Business Manchester

TfGM campaign to highlight the dangers of mindless driving launched by Manchester agency

Olivia McHugh

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20/01/2023

With the help of creative agency for the curious, Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has launched a video-led campaign which aims to highlight common driving distractions and how they may affect safety.

‘Mindless Moments’ educates drivers about the dangers of losing concentration when on the road and how lethal even the smallest of distractions could be, following research from The AA which found that nearly 70% of drivers have their mind on other things while driving.

The series of four short videos shows common place scenarios juxtaposed against driving scenes to reinforce the dangers of people losing concentration at a critical time. These include a dentist eating mid appointment and a barber daydreaming whilst cutting hair.

“We’re delighted to have delivered this work for such a household name within Greater Manchester, especially on a topic as important as road safety, “ says Zoe Tatton, Director of for the curious.

Managed and delivered end-to-end by the for the curious team, the eight week campaign will run across web, social media and display, along with digital out of home displays in key locations around Greater Manchester.

“This campaign is an important milestone in further developing our video and photography offering at for the curious” explains Head of Videography & Photography, Luke Barnett.

Peter Boulton, TfGM’s Head of Highways, said: “It doesn’t take much to become distracted when you’re driving, and one mindless moment can have potentially disastrous consequences, including serious injury or death. for the curious have truly represented this messaging in these hard-hitting short films and digital out of home creative, they’ve shown genuine excitement for the project and have delivered high quality outputs that meet our objective.”

To view the full series and find out more, visit: https://tfgm.com/mindless-moments

The campaign is the first for the curious video campaign of 2023, with the 10 strong team previously delivering video for clients including UK Sport and The National Lottery. The agency, as part of Social Group, became a certified B Corp last year.

100 Embankment becomes 2022’s ‘best performing office’ in Manchester and Salford

Olivia McHugh

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20/01/2023

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Recent takeup figures places development at the forefront of the city’s growth

Salford’s 167,000 square foot Grade A office building, 100 Embankment, has agreed a series of lettings bringing it to c.75% occupancy and confirming its position as the ‘best performing office’ in next year’s figures.

Professional services firm, Deloitte, will occupy 63,840 sq ft of space from early 2024 across three floors of the nine storey tower. Deloitte will also create a bespoke entrance on the ground floor as part of its wider fit out plans.

Infrastructure consulting firm AECOM has also signed up to take almost 20,000 sq ft of space across the fourth floor on a 15-year lease. A comprehensive fit-out project has already commenced.

Flexible workspace provider x+why, has also announced they will be taking the Ground Floor East, first floor and half of the second floor which totals 34,277 sq ft. The operator has sites across London and Birmingham with 100 Embankment being their first co-working space in the North of England.

x+why aims to create a community of mission-led entrepreneurs, movements and leaders. The organisation has recently celebrated B-Corp status due to its commitment to meet high standards of social and environmental performance which aligns with Salford’s accolade of being one of the most sustainable council’s in the region.

The innovative co-working operator will be activating and running the ground floor, reception area and roof terrace on behalf of landlords, Salford City Council. This will bring community collaboration and culture to the building and the wider Embankment estate.

The x+y fit out which includes the reception and communal roof terrace begins on the 1st February with completion in June 2023.

100 Embankment, located in Salford boasts a stunning rooftop terrace amongst other enviable features and is a joint partnership between Ask Real Estate, Tristan Capital Partners and Salford City Council.

Its strong sustainability credentials, contemporary design, matched with its prime location have helped secure this acclaim as Manchester’s best performing office.

Salford City Mayor, Paul Dennett: “These figures speak for themselves. It’s been a really successful period for Embankment in terms of attracting businesses to our city and securing new leasing agreements. The story behind these figures highlights that the decision for the City Council to invest in this development and on-going regeneration of our city was indeed the right one.

“The recent successes further prove that Embankment meets the unique needs of a range of tenants, offering businesses the solutions they need, and whilst the buildings are important the wrap around components, in terms of infrastructure, accessibility, support, transport links and available staffing resource reflect what we already know, that Salford is a great place to do business. As we welcome the likes of Deloitte, AECOM and x+why and others, what I’m most pleased about are the opportunities that these businesses create for our residents and the city itself.”

