Hartford has acquired two sites in Chelmsford and Wimbledon from Luminar Leisure for £0.8m, and will convert them to its Henry J Bean's format. [06-Mar-2006]
Hartford is to change its name to The Food & Drink Group, as part of a reorganisation that will include the expansion of its recently-acquired Henry J Bean's restaurant chain. [23-Jan-2006]
Hartford is to acquire Henry J Beans, the chain of five bars with a further 17 franchised outlets abroad, for £5.8m. [27-Sep-2005]
Hartford is to acquire Jamies Bars for £4.8m, creating a combined group with 26 restaurants and bars. [07-Aug-2002]
Hartford Group is looking to sell three of its London restaurants and two development sites in Berkshire and Essex. [19-Oct-2000]
Hartford Group has announced terms for a £30m merger with the Montana chain of London restaurants. [11-Aug-1999]
Hartford Group is in discussions to acquire the Montana chain of London restaurants. [13-Jul-1999]