval to revamp a Loch Ness pub, and the adverts mention newly opened and restored properties with high-specification kitchens. Each project may need fit-out and supply work.Who would buy it: Estates and Property DirectorWhat could help: Interior fit-out and furnishings, commercial kitchen equipment, linen and laundry services, building and restoration contractorsBased on: Insider Media: One of Scotland’s richest men acquires 17th century estate, 17 Sep 2026; BBC News: Scotland's richest man gets go-ahead to revamp Loch Ness pub, 6 Aug 2026; advert for Front of House - WildLand Sutherland, posted 28 Oct 2026; advert for Sous Chef- WildLand All Regions, posted 28 Oct 2026
- May need recruitment advertising, onboarding and staff accommodation or benefits services, as it posted five roles since August and held a recruitment fair for hospitality staff.tentativeHR, people and payrollThe hiring covers chefs, front of house and housekeeping across remote sites, and the fair ran across several role types. Attracting and keeping staff in rural areas may call for outside recruitment and benefits support.Who would buy it: Head of PeopleWhat could help: Hospitality recruitment platforms, onboarding and HR systems, employee benefits providers, staff housing servicesBased on: 5 roles posted since 1 Aug, 28 Oct 2026; advert for Recruitment Fair CV Drop, posted 1 Oct 2026; role posted: Recruitment Fair CV Drop, 1 Oct 2026; advert for Chef de Partie - WildLand All Regions, posted 28 Oct 2026
The evidence (2)
- Hiring5 roles posted since 1 AugReport a problemIts jobs page, read 28 Oct 2026
- MentionsNamed by 2 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemBBC News, 6 Aug 2026: Scotland's richest man gets go-ahead to revamp Loch Ness pub
Insider Media, 17 Sep 2026: One of Scotland’s richest men acquires 17th century estate
- 9Flat Ironflatironsteak.co.ukScore 21
Flat Iron runs steak restaurants in London, Brighton, Bristol, Cambridge, Leeds and Manchester, selling steak and sides to diners at good-value prices. It also sells gift cards and takes table bookings through its website.
- Named in 8 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- New office: Exact date Flat Iron is opening in Birmingham and how to get 50 per cent off
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
What it may be in the market for
Our reading of the evidence above, not something the company has said.
- May need site-opening supplies and services for a new Birmingham restaurant, such as kitchen equipment, fit-out and food and drink supply, given the opening reported in September 2026.strongOperations and supply chainA Birmingham opening is reported for September 2026 and the company has been named the fastest-growing UK hospitality business. Another site on top of rapid growth suggests it may keep buying for new openings.Who would buy it: Chief Operating OfficerWhat could help: Commercial kitchen equipment, restaurant fit-out and furniture, food and drink wholesale supply, uniforms, and site-launch servicesBased on: Exact date Flat Iron is opening in Birmingham and how to get 50 per cent off, 8 Sep 2026; Restaurant Online: Flat Iron named fastest-growing UK hospitality business, 3 Sep 2026
- May need restaurant technology that scales across more sites, such as booking, point-of-sale and workforce scheduling, since it is adding Birmingham and is named a fast-growing business.moderateIT and infrastructureThe homepage shows online table booking and gift cards across six cities, and a seventh is being added. More sites may mean a need for tools that keep booking, payments and rotas consistent.Who would buy it: Head of ITWhat could help: Table booking and payments platforms, point-of-sale systems, rota and labour management software, and gift card platformsBased on: its own homepage; Exact date Flat Iron is opening in Birmingham and how to get 50 per cent off, 8 Sep 2026; Restaurant Online: Flat Iron named fastest-growing UK hospitality business, 3 Sep 2026
- May need marketing and CRM tools for launch promotions and its newsletter, given the 50 per cent off offer reported around the Birmingham opening and the email sign-up on its homepage.tentativeMarketing and brandA launch discount in a new city suggests it may run a local campaign. The newsletter sign-up shows it collects customer emails, which could feed email and loyalty tools.Who would buy it: Head of MarketingWhat could help: Email marketing and CRM platforms, local advertising, PR support, and loyalty and offers softwareBased on: Exact date Flat Iron is opening in Birmingham and how to get 50 per cent off, 8 Sep 2026; its own homepage
The evidence (3)
- New officeExact date Flat Iron is opening in Birmingham and how to get 50 per cent offReport a problemOn its own site, 29 Oct 2026: Birmingham listed among the company's offices on its own site
Reported by birminghammail.co.uk on 8 Sep 2026 - MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemRestaurant Online, 3 Sep 2026: Flat Iron named fastest-growing UK hospitality business
- AI assistantsNamed in 8 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK hospitality and leisure companies are growing fastest right now?": 4 of 6
"Which UK restaurant, pub and bar groups are expanding fastest?": 3 of 6
"What are the fastest-growing hospitality and leisure operators outside London, in places like Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds and Edinburgh?": 1 of 6
- 10Travel Chaptertravelchapter.comScore 19
Travel Chapter is a holiday letting agency that works with owners of holiday homes across the UK and Ireland. It is the company behind the holidaycottages.co.uk brand and lets properties to guests, from cottages to treehouses.
