Oakman Inns & Restaurants Ltd
RestaurantsEngland, United Kingdom201-500 Employees
Founded in 2007 with its first venture, The Akeman, in Tring, Hertfordshire, Oakman Inns & Restaurants Ltd operates a growing collection of pubs and restaurants anchored by a modern public-house concept. The group serves a Mediterranean and modern British menu, emphasizing freshness and quality in its dishes, and several sites blend dining with on-site hotel-style accommodations as the portfolio expands beyond Hertfordshire. In the restaurant sector, Oakman positions itself as a niche operator focused on elevating the pub dining experience, and it has earned industry recognition including Publican Awards for Best Employer and Best Community Pub Operator, along with multiple years in The Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work For. The company has pursued environmental initiatives, such as plans to eradicate single-use plastics, and its growth has included strategic moves like the 2021 acquisition of The Seafood Pub Company, broadening its footprint.