Q&A with Matt Brindley, Property Director at REKOM UK
Name: Matt Brindley
Role: Property Director
Who are REKOM UK?
REKOM UK is owned by REKOM, the largest bar and nightclub operator in the Nordics located in Denmark, Norway and Finland.
Since inception in December 2020, REKOM UK has already proven to be successful, despite the recent lockdown of the hospitality sector, with an annualised turnover of £100m plus and annualised EBITDA of £15m plus.
We offer Landlords a covenant with the potential to grow year on year as the business expands.
Target locations?
We are looking for central locations near to established late night drinking circuits (see below and requirement flyer for target locations)
How many new venues are you targeting?
We have capacity for up to 30 venues per annum.
Size requirements?
Size requirements range from 2,500 – 20,000 sq.ft
Additional requirements?
Ideally ground floor trading with external areas for seating and smoking
Planning consent?
Preferably Sui Generis / A4 but will consider any use subject to change of use.
Freehold or Leasehold?
Leasehold, but will consider Freehold if we can find an investor to acquire.
Recent openings or new venues in the pipeline?
We have recently completed new leases in Cardiff and Birmingham for our Heidi’s Bier Bar concept. We also have other sites in the pipeline.
Contact details:
matt.brindley@rekom.uk / 07775900281
