Vardon: mass attractions
Article Abstract:
Vardon is a UK leisure operator which operates in the visitor attractions and bingo markets. The company's attractions include a marine life tunnel. There has been a successful expansion into the Netherlands in 1994, and further expansion is planned in Spain and Belgium in 1995. The company's Bingo division is also expanding and operating profit accounted for 18% of sales for 1st half 1994 with an increase expected on this figure. The company's shares are recommended for investors in Feb 1995.
Publication Name: Investors Chronicle
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0261-3115
Year: 1995
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Vardon
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Vardon is a UK leisure operator which has 17 sea-life centers. The centers have seen a drop of 14% in attendance levels in Jul and Aug 1995, peak months for the company. The company's bingo operations have been affected by competition from scratch cards but Vardon aims to increase the number of its bingo clubs in the five years from 1995. The company's holiday parks have performed well. Vardon's profit is forecast at 9 million pounds sterling for full-year 1995 by SBC Warburg.
Publication Name: Investors Chronicle
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0261-3115
Year: 1995
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Kunick
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Kunick appears to have good prospects, and its leisure facilities operations are performing well. the company's amusement machines provide good cash generation.
Publication Name: Investors Chronicle
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0261-3115
Year: 2001
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