Seasoned Events, part of Grays-based Crown Catering Group, has purchased the 35-bedroom, three-AA-Star Chichester Hotel and Restaurant in Wickford, Essex and been granted a long lease by the Harris family. The financial value of the sale was not disclosed.
Birketts, the top 100 law firm based in the East of England, has advised the Harris family on the sale. The property transaction was led by Amanda Early, with Nigel Thompson providing corporate law expertise and Clare Barlow providing employment law advice.
Amanda Early, associate in Birketts’ commercial property team, said: “The Chichester Hotel has been operated by the Harris family for two generations. We are delighted to have advised on this family business sale and conclude a successful sale.”
David Harris, director Harris Leisure (Rawreth) Limited commented: “Birketts’ knowledgeable team kept us informed at all times and ensured that we reached a positive outcome. Everyone involved in the transaction really understood the significance of the decisions that we were taking as a family business.”
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