Andy Westbrook, practice senior partner for Deloitte in the North West: “We’re excited to set down roots at 100 Embankment in early 2024 as we continue to substantially grow our North West practice and further commit to Manchester and the wider region. Our new office space aligns with our commitments to sustainability, wellbeing and digital connectivity and we’re on an exciting journey to create an inspiring and flexible workplace that reflects the needs of our people and clients to connect and collaborate in a way that suits them.”

Jonathan Moore, regional lead at AECOM: “As a global business it is essential that we give our clients and people the very best workplace experience. At 100 Embankment we have chosen well. The location reinforces our commitment to the City Region and ensures we are at the heart of everything a central location can offer. We are excited to be moving in and continuing our work to deliver sustainable legacies through buildings and infrastructure projects across the UK. The building fulfills exacting standards in terms of environmental performance and amenity.”

Rupert Dean, co-founder of x+why: “We are delighted to be opening a space in Manchester. There is a real opportunity right now for businesses to embrace the changing role of the office and we’re looking forward to bringing something dynamic and exciting to Salford and Manchester.

“100 Embankment’s fantastic location and amenities, as well as commitment to ambitious sustainability targets, will make it an appealing destination for new x+why members. We expect high demand from the next generation of entrepreneurs, as well as established multinational enterprises and look forward to bringing like-minded people from the area together to collaborate under one roof.”

Jamie Hills, development manager, Ask Real Estate: “As Development Manager at 100 Embankment appointed by Salford City Council, we are delighted with these three lettings which highlight the quality of the building as one of the region’s leading office developments. The ability to attract global brands is testament to the quality and design of the building and long-term vision for the Greengate neighbourhood.”

100 Embankment is located in the Medieval Quarter of Manchester. The nine-storey building provides 167,000 sq ft of Grade A office space a short walk away from the city-centre with a stunning reception overlooking Manchester Cathedral and a two-tier roof terrace for use by tenants.

Salford City Council is the landlord, whilst Ask Real Estate is performing the development manager role with responsibility for the marketing and lettings strategy. The acting joint leasing agents are Cushman and Wakefield and CBRE.

Holocaust Memorial Day 2023 Remembered by Manchester City Council

Olivia McHugh

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20/01/2023

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Manchester City Council to mark Holocaust Memorial Day 2023

As part of the city of Manchester’s Holocaust Memorial Day, the Tower of Light will be lit and an event will be held at the Central Library in remembrance.

National Holocaust Memorial Day takes place on 27th January and is an opportunity to learn about the past and take action for a better future.

This year, the guiding theme for Holocaust Memorial Day is “Ordinary People”. People across the world are encouraged to consider how ordinary people were involved in all aspects of the Holocaust and, how ordinary people can play a bigger part in challenging prejudice today.

Since 2001, Holocaust Memorial Day has been held on the same day each year and provides people all over the world an opportunity to learn about the Holocaust, Nazi Persecution and the genocides that followed in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia and Darfur, in the hope that there may be one Day in the future with no genocide.

Manchester City Council will be hosting an event to mark Holocaust Memorial Day on the 26 January. The event, entitled ‘Ordinary Perpetrators, Extraordinary Survival- An Audience with Janine Webber BEM, Holocaust Survivor’ has been organised in collaboration with the National Holocaust Centre and Museum and offers people a unique opportunity to hear from a Holocaust survivor.

The event itself is invite only and will be live-streamed for the public on the council channels. More info can be found here:

https://vimeo.com/event/2791907

As part of the event, attendees will see a demonstration of ‘The Forever Project’, which is a AI technology platform created by the National Holocaust Centre and Museum to immortalise conversations with Holocaust survivors. The Forever Project allows people to put thousands of questions to Holocaust survivors even after they have passed away and receive the answers in real time, ensuring that their stories are not lost as time passes. More information can be found here: The Forever Project | The National Holocaust Centre and Museum.

In tandem with this, to show Manchester’s solidarity with Holocaust Memorial Day, the Tower of Light, located in the city centre, will be lit up purple – as part of a national moment of commemoration- from 4pm on 27 January.

Manchester Jewish Museum will also be marking Holocaust Memorial Day with a series of free reflective performances and workshops due to take place on 27 January. The event is titled ‘We Remember Them In Verbs’ and was co-created with a group of young people called ‘Creative Activists’. It explores how people can share the lesser-heard Holocaust stories and connect them with our local communities.