- 9 roles posted since 1 Aug
What it may be in the market for
Our reading of the evidence above, not something the company has said.
- May need field-service and property-operations software for scheduling housekeepers, tradespeople and maintenance, given nine roles posted since August and a new Bridport office.moderateOperations and supply chainProperty Manager and Property Service Manager adverts describe coordinating housekeepers and contractors, managing turnaround schedules and rotas across regions, and keeping records up to date. A new Bridport office and five housekeeper roles suggest the regional network is growing, so scheduling and compliance tooling may be under strain.Who would buy it: Head of Property ServicesWhat could help: Job scheduling and dispatch software, housekeeping and changeover management tools, contractor management platforms, property inspection and compliance appsBased on: advert for Property Manager, posted 26 Oct 2026; advert for Property Service Manager, posted 12 Oct 2026; 9 roles posted since 1 Aug, 26 Oct 2026; role posted: Housekeeper, 20 Oct 2026; role posted: Housekeeper, 20 Oct 2026; role posted: Housekeeper, 20 Oct 2026; role posted: Housekeeper, 20 Oct 2026; role posted: Housekeeper, 20 Oct 2026; advert for Housekeeper, posted 20 Oct 2026
- May need payment reconciliation and owner-payout automation, as the Finance Assistant advert describes weekly and monthly owner payment runs, refunds and discrepancy checks done heavily in Excel.tentativeFinance and accountingThe role depends on spreadsheets to investigate errors between booking platforms and payments to homeowners. A fixed-term hire for this work suggests the process is manual and may benefit from tooling.Who would buy it: Finance DirectorWhat could help: Payment reconciliation software, accounts payable and payout automation, rental-sector accounting integrations, owner statement toolsBased on: advert for Finance Assistant, posted 22 Oct 2026; role posted: Finance Assistant, 22 Oct 2026
The evidence (1)
- Hiring9 roles posted since 1 AugReport a problemIts jobs page, read 26 Oct 2026
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- 11Farmer Jfarmerj.comScore 18
Farmer J is a UK food business that cooks seasonal food from scratch on site at its own restaurants, which it calls farms, and offers click and collect. It sells to the public, with a new site at Ludgate.
