Operator for Kirkleatham Walled Garden Catering, Training and Events Facility
Description: The Council is looking to appoint one organisation to be the Operator for the Kirkleatham Walled Garden facility including catering academy, historic Georgian horticultural gardens which are to be open to the public, an events facility including a large marquee and a cafe/restaurant. This is a concession contract with an initial duration of 5 years plus an optional 5 year extension available.
Summary: Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council is initiating a procurement process for appointing an operator for the Kirkleatham Walled Garden Catering, Training and Events Facility, categorised under hotel, restaurant, and retail trade services. This opportunity is a concession contract lasting five years, with an optional five-year extension. The process is currently at the planning stage, with service commencement expected on 1st October 2026. Located in Redcar, United Kingdom, the council will host one-to-one engagement sessions virtually via Microsoft Teams on the 10th and 13th March 2026. Interested parties must register by 6th March 2026 for these preliminary engagements, ahead of the anticipated tender document release in April 2026.