There will be a new exhibition at the museum, musical performances and a baking workshop. Full programme and more information can be found here: https://www.manchesterjewishmuseum.com/season/we-remember-them-in-verbs/.

Councillor Joanna Midgley, Deputy Leader of Manchester City Council said:

“Holocaust Memorial Day acts as an ever-present reminder of the atrocities of the Holocaust. On this annual day we will honour the six million victims and we stand in solidarity with the communities and families affected.

“It is essential for us as a city to unite and reflect on this period. As well as discuss how important it is for us to speak up against prejudice today and, work together to create a welcoming atmosphere for all residents of Manchester.

“This year, we will be distributing resources to schools to educate young people and residents have the unique opportunity to hear from Janine Webster, a Holocaust Survivor who’ll be speaking about her life – I’d like to invite all to join our live stream and watch the event.”

Marc Cave, Director of the National Holocaust Centre and Museum said: “We are delighted to be partnering Manchester City Council to mark Holocaust Memorial Day. It will help ensure that Janine’s testimony is heard far and wide – both in person and through The Forever Project. When listening to witnesses like Janine, it is crucial to join the dots between the hate she experienced in the 1940s and the anti-Jewish racism of today.

“We are seeing a marked rise on social media and even on the street. The myths and conspiracy theories behind it are exactly the same as those which led to the Holocaust.

“Having been a student at Manchester University, I know what a friendly and cosmopolitan place Manchester is. So I’m hopeful that through our partnership with Manchester City Council, we can extend our Museum’s warm community of ‘critical thinkers’, who know how to challenge the misinformation and ignorance upon which all forms of racism are based.”

SANTANDER UK SIGNED BY BARINGS IN NEW SPACE AT LANDMARK, MANCHESTER

Olivia McHugh

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20/01/2023

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Barings Real Estate, one of the world’s largest diversified real estate investment managers, has acquired Santander UK, a wholly owned subsidiary of the major international bank Banco Santander, as occupier for the eighth floor of Manchester City Centre’s Landmark office development.

Santander UK has signed an 11-year lease for the 14,012 sq ft eighth floor at Landmark, cementing its presence in Manchester. The deal follows the recent letting of the thirteenth floor to global business platform, Xero UK and the ninth floor to global audit, tax and consulting firm RSM UK, taking the total lettings at the high-profile building in the final quarter of 2022 to over 40,000 sq ft.

The trio of new occupiers complements the current roster which includes HSBC UK, Allianz Insurance, Grant Thornton, JLL and social enterprise Change Please within the building.

The 180,000 sq ft award-winning Landmark development offers 14 floors of BREEAM Excellent and Wired Score Platinum certified office space in Manchester City Centre. Barings’ focus on well-being, customer experience, sustainability and technological infrastructure at Landmark provides all-important facilities for existing and future tenants, including contactless technologies enabling touch-free movement within the building, a dedicated cycle storage and maintenance hub, high-quality showers and changing facilities, electric car charging spaces and Amazon lockers for package delivery and returns.

Ian Mayhew, Managing Director, UK Asset Management at Barings, said: “Santander UK is a welcome addition to our occupier base at Landmark and we are looking forward to the team becoming operational in their new office. We have invested heavily in our occupier experience and the building’s environmental and technological credentials and we are pleased this is being recognised. We are delighted to have secured over 40,000 sq ft of new lettings at Landmark in Q4 2022 alone. We have strong interest in the remaining last floors and look forward to making further announcements in due course.”

Dan Margolis, senior surveyor in Colliers’ National Offices team who represented Santander UK, added: “The award-winning Landmark is an exceptional workplace in Manchester’s premier business district and every detail from health and wellbeing, customer experience, digital connectivity to the environment has been considered. This, coupled with being located in the same building as other global occupiers will create an excellent working environment for the Santander UK team.”

Leasing agents on Landmark are CBRE and JLL. Santander UK was advised by Colliers.