- Staff rose from 265 to 406 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accounts
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 265 to 406 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 28 Dec 2025: average staff 406, against 265 the year before
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemRestaurant Online, 2 Oct 2026: Farmer J reports 50% increase in revenue
- 12WatchHousewatchhouse.comScore 17
- Named in 5 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- New office: How Much Will Coffee Drinkers Pay? WatchHouse Bets $32 a Cup
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (3)
- New officeHow Much Will Coffee Drinkers Pay? WatchHouse Bets $32 a CupReport a problemReported by Bloomberg on 7 Aug 2026
Reported by news.bloomberglaw.com on 7 Aug 2026: NYC’s $32 Pour-Over Coffee Chain Is Expanding With New Stores
Reported by teaandcoffee.net on 20 Aug 2026: WatchHouse expands London footprint with new Borough coffeehouse - Tea & Coffee Trade Journal
Reported by filter.coffee on 20 Aug 2026: filter · WatchHouse expands London footprint with new Borough coffeehouse - MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemBloomberg, 7 Aug 2026: How Much Will Coffee Drinkers Pay? WatchHouse Bets $32 a Cup
- AI assistantsNamed in 5 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK coffee shop, café and quick-service food chains are expanding fastest?": 3 of 6
"Which British hospitality and leisure companies have raised significant investment or made acquisitions in the last few months?": 2 of 6
- 13Incipio Groupincipio-group.co.ukScore 17
- New office: Incipio Group to open 265-cover Italian restaurant at London’s Olympia
- Named by 3 news or web sources since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- New officeIncipio Group to open 265-cover Italian restaurant at London’s OlympiaReport a problemReported by The Caterer on 9 Sep 2026
Reported by amuse-media.com on 10 Sep 2026: Juno at Olympia opens with 265 covers on 16 October
Reported by lexpress-franchise.com on 11 Sep 2026: Incipio Group opens 'UK's largest' Italian restaurant - MentionsNamed by 3 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemThe Caterer, 9 Sep 2026: Incipio Group to open 265-cover Italian restaurant at London’s Olympia
Restaurant Online, 10 Sep 2026: Incipio Group to open ‘UK’s largest Italian restaurant’
Hospitality & Catering News, 10 Sep 2026: Juno to Open as UK’s Largest Italian Restaurant at Olympia - Hospitality & Catering News
- 14The Sushi Cothesushico.comScore 16
- Took control of THE SUSHI CO (WALTHAMSTOW) LTD
The evidence (1)
- AcquisitionTook control of THE SUSHI CO (WALTHAMSTOW) LTDReport a problemCompanies House filing, 21 Sep 2026
- 15The Club Companytheclubcompany.comScore 16
- Acquisition reported
The evidence (1)
- AcquisitionAcquisition reportedReport a problemReported by golfbusinessnews.com on 4 Sep 2026: Golf Business News - Moor Allerton acquired by The Club Company
Reported by golfindustryukeu.com on 12 Sep 2026: The Club Company Acquires Historic Moor Allerton Golf Club in Yorkshire
- 16The Beefy Boysthebeefyboys.comScore 15
- New office: The Beefy Boys opens Exeter restaurant in former BrewDog bar
- Named by 2 news or web sources since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- New officeThe Beefy Boys opens Exeter restaurant in former BrewDog barReport a problemReported by Insider Media on 16 Sep 2026: Celebrated burger brand continues expansion with seventh UK restaurant - opens at Exeter shopping centre
Reported by business-live.co.uk on 16 Sep 2026 - MentionsNamed by 2 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemInsider Media, 16 Sep 2026: Celebrated burger brand continues expansion with seventh UK restaurant - opens at Exeter shopping centre
The Caterer, 7 Oct 2026: Beefy Boys to open eighth restaurant in former BrewDog site
- 17Gordon Ramsay Restaurantsgordonramsayrestaurants.comScore 15
- New office: Gordon Ramsay launches riverside restaurant at Sea Containers on London’s South Bank
- Named by 2 news or web sources since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- New officeGordon Ramsay launches riverside restaurant at Sea Containers on London’s South BankReport a problemOn its own site, 29 Oct 2026: London listed among the company's offices on its own site
Reported by theupcoming.co.uk on 7 Sep 2026 - MentionsNamed by 2 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemHotel Owner, 12 Aug 2026: Gordon Ramsay restaurant opens reservations at Sea Containers
Restaurant Online, 2 Oct 2026: Turnover tops £100m at Gordon Ramsay Restaurants
- 18Cornish Bakerythecornishbakery.comScore 15
- New office: Bakery group draws on South West artistic talent for latest opening in historic building
- Named by 2 news or web sources since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- New officeBakery group draws on South West artistic talent for latest opening in historic buildingReport a problemReported by TheBusinessDesk on 24 Aug 2026
