Question 1

What is The 85 Group?

Accepted Answer

The 85 Group is a Preston-based group of businesses. It started in 2014 when three friends took over Baluga Bar & Club and has grown into a portfolio of venues and over 100 team members, alongside software, hosting, design, property and construction companies.

Question 2

Which venues does The 85 Group run?

Accepted Answer

Baluga Bar & Club, Le Fleur, Hopwoods Tap House, Nashville Country Bar, The Winter Lodge and Tipsy Chef, all in Preston city centre.

Question 3

What other businesses are part of The 85 Group?

Accepted Answer

Control Suite (hospitality software), Freedom Hosting, Focus & Co (design and marketing), rig. (property), Peake Design & Build, and NGC (hospitality technology consultancy).

Question 4

Is The 85 Group hiring?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We recruit bar staff, chefs, kitchen staff, serving staff, bar support, floor and cleaning, experienced management and cocktail mixologists, full and part time across Preston city centre. Apply at https://app.balugabar.co.uk/contact?id=14.

Question 5

Where is The 85 Group based?

Accepted Answer

Preston city centre, Lancashire.

Question 6

When was The 85 Group founded?

Accepted Answer

2014, when three friends came together to take over Baluga Bar & Club in Preston.

Question 7

How do I contact The 85 Group?

Accepted Answer

Email info@the85group.com. For data protection and privacy questions, email privacy@the85group.com.