Cadence Seeks Partnerships to Expand 54-Strong Rural UK Hospitality Workforce

2 articles · Updated · The Argus · Jul 6

Cadence is seeking talks with landowners, local authorities and destination partners to widen rural job and training opportunities through hospitality sites on established walking and cycling trails.
The South Downs operator says the push targets rural barriers to work—especially for younger people—including limited transport and access to training, while building career pathways in local communities.
Cadence now runs 10 Clubhouse locations, employs 54 people and has doubled staff numbers over the past two years, giving it a track record to support further expansion.
About 80% of its workforce is aged 25 or under, and 70% live within two miles or a 15-minute journey of work, underscoring its focus on nearby youth employment.
Founded with its first Clubhouse on Boxing Day 2020, Cadence argues more trail-side hospitality destinations could create jobs, draw visitors and support rural economies.