Oakman Inns & Restaurants will announce today Q1 trading that is significantly ahead of expectations, with like for like sales up 12.4% for the quarter ending 2nd July 2017. Three major fund-raising exercises have produced over £24m in total with the lion’s share being available for a raft of major developments which will see the the group operating an anticipated 30 … [Read more...]
Farnham Castle welcomes new General Manager
Farnham Castle is delighted to announce the appointment of Robert Wright as General Manager. Robert is a highly experienced hospitality professional with over twenty year’s industry experience and a passion for excellence. Robert will be responsible for the day to day running and strategic direction of Farnham Castle, focussing on further enhancing its well-deserved … [Read more...]
Ian Payne reacts to pub minister after his call for action
Stonegate Pub Company Chairman Ian Payne has congratulated the government on appointing a pubs minister after his call to urgently confirm an appointment last Wednesday during the relaunch of the company’s flagship venue. Hosting a VIP reception including seventy MPs on board Thames floating pub ‘Tattershall Castle’ after a multi-million pound refurbishment and move towards … [Read more...]
Jurys Inn team up with Blue Monday founder Dr Cliff Arnall for Stay Happy campaign
Jurys Inn and psychologist and founder of Blue Monday, Dr Cliff Arnall, have developed a formula to identify the happiest day of the year – which this year lands on Friday 14th July. Friday 14th July is a natural fit for the Happiest Day of the Year - perfectly placed in the middle of the year, holiday season is upon us, schools around the country are closing their doors for … [Read more...]
WGKonnect Presents: Four Hands Dinner: East Meets West
On the 21st of June a brilliant new gastronomic concept was born at the Franklin Hotel in London. A concept created by WGkonnect entitled Four Hands Dinner; East meets West. The idea was to combine two formidable chefs, in one kitchen, thus Four Hands creating Eight Signature Dishes. In collaboration with Dubai’s Chef of the Year REIF OTHMAN, WGkonnect had the idea to … [Read more...]