Sheffield Born.

Industry. Innovation.
Integrity.

Blueforge Holdings is the parent entity for a curated portfolio of businesses across hospitality, nutrition, and technology. We build operational ecosystems where every component strengthens the whole.

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Sheffield industrial architecture representing heritage and strength

"Quality is not an act, it is a habit."

The Vision

Forged in the Steel City.

Sheffield is a city built on making things that last. That ethos is the bedrock of Blueforge Holdings. Our group operates on a philosophy of "Integrated Excellence," where precision and quality are paramount.

We don't simply acquire businesses; we cultivate them. We believe that a nursery catering service shouldn't just deliver food—it should be powered by the same logistical precision as a tech company. We believe a restaurant shouldn't just serve meals—it should act as a cultural hub for the community.

We manage a diverse portfolio that spans the physical and the digital, ensuring that the resilience and work ethic of Sheffield are present in every line of code we write and every plate we serve.

3 Core Divisions
100% Independently Owned
The Ecosystem

A Maximised Environment

Commercial Production

Our state-of-the-art commercial kitchens are the engine room. They serve dual purposes: providing nutritional excellence for Early Years settings across the region via The Steel Spoon, while also acting as the prep-hub for our high-end hospitality venues.

Community Hubs

Our Front of House spaces are designed for connection. Under The Aston, these venues provide a sophisticated café culture and dining environment, serving as the public face of our commitment to quality and service.

Digital HQ

Above the bustle of hospitality lies our quiet powerhouse. The Hatchlink offices are where our developers build the proprietary digital solutions that manage the logistics, ordering, and compliance for the entire group.

The Collection

Our Companies

Nutrition

The Steel Spoon

Nursery & School Catering

Fresh catering food preparation

More than just meals. We provide a complete nutritional infrastructure for education. From sourcing ingredients to our digital ordering platform, we ensure the next generation is fueled for success.

thesteelspoon.co.uk
Hospitality

The Aston

Scalable Luxury

High-end hospitality venue interior
Opening 2026

A vision for a new standard in dining. The Aston is developing a scalable system of high-end service, blending heritage aesthetics with modern efficiency. Starting with our flagship in Sheffield's Broomhill.

theastonsheffield.co.uk
Technology

Hatchlink

Digital Infrastructure

Digital development code on screen

The operating system for the early years sector. We build robust digital backbones—from OFSTED-compliant websites to custom React-based applications—simplifying logistics for nurseries.

hatchlink.co.uk
The Opportunity

Transforming Spaces into
Revenue Ecosystems.

We don't just lease buildings; we activate them. Our unique model takes a standard restaurant or commercial premises and deploys a tri-revenue ecosystem that maximises every square foot.

  • Optimised Utilisation

    Commercial kitchens often sit idle during off-peak hours. We utilise this downtime for The Steel Spoon's nursery catering production, ensuring the asset generates revenue from 6 AM to midnight.

  • Community Anchor

    The Front of House becomes a vibrant Aston venue, serving the local community with high-end coffee and dining, driving footfall and brand visibility.

  • Operational Hub

    Unused office or storage space is converted into a Hatchlink digital hub, managing the logistics and tech stack for the entire operation on-site.

Partner With Us

Do you own a commercial property or restaurant space that is underperforming? We are actively seeking partners and locations across the UK to deploy our maximised ecosystem model.

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