TAS Hospital Istanbul opening event features two-day training in Rhinoplasty and Facial Plastic Surgery

Noel Alberts

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20/01/2023

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Opening of Istanbul’s Gokturk district hospital celebrated with specialized course in Closed Atraumatic Rhinoplasty, Face Lift, and Neck Lift, led by Prof. Dr. Suleyman TAS

To mark the opening of TAS Hospital in Istanbul, the 4th Closed Atraumatic Rhinoplasty, Face Lift, and Neck Lift Course was held, drawing hundreds of surgeons from around the world. Led by world-renowned surgeon Prof. Dr. Suleyman TAS, the course featured live surgeries and the opportunity for attendees to practice on fresh cadavers. Remote surgeons were able to watch the course online.

Prof. Dr. TAS said: “This year, the course that we organize annually was held in honor of the opening of the TAS Hospital”.

Participating surgeons were given the opportunity to learn more about best practices in different surgical procedures, especially in rhinoplasty, face lift and neck lift from Prof. Dr. TAS, who has been organizing similar courses for domestic and international consumption for the past 6 years, while patients also attended to view the best results from operations. Every year, patients from all over the world visit Turkiye to undergo procedures to alter their appearance, leaving the country more confident and happier. Prof. Dr. Suleyman TAS, who has made a significant contribution to the Turkish health sector, also showcased his book.

RHINOPLASTY, FACE LIFT AND NECK LIFT PROCEDURES BROADCAST LIVE

During the 2-day event, Prof. Dr. Suleyman TAS performed live rhinoplasty, breathing surgery, face lift surgery, a neck lift, facial and fat injection procedures, and gave information to over 100 attendee surgeons about the latest developments and technologies used in these operations. Although there are other courses on rhinoplasty, this event was unique as it included the first-ever comprehensive course in which surgeons were presented with the opportunity to learn about performing procedures encompassing the entire body using cadavers.

STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNOLOGY

Prof. Dr. TAS commented, “We use state-of-the-art technology to achieve the best results before, during, and after the surgery. Micromotor, Fractional Rejuvenation Technology, and Surgical Laser Technologies are just some of the examples of the cutting-edge technologies we use in our procedures. Also, we use our own patented devices to execute any required improvements, transcending the limits set by the current technology. TAS-patented instruments used in operations and the TAS Cast, which offers rapid recovery and pain relief after surgery, are our prominent innovations.”

About TAS Hospital

The TAS Health Group was founded by Prof. Dr. Suleyman TAS. The group’s first clinic, the TAS Aesthetic Surgery Clinic, was opened in Istanbul, followed shortly after by the TAS Global Headquarters, again in Istanbul, aiming to achieve maximum patient satisfaction. TAS Health Group also established TAS Health in London, UK, taking its top-notch services abroad. To offer the best possible services to its patients, TAS Hospital was opened in Istanbul in November with a ceremony attended by over 100 surgeons. The 8-story building has a total indoor area of 5,000 square meters and TAS Hospital employs over 100 experts at the largest private hospital in the most strategic area of Istanbul.

TAS Hospital has a thirty-bed capacity, three operating rooms fully equipped with the latest technology, five hair transplant rooms, three dental treatment rooms, five medical aesthetic rooms, doctor’s polyclinic rooms in 16 different branches, audiometer, radiography, MR, and tomography rooms, 24/7 emergency services, and a medical laboratory, all combined to provide excellent service to patients.

The hospital offers comprehensive services for Plastic Surgery and Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery services (Rhinoplasty, Face Lift, Neck Lift, Fox Eyes, Breast Aesthetics, Hair Transplantation, and Aesthetic Dentistry), Dermatology, Ear Nose and Throat (ENT), Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, Physiotherapy, Orthopedics and Traumatology, Gynecology and Obstetrics, Radiology, General Surgery and Metabolic Surgery, Hair Transplantation, Dental Diseases, Laser Epilation and Beauty Unit, Mammography, Ozone Therapy, Nutrition and Dietician, Psychology, Medical Check Up, and Medical Home Services.

With more than 200 employees worldwide, TAS Health Group continues to take confident and rapid steps to becoming Turkiye’s most prominent health institution.

Why TAS?

Although the word “TAS” taken from the surname of the founder Prof. Dr. Suleyman TAS, it is also an abbreviation that stands for Timeless Aesthetic Surgery. TAS Health Group has chosen to use this brand to reflect the company’s goal of offering health services that transcend time, and to highlight its dedication to perfectionism and pursuing the impossible task of achieving the eternal.

