‘Out of our hands’ – Craig Rogan at The Collective suddenly closes

Craig Rogan at The Collective has announced its permanent closure, having suddenly closed its doors over the weekend.

The restaurant only opened last year, soon after being listed in the Michelin Guide, and hosted a Staff Canteen networking lunch as recently as August.

However, the Leeds venue has now closed due to “ongoing economic challenges in the UK”.

A statement released via Instagram from the modern British restaurant read: “Dear friends, it is with a heavy heart that we share this update with you.

“As some of you may already be aware, we were unexpectedly unable to open this past weekend, as after long negotiations, the landlord made the decision to close our doors overnight.

“We’ve worked tirelessly to keep our vision alive, exploring every possible option to move forward with plans in place for a January close and relaunch. However, the recent budget and the ongoing economic challenges in the UK have made it clear that continuing to trade in our current location is no longer feasible.

“Over the years, we’ve poured everything into creating a space that celebrates exceptional food, meaningful community and unforgettable memories. While the demand for our restaurant has grown, the mounting operational costs and the challenges facing the UK hospitality sector have made continuing the collaboration of The Collective Inc and Craig Rogan at The Collective impossible, with little support when it really matters.

“We want to assure you that we had every intention of honouring all bookings and remaining open until the end of the year. Unfortunately, the decision to close suddenly this week was completely out of our hands.

“We are incredibly grateful to all of you – our past and present guests – for your unwavering support, your love for what we’ve created, and the countless memories we’ve shared here.

“It is this community that has made every challenge worthwhile, and we are determined to find a way forward.

“We hope to welcome you back to something even more special in the near future.

“Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for being a part of our journey.

“Please stay tuned for updated, and know that we are so appreciative of each and every one of you.”

Craig is the son of three Michelin-starred Simon Rogan and previously worked at Dakota, before taking on the role of head chef at The Collective.

He also formerly held positions at The Grand Hotel in York, Fera at Claridge’s and L’Enclume.

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