Hinnies shortlisted for the North Tyneside Business Awards 2026
We’re delighted to share that Hinnies has been shortlisted for the North Tyneside Business Awards! Our Whitley Bay restaurant has been named a finalist in the Retail & Service Provider category, alongside two other fantastic North Tyneside businesses. It’s a wonderful recognition for the team at Hinnies and everything we love about what we do […]
Celebrating our team with a sweet local touch
At the Hooked-On Group, we’re always looking for meaningful ways to thank our team for their loyalty and hard work. That’s why we’re so excited to have partnered with Davenport’s Chocolates in Gateshead to create beautiful handmade boxes of chocolates as a reward for continuous service. This partnership is extra special for me personally. Over 20 […]
Hinnies Scoops Prestigious Green Tourism Gold Award
We’re absolutely thrilled to share that Hinnies has been awarded the Green Tourism Gold Award the highest accolade for sustainability in our industry. This recognition means a huge amount to our team here in Whitley Bay. It reflects years of dedication, thoughtful choices, and a real passion for creating a neighbourhood restaurant that not only […]
Hooked-on Group Achieves Advanced SHINE Accreditation for Commitment to Outstanding Work Practices
We are delighted to announce that Hooked-on Group has been awarded the Advanced Award under the SHINE Scheme, the new regional standard for quality employment, which replaces the former Good Work Pledge. Launched by the North East Combined Authority, the SHINE Scheme-Supporting and Harnessing Innovation, Nurturing Employment, recognises businesses that go above and beyond to […]
Hooked-on Group Retains Advanced Status in Good Work Pledge Revalidation
We are thrilled to announce that the Hooked-on Group has successfully completed its revalidation for the Good Work Pledge, retaining our prestigious Advanced Accreditation.
We’re supporting StreetSmart
The Hooked-on Group’s restaurants are supporting StreetSmart’s annual campaign to tackle homelessness this November and December.
