WSH acquires coffee chain Notes with plans to support 'ambitious' growth

02 November 2022 by
WSH acquires coffee chain Notes with plans to support 'ambitious' growth

WSH, the parent company of brands including Benugo and Searcys, has acquired coffee and bar chain Notes for an undisclosed sum.

Notes was founded in 2010 and has since grown to 12 sites across the capital after crowdfunding around £2m on Crowdcube.

It serves speciality coffee, craft beers, wines, cocktails and an all-day menu ranging from brunch dishes to a selection of cured meats, cheeses, and small plates in the evening.

Chairman James Horler said the deal was a "very exciting opportunity" for the brand and a "positive move" for both parties. Notes founders Robert Robinson and Fabio Ferreira will remain with the business under WSH.

Noel Mahony, executive director at WSH, said: "Notes offers an exciting new concept for the WSH family; with a London-based roastery and wholesale business, in addition to a day to night concept which has been incredibly successful.

"Notes will benefit from WSH's expertise in supporting ambitious future growth, continuing to work as an autonomous business."

Last month WSH France also acquired the Musiam Paris event catering business, which works with venues including the Musée du Louvre and the Château de Versailles.

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