Reported by hospitality-week.co.uk on 25 Aug 2026: Cornish Bakery opens new store in Witney
Reported by oxfordmail.co.uk on 25 Aug 2026: Independent businesses rally around new chain in Oxfordshire town - MentionsNamed by 2 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemTheBusinessDesk, 24 Aug 2026: Bakery group draws on South West artistic talent for latest opening in historic building
Hospitality & Catering News, 21 Sep 2026: Cornish Bakery Reports Record Start for Witney Opening - Hospitality & Catering News
TheBusinessDesk, 21 Sep 2026: Latest Cornish Bakery outlet rises to the challenge with sales 50% above forecast
- 19St. Clementstclement.co.ukScore 15
- New office: Man of the moment: Nick Jones is back with London’s chicest new hotel
- Named by 2 news or web sources since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- New officeMan of the moment: Nick Jones is back with London’s chicest new hotelReport a problemOn its own site, 29 Oct 2026: London listed among the company's offices on its own site
Reported by houseandgarden.co.uk on 20 Aug 2026
Reported by pblmagazine.co.uk on 24 Aug 2026: Inside the London hotel where guests can leave with a full skincare routine - MentionsNamed by 2 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemCity AM, 29 Sep 2026: Soho House founder's new hotel could rebirth London nightlife
Evening Standard, 28 Oct 2026: St Clement: London's most exciting hotel opening in years
- 20SushiDogsushidog.co.ukScore 14
- New office: SushiDog lands at Boxpark Camden
- Director appointed: Hannah Rachel Goldstein
- Director appointed: Chloe Olivia Ilsen
The evidence (3)
- New directorDirector appointed: Hannah Rachel GoldsteinReport a problemCompanies House filing, 22 Oct 2026
- New directorDirector appointed: Chloe Olivia IlsenReport a problemCompanies House filing, 22 Oct 2026
- New officeSushiDog lands at Boxpark CamdenReport a problemOn its own site, 29 Oct 2026: Camden listed among the company's offices on its own site
Reported by qsrmedia.co.uk on 4 Aug 2026
Reported by qsrmedia.com on 4 Aug 2026
Reported by london-now.co.uk on 7 Aug 2026: SushiDog opens new Boxpark Camden restaurant this weekend
- 21Popeyespopeyesuk.comScore 14
- Named in 5 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- Named by 2 news or web sources since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- MentionsNamed by 2 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemThe Caterer, 29 Sep 2026: Popeyes UK reaches record turnover amid rapid expansion
Financial Times, 15 Oct 2026: Fried chicken bucks UK fast-food trend - AI assistantsNamed in 5 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK coffee shop, café and quick-service food chains are expanding fastest?": 4 of 6
"Which UK hospitality and leisure companies are growing fastest right now?": 1 of 6
- 22The Salad Projectsaladproject.co.ukScore 14
- Named in 2 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- New country: Florian de Chezelles: ‘We’re only as good as the last salad we’ve made’ | Weekend Press
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (3)
- New countryFlorian de Chezelles: ‘We’re only as good as the last salad we’ve made’ | Weekend PressReport a problemReported by MCA Insight on 13 Sep 2026
Reported by resto.zepros.fr on 18 Sep 2026: Exclu : The Salad Project ouvre à Paris, rencontre avec Florian de Chezelles, le cofondateur - MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemMCA Insight, 13 Sep 2026: Florian de Chezelles: ‘We’re only as good as the last salad we’ve made’ | Weekend Press
MCA Insight, 12 Oct 2026: The Salad Project: ‘We’re a team of creative foodies, but we’re actually behaving like a tech team’ | Interviews - AI assistantsNamed in 2 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which British hospitality and leisure companies have raised significant investment or made acquisitions in the last few months?": 2 of 6
- 23Starboard Hotelsstarboardhotels.comScore 13
- Named in 2 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- Named by 3 news or web sources since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- MentionsNamed by 3 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemHotel Owner, 8 Sep 2026: Starboard Hotels and LaSalle acquire seven Accor hotels across UK
MCA Insight, 8 Sep 2026: Starboard Hotels acquires seven-strong Accor portfolio | News
TheBusinessDesk, 8 Sep 2026: Hotels owner and operator swells portfolio by acquiring seven more properties - AI assistantsNamed in 2 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which British hospitality and leisure companies have raised significant investment or made acquisitions in the last few months?": 2 of 6
- 24Brocket Hall Estatebrocket-hall.co.ukScore 13
- 5 roles posted since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- Hiring5 roles posted since 1 AugReport a problemIts jobs page, read 9 Oct 2026
- 25Maison Estellemaisonestelle.comScore 12
