The Revel Collective to file notice to appoint administrators: The Revel Collective – the operator of 65 venues trading predominantly under the Revolution, Revolución de Cuba and Peach Pubs brands, has filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators. The company stated: “As noted, the board has been actively pursuing the formal sale process to identify an acquirer or acquirers for the business. Those discussions are well advanced, and the board anticipates a further announcement in the coming days. Since the transactions being contemplated are not expected to deliver any return to shareholders, the board has resolved to take action to protect creditors. Unless circumstances change, and in accordance with statutory requirements, the board intends to appoint administrators within ten business days. The business will continue to trade and the company will continue to work alongside advisers in order to preserve as much value as possible for all stakeholders as it advances a potential sale of all or parts of the business. Further announcements will be made as appropriate. Trading in the company's ordinary shares on AIM remains suspended pending further notice. It is considered very unlikely that trading will be restored ahead of administrators being appointed.” At the time of launching the sales process in October, the company said a continued period of external challenges had impacted its business and trading performance. The group said despite a satisfactory performance from Peach Pubs, overall group revenue for first quarter of its 2026 financial year was £26.3m, down 7.4% like for like compared to quarter one of 2025, primarily due to a 10.5% reduction in like-for-like sales in the group’s bar business. The Revel Collective features in the Who’s Who of UK Hospitality, which is one of six databases exclusive to Premium Club subscribers. The latest edition was released today (Monday, 26 January) and features 1,387 companies. The companies, listed in alphabetical order, have their most recent developments reported as well as broader information around Ebitda, plans and trading style available. The database merges Companies House information, interviews and other public information to provide an easy to reference and exhaustive guide to the sector. A Premium Club subscription costs an annual sum of £495 plus VAT for operators and £595 plus VAT for suppliers. Companies can now have an unlimited number of people receive access to Premium Club for a year for £995 plus VAT – whether they are an operator or supplier. Email kai.kirkman@propelinfo.com today to sign up.

Stonegate places 22-strong freehold package on market: Stonegate Group, the UK’s largest pub company, has placed 22 freehold pubs spread across England, which are available individually or as small packages, on the market, with a combined value of £17.6m. The free-of-tie properties, which are being marketed by Savills, are all let on long leases with annual Retail Price Index linked rent reviews. The pubs – with guide prices – are Bell, Solihull – £1,250,000 (net initial yield of 7.46%): Bo-Peep, Orpington – £730,000 (7.74%); Bridge Arms, Canterbury – £900,000 (8.38%), Chequers, Norwich – £690,000 (8.50%); Church House Inn, Paignton – £700,000 (9.38%); Crown, Bath – £950,000 (8.52%); Dog and Fox Inn, Bradford-on-Avon – £715,000 (8.31%); Dovecote Inn, Tonbridge – £625,000 (7.88%); Green Man, Welling, London – £950,000 (7.73%); Hobnails Inn, Tewkesbury – £1,075,000 (7.43%); Kings Head, Yarmouth – £865,000 (7.94%); Kyoto Kitchen, Winchester – £875,000 (9.02%); Lamb Inn, Weston-Super-Mare – £475,000 (9.53%); Louisiana, Bristol – £525,000 (8.50%); Market Hotel, Alton – £675,000 (7.92%); Merry Monk, Taunton – £1,200,000 (9.63%); St George’s Vaults, Cheltenham – £450,000 (7.35%); Swan Hotel, Hythe – £710,000 (9.44%); Trout Inn, Cirencester – £800,000 (6.31%); Union Inn, Newton Abbot – £450,000 (8.08%); White Horse Inn, Somerset – £555,000 (7.75%); and World’s End, Northampton – £1,500,000 (8.08%). The average net initial yield across the portfolio is 8.22%. Stuart Stares, director in Savills licensed leisure, said: “Pubs remain one of the most resilient and appealing investment classes in today’s market, underpinned by strong fundamentals such as long-term leases, index-linked rent reviews and strong underlying property value. Investor confidence is being reinforced by improving trading results across the sector, particularly during the Christmas trading period alongside a more optimistic economic background including easing interest rates and steady consumer spending. Consequently, we’re seeing growing demand for well-let pub assets, particularly those offering secure income and long-term growth opportunities.” Earlier this month, Stonegate appointed advisers to help it to streamline its structure. The company, which has more than 4,300 sites in the UK, appointed FRP Advisory as it seeks to implement a series of strategic measures, including simplifying the company’s structure.