What Franchise - Issue 21.2

Looking to own a business or build on your existing portfolio? Here’s a selection of exciting franchise brands currently expanding in the UK FRANCHISING STARTS HERE 1MUSCLE WORKS GYM: CHAMPION INVESTMENT Muscleworks Gym, a legendary name in elite bodybuilding and strength training, has made its mark on Southwark with a brand-new location set to raise the bar for serious athletes across London. Strategically positioned to expand the brand’s reach beyond its East London flagship gym, the Southwark site signals the next phase of Muscleworks’ growth. With plans to roll out gyms nationwide, Muscleworks is targeting prime UK locations to build a network of 24/7 fitness facilities that deliver the authentic Muscleworks experience to strength and fitness enthusiasts nationwide. 3 NURSE NEXT DOOR: APPOINTS MASTER Global home care brand Nurse Next Door has entered the European market with the appointment of Surrey-based entrepreneurs Prash and Karen Patel as master franchisees for England. The Canadian company, which operates 300+ locations across Canada, the US and Australia, will roll out its vibrant Happier Ageing™ care model across the UK under the Patels’ leadership. With over 25 years’ franchise experience and a decade in home care, the Patels will transition their existing business to Nurse Next Door before launching national franchise recruitment to drive expansion across England. 2YOUMESUSHI: TARGETS RAPID GROWTH Fast-growing food franchise YouMeSushi is inviting new franchise partners to join as it sets out to double its 26-store network within three years. The brand opened a franchised Brixton store earlier this year, with five more locations slated to open by the end of 2025. Founded in 2008, YouMeSushi offers a proven model, full training, and strong nationwide demand, giving single and multi-unit franchisees the chance to capitalise on the UK’s booming grab-and-go sushi market. 4THEATRETRAIN: BFAMILESTONE The British Franchise Association (BFA) has celebrated its 2,000th franchisee member – Gaynor Gallant, the newest Theatretrain franchisee in Brighton. Gallant, who launches her performing arts school in October 2025, joined after a recommendation from Theatretrain head office to gain advice, education and networking opportunities. The BFA, which opened free franchisee membership in 2020, now supports a growing community of franchisees, including over 100 Franchisee Champions. CEO Pip Wilkins said the milestone highlights the sector’s expansion and the value of peer support for new franchisees like Gallant. 70 WHAT FRANCHISE Issue 21.2