- Director appointed: Conor O'Leary
- Named by 2 news or web sources since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- New directorDirector appointed: Conor O'LearyReport a problemCompanies House filing, 15 Oct 2026
- MentionsNamed by 2 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemThe Telegraph, 25 Sep 2026: Mayfair club shut for weeks over public safety fears
BBC News, 26 Sep 2026: Mayfair club closes as Met investigates weapon claim
- 26Signature Groupsignaturepubs.co.ukScore 12
- New office: Understory cocktail bar aims to shake up Edinburgh’s West End
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- New officeUnderstory cocktail bar aims to shake up Edinburgh’s West EndReport a problemOn its own site, 29 Oct 2026: Edinburgh listed among the company's offices on its own site
Reported by sltn.co.uk on 24 Aug 2026 - MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemBBC News, 28 Oct 2026: Bid to allow unaccompanied 12 to 15-year-olds into Edinburgh pubs
- 27Splendid Hospitality Groupshg.co.ukScore 12
- New office: Splendid Hospitality Group invests £1.6m into KFC division
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- New officeSplendid Hospitality Group invests £1.6m into KFC divisionReport a problemReported by The Caterer on 14 Aug 2026
On its own site, 20 Aug 2026: Splendid Hospitality Group expands KFC portfolio with two new Northeast openings
Reported by hospitality-week.co.uk on 14 Aug 2026: Splendid Hospitality Group expands KFC portfolio with two North East openings
Reported by hospitality-week.co.uk on 20 Aug 2026: Splendid Hospitality Group expands KFC portfolio with two Northeast openings - MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemThe Caterer, 14 Aug 2026: Splendid Hospitality Group invests £1.6m into KFC division
- 28Point A Hotelspointahotels.comScore 12
- New office: Point A Hotels Opens Second Edinburgh Property at St Andrew Square - Hospitality & Catering News
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- New officePoint A Hotels Opens Second Edinburgh Property at St Andrew Square - Hospitality & Catering NewsReport a problemReported by Hospitality & Catering News on 10 Aug 2026
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemHospitality & Catering News, 10 Aug 2026: Point A Hotels Opens Second Edinburgh Property at St Andrew Square - Hospitality & Catering News
- 29Bennett Hay Ltdbennetthay.co.ukScore 12
- Staff rose from 243 to 271 in the year to Mar 2026, in its Companies House accounts
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 243 to 271 in the year to Mar 2026, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 31 Mar 2026: average staff 271, against 243 the year before
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemThe Caterer, 9 Oct 2026: Foodservice Cateys 2026: Business and Industry Caterer of the Year – Bennett Hay
- 30Third Spacethirdspace.londonScore 11
- Named in 2 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- Named by 2 news or web sources since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- MentionsNamed by 2 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemCity AM, 15 Sep 2026: Luxury gym chain Third Space takes record revenue
MCA Insight, 17 Sep 2026: Third Space sees turnover top £100m | News - AI assistantsNamed in 2 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK gym, fitness and leisure operators are opening the most new sites?": 2 of 6
Building 31 to 60
- 31Butcombe Pubs & Innsbutcombe.comScore 10
- Named by 3 news or web sources since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 3 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemThe Caterer, 5 Aug 2026: ‘Not a cash cow’: Butcombe CEO slams hospitality taxation as half-year sales climb
MCA Insight, 5 Aug 2026: Butcombe Group: ‘Major investments in the estate are driving growth’ | News
The Caterer, 18 Aug 2026: ‘We move quickly and we execute quickly’: Butcombe Group on a record-breaking year
The Morning Advertiser, 3 Sep 2026: Hawkstone and Butcombe launch Hops & Glory cask ale
The Morning Advertiser, 17 Sep 2026: Butcombe invests £750k in wedding and events venue
- 32Public House Grouppublichousegroup.comScore 10
- Named by 3 news or web sources since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 3 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemThe Morning Advertiser, 10 Aug 2026: Public House Group appoints Oliver Clifford as MD
The Morning Advertiser, 12 Aug 2026: Public House Group to open The Horses in Clerkenwell
Restaurant Online, 19 Oct 2026: Public House Group to operate The Walmer Castle following BNF Hospitality acquisition
The Caterer, 19 Oct 2026: Public House Group to operate the Walmer Castle pub
The Morning Advertiser, 19 Oct 2026: Public House Group adds Walmer Castle to pub estate
- 33Safestay Hostels & Hotelssafestay.comScore 10
