British hotels and the leisure industry are set for a record year with a substantial increase in both home and international visitors planning holidays in the UK. The Barclays Corporate Banking report, Destination UK: driving growth in the UK hospitality and leisure sector reveals the 2017 holiday and leisure preferences of almost 10,000 guests from the UK, continental … [Read more...]
The Cheese Bar, El Pastor, Pizza Pilgrims and more join forces in aid of help refugees UK
On 14th September, The Cheese Bar will be honouring the humble grilled cheese with a fitting celebration in aid of Help Refugees UK. Founder Mathew Carver has invited five of London’s best from across the capital to turn their hand to creating their own cheesy masterpiece with proceeds from the evening donated to the charity. Challenging Mathew, five chefs will be stepping up, … [Read more...]
Brakspear reports strong results for 2016
JT Davies & Sons, the parent company for Henley-based pub operator and brewer Brakspear, increased its turnover during the year ending 31 December 2016 by 14%, to £25.5 million and EBITDA increased 1% to £8.3m. Profit before tax was up by 33% to £6.6m assisted by the successful disposal of three sites during the year. Sales growth came from the managed division, where … [Read more...]
Principal Hotel Company appoints Head of Estates Management
Principal Hotel Company, which includes the De Vere and Principal brands, today announced it has appointed Justin Turner to the newly created role of Head of Estates Management for De Vere. Justin began his career with the Royal Horticultural Society, before gaining his Master degree and working at Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew. Justin then moved into undertaking commissions … [Read more...]
Ei Publican Partnerships reopens Falmouth’s Cutty Sark after £150,000 investment
The Cutty Sark pub, which overlooks Falmouth Bay in Cornwall, has reopened its doors after nine months following a £150,000 refurbishment project jointly funded by Ei Publican Partnerships and the new publicans. Ei Publican Partnerships has invested £100,000 to significantly enhance the pub, including a complete redecoration to create a modern, welcoming feel. A new kitchen … [Read more...]