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about barracuda

Based in Marlow, Buckinghamshire, Barracuda Group was formed in July 2000 by a team of investing directors led by Mark McQuater.  Since its start-up it has expanded rapidly and now operates more than 200 managed pubs and bars in England, Scotland and Wales.

Barracuda's focus is on drinks-led retailing supported by an award-winning food operation. It leads the way in setting top quality food, drink and service standards in all of its outlets and develops brands that offer flexibility, allowing each site to be adapted to suit its local marketplace.

It is now one of the top ten largest national managed pub operators in the UK.

Annual turnover is more than £100m and the company employs more than 4,000 people across five main trading formats:

For more detailed information about the company’s growth and trading performance please go to the business section.

Barracuda Group was awarded Managed Pub Company of the Year 2005 and Retail Brand of the Year 2005 and 2006 for its student brand, Varsity, by trade newspaper The Publican.

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