- Named in 1 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- Named by 2 news or web sources since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- MentionsNamed by 2 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemHotel Owner, 21 Aug 2026: Safestay appoints Eliza Maćkiewicz as head of commercial
The Caterer, 26 Oct 2026: Safestay mulls offloading more sites to "strengthen balance sheet" - AI assistantsNamed in 1 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which British hospitality and leisure companies have raised significant investment or made acquisitions in the last few months?": 1 of 6
- 34F1® Arcadef1arcade.comScore 9
- Director appointed: Mathew James Horvath
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- New directorDirector appointed: Mathew James HorvathReport a problemCompanies House filing, 12 Oct 2026
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemMCA Insight, 15 Sep 2026: F1 Arcade in ‘a fast-moving growth phase’ as revenue rises | News
- 35Wrexham AFCwrexhamafc.co.ukScore 9
- Director appointed: Elis Wyn Jones
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- New directorDirector appointed: Elis Wyn JonesReport a problemCompanies House filing, 28 Sep 2026
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemReuters, 21 Sep 2026: Wrexham owners buy Turf pub next to Racecourse Ground
- 36Knoopsknoops.co.ukScore 9
- Director appointed: Rishikumar Bhansali
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- New directorDirector appointed: Rishikumar BhansaliReport a problemCompanies House filing, 21 Sep 2026
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemMCA Insight, 22 Sep 2026: Knoops CEO and property director step down | News
MCA Insight, 23 Sep 2026: Knoops represents one of the ‘most exciting business opportunities’, former CEO says | News
- 37swimswim.co.ukScore 8
- Staff rose from 398 to 419 in the year to Jan 2026, in its Companies House accounts
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 398 to 419 in the year to Jan 2026, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 31 Jan 2026: average staff 419, against 398 the year before
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemBBC News, 20 Aug 2026: Adlington makes free swimming lesson offer after BBC report
- 38Coventry Building Society Arenacbsarena.comScore 8
- Named by 2 news or web sources since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 2 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemBBC News, 19 Aug 2026: Coventry City news: Coventry City announce partnership with Legends Global
TheBusinessDesk, 12 Oct 2026: Coventry Building Society Arena lines up £15m more investment as visitors hit 1.2 million
- 39Thomas Franks Ltdthomasfranks.comScore 8
- Named by 2 news or web sources since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 2 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemThe Caterer, 3 Aug 2026: Growing without compromise: How Thomas Franks diversified beyond education
The Caterer, 11 Sep 2026: Thomas Franks secures BT Group catering contract
Hospitality & Catering News, 5 Oct 2026: Thomas Franks named Accessible Hospitality Alliance Foundation Partner - Hospitality & Catering News
Hospitality & Catering News, 25 Oct 2026: A VISION to Savour - Hospitality & Catering News
- 40Cambridge United Football Clubcambridgeunited.comScore 8
- Funding reported, with the share issue filed at Companies House
The evidence (1)
- FundingFunding reported, with the share issue filed at Companies HouseReport a problemOn its own site, 3 Aug 2026: Share Register Update
Companies House share issue (SH01): shares allotted 24 Jul 2026, £2.0m paid for the shares
- 41Freight Islandescapetofreightisland.comScore 8
- Named in 2 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemHospitality & Catering News, 28 Aug 2026: Freight Island Takes Hospitality Model to Reading Festival - Hospitality & Catering News
- AI assistantsNamed in 2 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"What are the fastest-growing hospitality and leisure operators outside London, in places like Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds and Edinburgh?": 2 of 6
- 42Staycity Groupstaycity.comScore 7
- Named in 6 of 60 AI-assistant answers
The evidence (1)
- AI assistantsNamed in 6 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK hotel and serviced accommodation operators are growing fastest?": 6 of 6
- 43Blacklocktheblacklock.comScore 6
- Named in 1 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemRestaurant Online, 21 Aug 2026: Blacklock sees profits rise in ‘very good year’
- AI assistantsNamed in 1 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"What are the fastest-growing hospitality and leisure operators outside London, in places like Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds and Edinburgh?": 1 of 6
- 44Poolhousepool.houseScore 6
- Named in 1 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemMCA Insight, 6 Aug 2026: Poolhouse can work in ‘many towns and cities' in UK | Interviews
- AI assistantsNamed in 1 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK entertainment and competitive socialising venues are expanding?": 1 of 6
