Grant Leisure International -- Project Portfolio

Grant Leisure was involved with the redevelopment of Ocean Park's master plan following its first year of operation, presenting recommendations to stem declines in visitor numbers.

One such notable recommendation included connecting the bird sanctuary to the Oceanarium with a funicular and improved cable car, which has heavily contributed to the park's current success.

Grant Leisure conducted the complete economic feasibility for the first Legoland in Windsor, which opened in 1996, thereafter providing management assistance in recruitment, training, and marketing. The original site was an old safari park whose 400 animals Grant Leisure was responsible for safely relocating.

Following Legoland Windsor's success, Grant Leisure was commissioned to conduct a comparable analysis and site evaluation for Legoland California. Grant Leisure has continued to advise Legoland over the years, making recommendations for management, group sales, and market research.

The Granada Studio Tour was an entertainment complex based on the ITV programming portfolio in Castlefield, Manchester, which ran from 1988 to 1999.

Grant Leisure initiated the project, created the concept, conducted the feasibility study, supervised architecture and construction, provided pre-development services, and was appointed to the Board of Directors for three years to guarantee results. The Coronation Street tour was so successful that it was temporarily reopened by popular demand from 2014 to 2015.

Keith Robertson of Grant Leisure was commissioned to provide development and construction project management services, focusing on engineering reviews and technical compliance for the coaster's complex installation.

The Morocco Film City is a 650-hectare, $1.1 billion, mixed-use project featuring a fully operational film studio complex, cinematic theme park, 4 luxury hotels, casino, commercial and retail space, golf course, motor racing circuit, sports and leisure activities, world-championship tennis stadium, and series of villas and other residential units.

Grant Leisure assembled a world-class team for completion of the feasibility study and concept design for the project, which was funded for following phases.

Grant Leisure was commissioned by Civic Arts to provide Harrah's Las Vegas with conceptual entertainment anchors and leisure programs that would be the centerpiece of its development. Grant Leisure performed a Leisure Audit of 130 venues and attractions within the Las Vegas market, primarily focusing on the Strip, analyzing accumulated market research provided by Harrah's Entertainment International.

Grant Leisure additionally carried out extensive research with the Las Vegas Convention & Visitor Authority, UNLV Center for Business & Economic Studies, Harrah's Entertainment International staff, and numerous entertainment industry professionals. The Leisure Audit resulted in a detailed, comprehensive Entertainment Index ranking 130 reviewed attractions and a scheme for a successful leisure and entertainment mix for the Harrah's development, linking all 5 of its existing properties.

The Doha Zoo will be a one-of-a-kind experience for zoo-goers around the globe. The project has been appropriately touted a "mega zoo," boasting driving and walking safari experiences, an immersive digital walkthrough experience, as well as interactive animal exhibits, shows, and dining interactions.

Grant Leisure was commissioned to provide operational advisory services throughout the Design Development phase of the project.

Grant Leisure was commissioned over a 5-year period to assist with implementing a wide range of capital and operational recommendations for both the London and Whipsnade Zoos.

The contract additionally provided four key members of staff including a Chief Executive of Zoo Operations, Financial Director, Marketing Director, and Operations Director.

The Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa is the national museum and art gallery of New Zealand. The museum's principles incorporate the concepts of unified collections, the narratives of culture and place, the idea of forum, and the bicultural partnership between indigenous and non-indigenous people with an emphasis on diversity.

Grant Leisure was appointed by the Prime Minister to develop the commercial programming for the museum including sales, food service, merchandise, and an evening restaurant. In its first year Te Papa Museum yielded over 1 million attendees.

Grant Leisure was formed as a consulting subsidiary while Principal Andy Grant was CEO of Leeds Castle in the 1980s. Within a 3-year period under Mr. Grant's direction, Leeds Castle became the third most visited stately home in the UK and earned more revenue than all other 400 English Heritage properties combined. This was accomplished through extensive market research, target marketing, special events, and corporate hospitality programming.

Capital improvements carried out under Grant Leisure's management consisted of the walking maze, Lady Bailey memorial aviary, extension to the Fairfax Hall, redeveloped golf course and clubhouse, renovated stable block into the Culpepper Conference Centre, and the first grotto developed in the UK in over 250 years.

Windsor Castle is most noted for its architecture and association with the Royal Family. Grant Leisure implemented a comprehensive market research strategy, resulting in the development of an entirely new pricing structure for Windsor Castle.

This new pay-one-price precinct charge increased the castle's income by 50%.

Grant Leisure was retained to increase annual visitation levels and restructure Blarney Castle's management system, implementing a phased, market-led development plan for the castle and grounds. After conducting a feasibility study, Grant Leisure developed a new branding strategy and events program designed to encourage repeat visitation.

Grant Leisure additionally integrated the estate's facilities into a cohesive masterplan and implementation strategy that improved Blarney Castle's financial performance, ensuring its preservation for years to come.

Upon negotiating a 50-year lease, Jacob Rothschild received planning permission to relocate his offices into the bedrooms of Spencer House on the condition that he restore the house to its former glory. Grant Leisure was commissioned to assist the interior restoration team to ensure the house would be properly interpreted for guided tours, weddings, special events, and conferences.

Grant Leisure additionally recruited staff and provided continued marketing and operational services, which transformed Spencer House into the very profitable and highly-sought venue currently existing in the London marketplace.