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Boom Battle Bar

  • Axe-throwing bar chain toasts growth as Brits look for competitive night out

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    Novelty bar operator XP Factory topped market expectations today after a boost in Brits looking for competitive nights out with activities like axe throwing and mini golf. Group revenue more than doubled in the 15 months ended 31 March 2024, to £57.3m from £22.8m. Adjusted earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) rose to [...]

    XP factory has reported an "exceptional period of growth"
  • Escape Hunt and Boom Battle Bar owner XP Factory toasts good start to year

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    Novelty bar and experience provider XP factory has continued its impressive performance in 2024 with double digit growth across both its brands, Boom and Escape Hunt.

    XP Factory, owner of Boom Battle Bar, has seen revenue more than double as consumer spending has bounced back

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