- 45Urban Pubs and Barsurbanpubsandbars.comScore 6
- Named in 1 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemHospitality & Catering News, 15 Oct 2026: Urban Pubs & Bars to Open Third Bat & Ball with £1 Million Tower Hill Investment - Hospitality & Catering News
- AI assistantsNamed in 1 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK entertainment and competitive socialising venues are expanding?": 1 of 6
- 46Gymfinity Kidsgymfinitykids.comScore 6
- Staff rose from 396 to 460 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accounts
The evidence (1)
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 396 to 460 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 31 Dec 2025: average staff 460, against 396 the year before
- 47Outernet Londonouternet.comScore 6
- Staff rose from 60 to 70 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accounts
The evidence (1)
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 60 to 70 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 31 Dec 2025: average staff 70, against 60 the year before
- 48Pepe's Piri Piripepes.co.ukScore 6
- Staff rose from 27 to 30 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accounts
The evidence (1)
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 27 to 30 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 31 Dec 2025: average staff 30, against 27 the year before
- 49Worcestershire County Cricket Clubwccc.co.ukScore 6
- Staff rose from 127 to 143 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accounts
The evidence (1)
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 127 to 143 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 31 Dec 2025: average staff 143, against 127 the year before
- 50360 Play360play.co.ukScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemInsider Media, 29 Oct 2026: Play centre chain strikes deal for Birmingham venue - expected to be a “huge footfall driver”
- 51Arcadearcade-london.comScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemRestaurant Online, 2 Sep 2026: Arcade-backed burger brand Manna to launch debut standalone site
- 52Baller Leagueballerleague.ukScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemBBC News, 18 Aug 2026: Baller League: Sky Sports deal ends, matches go online-only
- 53Barons Pub Company Ltdbaronspubs.comScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemThe Morning Advertiser, 23 Oct 2026: Pubs review staff policies ahead of employment law reforms
- 54Caprinos Pizzacaprinospizza.co.ukScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemHospitality & Catering News, 19 Oct 2026: Caprinos Signs 30-Store Franchise Agreement for Riyadh - Hospitality & Catering News
- 55Coventry City Football Clubccfc.co.ukScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemBBC News, 6 Oct 2026: Coventry City Football Club set to agree £1.6m stadium land deal
- 56Crealy Theme Park & Resortcrealy.co.ukScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemBBC News, 14 Oct 2026: Devon and Cornwall theme parks had boost in summer, bosses say
- 57Galgorm Collectiongalgorm.comScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemInsider Media, 7 Oct 2026: Galgorm Collection agrees five-year partnership with Ballymena Runners
Insider Media, 20 Oct 2026: Galgorm Collection partners with Cambridge House Grammar School Rugby
- 58Grantley Hallgrantleyhall.co.ukScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemBoutique Hotelier, 7 Oct 2026: What happened when Grantley Hall hotel let the TV cameras in
- 59Gulliver's Theme Park Resortsgulliversfun.co.ukScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemHospitality & Catering News, 24 Aug 2026: Land of Lights to Return Across Gulliver’s Theme Park Resorts for Winter 2026 - Hospitality & Catering News
- 60Hand Picked Hotelshandpickedhotels.co.ukScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemThe Caterer, 19 Aug 2026: Hand Picked Hotels snaps up Andrew Stembridge to helm luxury arm
The Caterer, 15 Sep 2026: Hand Picked Hotels agrees to acquire four Cotswold hotels
On the radar 61 to 85
- 61Houston & Hawkeshoustonandhawkes.comScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemThe Caterer, 20 Oct 2026: Houston & Hawkes wins VodafoneThree catering contract
- 62JKS Restaurantsjksrestaurants.comScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemMCA Insight, 14 Oct 2026: Premium restaurant leaders explore overseas growth | News
- 63Lisini Pub Company Ltdlisini.co.ukScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemTheBusinessDesk, 15 Sep 2026: 'We won't sell out' - Lanarkshire pub group's boss on resilience and community
- 64London City Lionesseslondoncitylionesses.comScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemBBC News, 3 Sep 2026: London City Lionesses deal with Nike is biggest women's shirt sponsorship deal, says Michele Kang
