Overview
- The chain named sites including Bedford, Derby, Peterborough, Bishop Auckland, Maidenhead, Sheffield, Edinburgh Gyle, Paddington and Liverpool Edge Lane.
- Revenue rose 8% to £1.48 billion in the year to February 23, 2025, with operating profit increasing to £146.6 million aided by a one-off receipt.
- Sales momentum continued into the half-year to August, supported by robust customer demand.
- Management warned of ongoing cost pressures this year linked to April wage and tax changes and higher energy costs.
- Mitigation measures include productivity improvements, energy‑efficient grills in the UK and Ireland, and investment in menu and digital, with a target of five further UK openings before the end of February 2026.