Welcome to the world of Barracuda Group

Formed in July 2000, the award-winning Barracuda Group operates pubs and bars across England, Wales and Scotland under five principal trading formats: Smith & Jones, Varsity, Barracuda Bar, Juniper and Cape.

Founded by a management team led by Chief Executive Mark McQuater, Barracuda Group’s growth, emphasis on quality and significant future expansion plans have helped it to become one of the top 10 largest managed pub companies in the country.

News & Press

FACE OF VARSITY IS ANNOUNCED
Barracuda’s award-winning Varsity bars brand has crowned customer Carly Knight from Plymouth the ‘Face of Varsity’ as part of its Crazy, Sexy, Cool campaign for 2009.

BARRACUDA ANNOUNCES NEW HEAD OF FOOD

Barracuda Group has announced the appointment of Kate Eastwood as its new Head of Food.

BARRACUDA RECRUITS NORTHERN ADDITION

Barracuda Group has announced the appointment of Richard Jones as an additional Area Manager for its northern team.

BRANCHING OUT IN MANSFIELD

Barracuda Group invested £80,000 into its Smith & Jones estate this week, when it re-opened The Oak pub in Mansfield, Notts.

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VARSITY

Varsity provides a stylish venue at any time of the day or night for many different types of customers, and not just students.
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SMITH & JONES

Smith & Jones bridges the gap between the high street and the suburbs. Pubs typically offer top quality food and drink with excellent standards of service.
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BARRACUDA BAR

Barracuda Bar is a fresh trading format that brings a subtle South African influence from lunchtime dining to an evening out..
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JUNIPER

Juniper offers a warm atmosphere serving cask ale, wine and food combined with exceptional service.
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CAPE

Cape has an extensive wine list, contemporary grazing menu and a South African sense of hospitality that comes complete with full table service.
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