“Using the latest scientific and technological innovation, we at TAS Hospital always offer reliable health services in line with our mission to achieve the best quality.”

Contact:
Ahmet Tas
[email protected]

Oldham’s Old Town Hall to begin next phase of Egyptian Rooms redevelopment

Olivia McHugh

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19/01/2023

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The transformation of the Old Town Hall’s Egyptian Room has reached a huge step forward – with work commencing on the fit-out of the unit.

It’s a significant milestone in the plans for the future of the historic building – which will be transformed into a modern food hall, featuring six casual dining-style food stalls, a bar and a central seating area.

Catering for around 150 people, the Grade Two-listed space will offer both indoor and outdoor seating, as well as a new mezzanine area.

“The Hub” has been awarded the fit-out contract which will see the Egyptian Room converted into a bespoke contemporary food hall, all while preserving its historic character and original features.

The Egyptian Room is a prime example of restoration of Victorian architecture with historical significance. It features original decorative glazed wall and column tiling, parquet and terrazzo flooring, plastered ceilings and original arched windows and doors.

Internal works have now started and are due to be completed during the summer of 2023.

The Council were awarded an external funding grant of £1.1m from the Future High Street Funds towards the costs.

Councillor Amanda Chadderton, Leader of Oldham Council, said: “The historic Old Town Hall is much-loved by many Oldhamers; so it’s fantastic to see it not only being restored to its former glory but also bringing a contemporary food hall experience to our town centre.

“This is one of the final pieces of the jigsaw to fully restore this magnificent historic building, following the opening of the cinema and well-established food outlets. Once opened, the new food hall will add another great offer to Oldham’s growing day and night time leisure experience, along with the other great venues in and around our town centre.

“The regeneration of the space is another vital part of our Creating a Better Place programme – we’re creating a town centre for the future where people will want to live, work, visit and socialise.“I’m also glad that we’ve partnered with The Hub, who have a wealth of experience in fit-out contracts and whose past commissions include the Royal Shakespeare Company, O2 Arena, and Royal Armouries.

“We are currently in negotiations with an operator and will be making an announcement to this end shortly.”

The once derelict grade II-listed Old Town Hall is already home to a seven-screen Odeon cinema, Nandos, Molino Lounge and Bittersweet and Costa Coffee, following redevelopment.

Watch a short video with Council Leader Amanda Chadderton as she talks more about the works

To find out more about the broader regeneration plans, visit: www.oldham.gov.uk/regeneration

BGN set to build new brand for NODE Technologies following win

Olivia McHugh

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19/01/2023

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BGN – the Manchester-based brand-led design and digital agency – has been appointed by NODE Technologies to create a new brand, website and suite of marketing collateral that will launch in Q1 2023. The project will see BGN focus the messaging and creative executions around NODE Technologies being a disruptor in its market.

Since it was established in 2017, NODE Technologies has grown to become a leader in digital connectivity. It was created in response to increasing demand for managed building solutions and promotes best-in-class digital infrastructure, resilience and customer experience through a supplier neutral fibre network, delivered in partnership with a landlord. The solution removes the requirement for wayleaves, expedites tenant connections and reduces business risk to the end user.

Paul Bailey, Client Services Director and founder of BGN, said: “NODE Technologies is a truly innovative business so we are delighted to be working with them. The company’s position as a true disruptor in its marketplace should be celebrated as it sets them apart. Our focus will be on championing that and showcasing the value they add to their clients.”

Christian Anderton, CEO AT NODE Technologies, added: “Right from the outset it was obvious that BGN understood our business and what we wanted to achieve. They delivered some exciting concepts that really resonated with us in delivering on the overhaul of our brand, so we are looking forward to seeing them come to life over the next few months.’”

NEW APPOINTMENTS IN NORTH WEST BUSINESS LEADERSHIP TEAM DIVERSITY GROUPS

Olivia McHugh

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19/01/2023

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The North West Business Leadership Team (NWBLT) are ecstatic to reveal a series of appointments that will manage the organisation’s future all-important work.

