Salisbury Cathedral has extended its contract with Levy Restaurants UK, Compass Group UK & Ireland’s sport, leisure and hospitality sector. The new £6 million deal will see Levy Restaurants UK provide catering services for a further six years and takes this partnership with the Cathedral into its second decade.
The contract extension follows a considerable refurbishment project that has transformed the look and feel of the Cathedral’s Refectory Restaurant. The renovation has allowed Levy Restaurants UK to increase seating capacity by one quarter, opening up the kitchen and increasing counter space, making room for an offering which is very much on trend and includes deli-style sandwiches, salads, homemade bakery and hand-held savouries.
800th anniversary of Magna Carta
2015 sees the 800th anniversary of Magna Carta, of which Salisbury Cathedral holds the best preserved original. Visitor numbers are expected to increase significantly and Salisbury Cathedral wanted a catering team to match its ambitions.
Colin Bailey, Managing Director at Levy Restaurants UK, said; “We’re extremely pleased to see our partnership with Salisbury Cathedral into its 22nd year and really excited to continue delivering fantastic food and service in the Refectory Restaurant following its incredible transformation. Next year is a really important year for the Cathedral and we’re looking forward to working in partnership with them to create a memorable guest experience for their visitors, really showcasing this iconic visitor attraction.”
More information on Levy Restaurant UK’s work with Salisbury Cathedral and a video showcasing the offer can be found here.
Levy Restaurants UK
Levy Restaurants UK is the sports, leisure and hospitality sector of Compass Group UK and Ireland. It is the market leader in the provision of legendary food and drink experiences at some of the UK’s most significant sporting, arena, leisure and heritage venues.
Through strong client partnerships, Levy Restaurants UK creates bespoke food concepts, service standards and pioneering design, implementing a guest-first approach and ongoing innovation at each venue. With a company-wide passion for food, Levy Restaurants UK ensures all of its menus and food experiences feature seasonal dishes, with a strong focus on British ingredients.
The company’s portfolio of clients includes Chelsea Football Club, The O2, Somerset House, Earls Court Olympia, Hever Castle, Salisbury Cathedral, Edinburgh Zoo and Wembley Arena.
As well as providing tailor-made concepts for its clients, Levy Restaurants UK also deliver corporate hospitality, event catering, venue sourcing and leisure support services, through its portfolio of businesses. These include Keith Prowse, Payne and Gunter, Lime Venue Portfolio and LSS.
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