- 65Manorview Groupmanorviewhotels.co.ukScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemHotel Owner, 18 Aug 2026: Manorview Group appoints Darren Scott as operations director
- 66McKeever Hotelsmckeeverhotels.comScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemInsider Media, 23 Sep 2026: Hospitality veteran joins board of McKeever Hotels
- 67Montcalm Collectionmontcalmcollection.comScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemCity AM, 21 Oct 2026: Inside the hotel in a former brewery next to the Barbican
- 68Newcastle United Football Clubnufc.co.ukScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemBBC News, 20 Aug 2026: NUFC agree to buy Northumberland training ground site for £190m
- 69Nightcapnightcapgroup.comScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemMCA Insight, 14 Oct 2026: Nightcap in talks over refinancing | News
- 70Nottingham Forestnottinghamforest.co.ukScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemBBC News, 2 Sep 2026: Nottingham Forest: Theodore Giannikos named new chief executive
BBC News, 7 Sep 2026: Edu: Nottingham Forest's global head of football leaves club
BBC News, 16 Sep 2026: New plans approved for Nottingham Forest stadium expansion
- 71Sopwell Housesopwellhouse.co.ukScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemHotel Owner, 20 Aug 2026: Sopwell House appoints new spa director
- 72The Belfry Hotel & Resortthebelfry.comScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemInsider Media, 19 Oct 2026: The Belfry Hotel & Resort launches The Chef Academy - led by experienced culinary director
- 73The Sirius Hotel Groupthesiriushotelgroup.comScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemHotel Owner, 23 Oct 2026: Sirius Hotel Group appoints Shiva Dunga as head of revenue and sales
- 74Yorkshire Wildlife Park Ltdyorkshirewildlifepark.comScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemBBC News, 22 Aug 2026: Yorkshire Wildlife Park in Doncaster to no longer hold Wild Live
- 75Loch Lomond Golf Clublochlomond.comScore 4
- Director appointed: Anna Viktoria Sundell
The evidence (1)
- New directorDirector appointed: Anna Viktoria SundellReport a problemCompanies House filing, 16 Oct 2026
- 76Hoburne Ltdhoburne.comScore 4
- Director appointed: Robert John Mcghee
The evidence (1)
- New directorDirector appointed: Robert John McgheeReport a problemCompanies House filing, 6 Sep 2026
- 77Hibernian Football Clubhibernianfc.co.ukScore 4
- Director appointed: James Brydon
The evidence (1)
- New directorDirector appointed: James BrydonReport a problemCompanies House filing, 18 Aug 2026
- 78Heartwood Innsheartwoodinns.comScore 4
- Named in 3 of 60 AI-assistant answers
The evidence (1)
- AI assistantsNamed in 3 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK hospitality and leisure companies are growing fastest right now?": 3 of 6
- 79The Coffee Housecoffeehouse.co.ukScore 4
- Named in 3 of 60 AI-assistant answers
The evidence (1)
- AI assistantsNamed in 3 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK coffee shop, café and quick-service food chains are expanding fastest?": 3 of 6
- 80Underbelly Limitedunderbelly.co.ukScore 3
- Staff rose from 29 to 30 in the year to Mar 2026, in its Companies House accounts
The evidence (1)
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 29 to 30 in the year to Mar 2026, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 31 Mar 2026: average staff 30, against 29 the year before
- 81TONKOTSUtonkotsu.co.ukScore 3
- Staff rose from 277 to 286 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accounts
The evidence (1)
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 277 to 286 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 28 Dec 2025: average staff 286, against 277 the year before
- 82Paultons Parkpaultonspark.co.ukScore 3
- Staff rose from 736 to 758 in the year to Nov 2025, in its Companies House accounts
The evidence (1)
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 736 to 758 in the year to Nov 2025, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 30 Nov 2025: average staff 758, against 736 the year before
- 83Gravitygravity-uk.comScore 1
- Named in 1 of 60 AI-assistant answers
The evidence (1)
- AI assistantsNamed in 1 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"What are the fastest-growing hospitality and leisure operators outside London, in places like Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds and Edinburgh?": 1 of 6
- 84Snap Fitnesssnapfitness.comScore 1
- Named in 1 of 60 AI-assistant answers
The evidence (1)
- AI assistantsNamed in 1 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK gym, fitness and leisure operators are opening the most new sites?": 1 of 6
- 85Yard Sale Pizzayardsalepizza.comScore 1
- Named in 1 of 60 AI-assistant answers
The evidence (1)
- AI assistantsNamed in 1 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK restaurant, pub and bar groups are expanding fastest?": 1 of 6
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