Leisure Market Review 2026
Key Topics
“The UK leisure sector continues to demonstrate strong underlying demand in 2026, with consumers still spending on experiences, social activities, wellness, and short breaks despite a mixed economic backdrop. While confidence is measured, leisure spending continues to compare favourably with wider consumer sentiment, reflecting the importance consumers place on experiences and quality leisure time.
“Tourism remains a key driver of performance across many of the leisure subsectors we advise on. Domestic tourism continues to hold firm, with consumers favouring shorter, more frequent trips and value-led experiences, while inbound tourism is expected to grow further during 2026.
“Transactional activity across the leisure sector has remained solid throughout 2026, with a healthy level of demand from both existing operators and new entrants seeking opportunities. We have seen sustained acquisitive demand from established multi-site operators, especially across the marina, garden centre and holiday park sectors, as businesses continue to pursue strategic growth.
“While challenges remain, the overall outlook for the sector is positive. Demand fundamentals remain supportive, lender appetite has improved, and well-positioned leisure businesses continue to attract strong levels of buyer and investor interest.
“We hope you find the report useful. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you would like to discuss our findings in more detail.”
Tom Glanvill
Head of Leisure Brokerage
Leisure Market Review 2026
An insight into activity and trends in the UK leisure sector.
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From urban leisure facilities to holiday parks, golf courses and visitor attractions, our market-leading team of business property brokers, valuers and consultants are immersed in the broad spectrum of businesses the leisure sector encompasses.
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Leisure Market Review 2026
An insight into activity and trends in the UK leisure sector.
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