Stephen Church, EY Markets Leader for the North of England and Office Managing Partner for Manchester, has been appointed to the Board of the North West Business Leadership Team. Stephen replaces Richard Topliss who has recently retired as Regional Managing Director of NatWest after making a significant contribution to the NWBLT over several years.

Jonathan Murphy, Chair of the NWBLT (and CEO of Assura):

“I am delighted that Stephen has agreed to join the Board of the NWBLT. Stephen has a wealth of experience and expertise in sectors crucial to our work and I am looking forward to working with him.”

Joëlle Warren, Founder of Warren Partners, remains Deputy Chair of the NWBLT and will continue to champion the Team’s diversity work.

The NWBLT’s aspiring business leadership groups – the Rising Stars, which works to combat the challenges around gender inequality in the workplace by representing the female voice, and the Diversity Drivers, which comprises of Black and Asian aspiring business leader who are committed to advancing diversity and inclusion in the workplace, have welcomed refreshed leadership in 2023.

Warren Middleton, Manchester Office Senior Partner at KPMG, will be joining Sharon Amesu, Director of SA Consulting, as Co-Chair of the NWBLT’s Diversity Drivers. Khurram Hussain, Partner at Warren Partners, has been appointed as Deputy Chair of the group.

Kirsty Rogers, Global Head of ESG and Managing Partner of DWF Manchester Office, will be joining Adam Waller, Manchester Office Senior Partner at PWC, as Co-Chair of the Rising Stars Group with Nicola Kenyon, Partner at Warren Partners, appointed as Deputy Chair of the NWBLT’s Rising Stars.

Joëlle Warren, Founder of Warren Partners and Deputy Chair of the NWBLT, will continue to champion the Team’s diversity work.

Commenting on the appointments, NWBLT Deputy Chair (and Founder of Warren Partners) Joëlle said:

“The North West Business Leadership Team has long recognised the importance of increasing diversity at the top level of businesses across the region. The Rising Stars Group was established to combat the challenges around gender inequality in the workplace. Our Diversity Drivers are central to our work to increase racial and ethnic diversity in senior positions.

“The appointments announced today are further evidence of our commitment to create an inclusive culture in which talent from all our communities can thrive.”

Morgan Sindall Infrastructure growing its footprint in Manchester’s business district with a new office space

Olivia McHugh

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19/01/2023

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Morgan Sindall Infrastructure is opening a new office at the new Gilbanks workspace at 11 York Street in central Manchester. As the company continues to expand, employees will benefit from the new location by having a modern and convenient working environment.

The move will see its employees benefit from an award-winning building and work environment. 11 York Street was recognised as the best new building outside central London and is the only Grade-A new construction in the central business district.

The infrastructure company joins Rolls-Royce SMR and Avison Young in the building owned by Aviva Investors, a division of Aviva plc.

Alex Duckett, managing director of Gilbanks, said: “Morgan Sindall Infrastructure is joining a community of professionals that value productivity and understand the benefits of sharing an office environment with like-minded businesses.

“The location offers easy access to the rail network, alongside fantastic connectivity across the North West. We have had a fantastic response to the launch of Gilbanks at 11 York Street and look forward to announcing further developments soon.”

The building has a BREEAM excellent rating, an EPC A rating and an innovative, fresh air filtration system.

The workspace is set up for task-based and hybrid work to increase efficiency and foster a professional atmosphere. Members will also have access to various event spaces, including a sky suite for events with a view of the city on the eighth level. These spaces could be used for anything from management meetings to exercise classes.

Junkyard Golf Club invests £2.7m and earns Certified Carbon Neutral Status

Olivia McHugh

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19/01/2023

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Junkyard Golf Club invests £2M in new Camden location, reduces emissions by 38%, invests £200K in its team and teases plans to open in US

Manchester-based crazy golf brand Junkyard Golf Club has announced plans to open in Camden, making it their second venue in London and seventh across the country. The opening in 2023 follows a remarkable year for the brand which includes becoming Certified Carbon Neutral, after a full-scale carbon footprint assessment and off-setting programme.

Certified Carbon Neutral

At the start of 2022, Junkyard Golf Club committed to becoming Certified Carbon Neutral by the end of the year.

Junkyard Golf Club has reduced emissions by 38%, removing the carbon equivalent of 4.5 car journeys to the moon and back out of the business. This was achieved through several initiatives, including sourcing electricity from renewable energy providers, and removing single-use plastic cups.

