Leeds bar operator set for expansion with Hentons support

Yorkshire bar operator, Burning Night Group, is aiming to significantly expand with the after appointment of accountancy firm Hentons to provide audit and business advisory services.

The Leeds-based leisure group currently operates several well-known brands, including; The Bierkeller, Shooters Sports Bar and Around the World in 80 Beers in Leeds, Manchester and Liverpool.

In addition, the group has also secured new sites in Cardiff, with further acquisitions already planned.

Leeds-based Hentons has a team of 50 staff working with a wide range of growing businesses, and will provide financial and business advice as Burning Night Group continues its growth plan.

Chris Howitt, partner at Hentons, said: “Burning Night Group is a fast-growing, entrepreneurial business that has strong brands in the leisure sector. It has a bright future and we are excited to be part of that growth. Our experienced team will provide a wide range of advisory services to support their further expansion.”

Chris Pickles, finance director from Burning Night Group, added: “We have ambitious plans for the group that will see us roll-out our bar concepts nationwide. It is key to get the right advisors on-board and Henton’s share our entrepreneurial values.”

Hentons has clients ranging from medical professionals and property investors, to manufacturers, academies and charities. It offers accounts, audit, business strategy and tax advisory services with a partner led approach for all its clients.