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21-May-2024

UK leading fitness franchise investor Empowered Brands announces landmark deal

Empowered Brands, the Milton Keynes headquartered fitness franchise investor spearheading the growth of the UK’s leading gym franchise, énergie Fitness, and Australian-born, innovative boxing and strength training concept, UBX Boxing & Strength, has today announced the signing of a master licence agreement with fit+, a German-based pioneer in staffless gyms with over 250 locations across Europe projecting 2024 turnover in excess of €30m.

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20-May-2024

Snap Fitness celebrates its inspirational network

Leading fitness franchise Snap Fitness had reason to celebrate at its 2024 EMEA Summit with eight winners crowned at a glittering awards night. The awards recognised the outstanding groups and individuals that have contributed to the brand’s ongoing success as it achieved record membership growth in 2023, far exceeding fitness industry averages.

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20-May-2024

Merry Maids Bromley and Orpington raises £2,000 for local charity through a 24-hour sponsored walk

Richard Wall, the owner of Merry Maids Bromley and Orpington can attest to the above having undertaken the demanding task of a 24-hour walk to raise money to support Hope for Grace and Tree of Hope.

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17-May-2024

"One million ways" fresh burger restaurant lights the grill for franchise partners

After seven years spent perfecting the business model and building a cult following across South Yorkshire, URBAN Fresh Burgers & Fries is delighted to announce its readiness to franchise. Offering a streamlined menu with just three core products, burger lovers can create almost one million possible combinations with fresh beef, chicken and veggie patties and 17 free toppings.

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15-May-2024

THE LEAK DETECTIVE FRANCHISE SIGNS UP FIVE NEW RECRUITS

The Leak Detective franchise has signed up five new franchisees in the past few months. They are joining the network from Milton Keynes, Oxford, Birmingham, Humberside and Devon & Cornwall.

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14-May-2024

Heavenly Desserts takes the trophy as "Best Dessert Franchise" in Warwickshire

NATIONWIDE dessert franchise Heavenly Desserts has won the accolade for Best Dessert Franchise in the Warwickshire region at England’s Business Awards. Franchisee Karina Sandher-Jhitta opened the Leamington Spa branch just last year, which took home the award on Sunday 5 May.

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14-May-2024

Chopstix Continues Rapid Growth with New Franchisee Launching in Guildford

The UK’s leading Asian QSR brand, Chopstix, has announced a long-term agreement with established franchise operators, Darren Godfrey and Naomi Godfrey. The multi-unit deal, with Darren and Naomi as franchisees, further accelerates the growth of the Chopstix brand, with Darren and Naomi looking to develop a pipeline of stores across the south of Englan

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14-May-2024

Auntie Anne's celebrated National Pretzel Day IN STYLE!

To celebrate National Pretzel Day, Auntie Anne’s hosted special events across selected Auntie Anne's UK stores with incredible offers, giveaways, and our beloved mascot Mr Twisty - a crowd favourite! The day is dedicated to pretzel lovers and is aimed at expressing gratitude to the customers who have supported the Auntie Anne’s brand over the years.

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14-May-2024

TaxAssist Accountants Ashford welcomes new owner

Jonathan Cook has purchased the practice at Pluto House, Station Road, Ashford from Anthony Royle.

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13-May-2024

Anytime Fitness UK reaches membership milestone with record-breaking start to 2024

Anytime Fitness UK has reached the milestone of 200,000 members and a record 1 million club visits per month in the first quarter of 2024. The brand’s expanding network of clubs and members contributed to an 8.3% increase in revenue in Q1 compared to the same period in 2023; this was also supported by a 4% increase in average member yield. As the UK’s largest fitness franchise, Anytime Fitness has 185 clubs in operation and is on target to sell 25 new franchise licences in 2024.

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