In 2019, Junkyard Golf Club emitted 1611 tonnes of carbon, which has been reduced to 998 tonnes in 2022, as part of their commitment to reduce emissions with support from Carbon Neutral Britain.

Sam Jones, Managing Director of Junkyard Golf Club comments: “Committing to reducing our emissions is an important topic for Junkyard Golf Club and the industry we work in. In response to feedback from our team, we all felt that this was the right path to follow and progress further in.

We are incredibly proud to announce that Junkyard Golf Club is now a Certified Carbon Neutral company, and we will continue to find ways in which to reduce our carbon footprint across all our sites, with next year’s goal to become a zero waste to landfill brand. “ 

Expansion 

Expansion is on the horizon for Junkyard Golf Club as they look to the future by creating a guiding purpose and values that will support their growth program. Part of this investment includes launching their second venue in London, Camden in 2023, which will bring the number of venues in UK to seven, while international expansion is also on the horizon as the crazy golf brand looks to launch their business across the pond in the USA.

The Camden site, located at the former Shaka Zulu restaurant in the heart of Camden Market (The Stables Market, Chalk Farm Rd, London NW1 8AB) will see the company invest £2M in refurbishing the 19,500sq ft venue, making it their biggest to date.

The Camden launch will see Junkyard Golf Club develop their crazy golf theme and ramp up the experiential element to deliver a world-class experience for guests.

Sam Jones: “We look forward to opening Junkyard Golf Club in a fantastic location in Camden, right beside the iconic bridge in one of London’s best cultural hotspots for music, art, and history. Camden will be home to our largest venue, where we can offer our immersive, crazy golf experience to the 100,000 visitors that Camden attracts each weekend.”

The new venue at Camden will create 100 new jobs within the area.

Refurbishments and rebrand

As part of Junkyard Golf Club’s commitment to improving guest experience, £500K has been invested to improve existing venues across UK. Part of this investment has focused on making the golf courses, Bozo, Pablo, Gary, and London’s fourth course Dirk, more immersive, playable, and visually more impressive.

The refurbishment coincided with Junkyard Golf Club’s full rebrand, which was rolled out to improve every touchpoint across the business.

Sam Jones, continues: “Junkyard Golf Club began as a pop-up in 2015 and at the time, we genuinely believed we would only be hosting the pop-up experience for about three weeks”

Seven years, six locations and one pandemic later, it’s obvious we’re here to stay. We are always reviewing our brand position, but this year felt the right time to review our branding and marketing strategy in a way that reflects where we are heading as a company and to strengthen the message that we evolve and stay relevant to our customers.”

Charity Commitments

During this year, Junkyard Golf Club has also raised an astonishing £32K for charities. £14.3K was raised for a charity close to the brand’s heart–Love Support Unite Foundation, by selling 1,430 Love Specs glasses [heart shaped glasses that turn every light into a rainbow of hearts.] All profits went towards helping empower communities in Malawi to help lift communities out of the cycle of poverty into a cycle of sustainability, as well as building schools.

For local LGBTQ+ charities, selected by Junkyard Golf Club’s teams on site, they raised an astonishing £17.7k from selling 3,209 Pride cocktail specials.

Investment in People

In further news, Junkyard Golf Club is proud to share their commitment to being a Real Living Wage employer, meaning their hourly pay structure has increased by 8.1% in London and 10.1% across the rest of the country. The long-term investment in their people is based on Junkyard Golf Club’s values and belief that a team with good compensation and working conditions is best placed to provide the best experience for their guests.

In a further commitment to supporting careers with the company, Junkyard Golf Club has invested £200K in a new team training programme, more than doubling their annual training budget.

Leigh Caroll, Learning and Development Manager says: “Investing in the career development of our teams is core to our people policy, and as part of this programme we spent six weeks on the road training every team across the country on the values of Junkyard Golf Club and putting guests at the heart of the experience.

Introducing eight new modules to focus on brand advocacy and standards, it is vital for us to reconnect with our teams following the impact of Covid, and to bring everyone together as a reminder to have fun at work, while building aspirations for our teams to develop their careers within hospitality.”

Junkyard Golf Club will announce further details regarding their Camden opening in January 2023