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Tenpin Entertainment acquires Fairgame
BGF exits its investment in Fairgame, as the fairground-inspired entertainment brand enters the next phase of its growth with Tenpin.
2 December 2025
Tenpin Entertainment, backed by Trive Capital, the Dallas-based private equity firm, announced that it has acquired Fairgame, a fairground-inspired premium social entertainment brand. Fairgame reimagines the traditional outdoor fairground in an indoor venue, by combining proprietary tech-enabled fairground games with a distinctive food and beverage program. The company was founded by Richard Hilton in 2019 and currently operates two sites in London.
“Fairgame is a category-defining concept in competitive socializing. The highly curated brand, proprietary games, and innovative gameplay create a fun and memorable guest experience,” said Shravan Thadani, Partner at Trive Capital. “We are excited to partner with the management team to expand the business into new markets.”
“I am immensely proud of what Fairgame has achieved. It has been an unforgettable journey creating and launching this amazing business with my co-founders, Andrew Myers and Paul Campbell. Partnering with Tenpin opens the door to rapid, ambitious growth. The team and I are excited for this next chapter in the Fairgame story, and I look forward to continuing to support and guide the team.”
Richard Hilton
Co-Founder of Fairgame
Chris Jones, Investor at BGF, said: “A huge congratulations to Richard, Paul and Andrew, who have built the business with drive, vision and leadership. We are proud to have contributed to the company’s journey and wish the team every success in the next stage of their growth.”
Shoosmiths LLP served as legal counsel to Trive and Tenpin. Tamweel Capital served as financial advisor, and Akin Gump served as legal counsel to Fairgame.
