Lancashire-based hospitality group James’ Places is investing in the local economy and community, creating 180 new jobs by the end of 2017. Its latest business venture, Holmes Mill in Clitheroe, includes a function room, café, shop, gelateria, the Beer Hall which houses what is believed to be the longest bar in Britain, and the Bowland Brewery, as well as a 41 bedroom … [Read more...]
New Head Chef adds flavour to bath hotel
Bath’s newest hotel has taken on a flavour of its own with the appointment of a new Head Chef. Award-winning Ben Abercrombie has joined the team at Apex City of Bath Hotel, and is set to bring a creative flair to the kitchen that he’s confident will win over the city’s foodies as well as hotel guests from further afield. Self-taught Ben, aged 26, brings a wealth of … [Read more...]
Barton Rouge set to spice things up in Liverpool with the acquisition of third site
Cheshire’s renowned Indian restaurant Barton Rouge is set to open in the heart of Liverpool’s Commercial District later this month following an impressive half-a-million-pound investment. The charcoal pit and contemporary Indian kitchen, which currently operates across Chester and Heswall, has acquired the former Anderson's Bar located on Exchange Street in a bid to … [Read more...]
Jurys Inn launches new £3.9m marketing and product campaign
Jurys Inn, the leading UK and Irish hotel group, today has launched a new integrated ‘Stay Happy’ marketing campaign following a £2.9 million investment. The campaign will be rolled out across TV, VOD and digital media from today, and will be accompanied by social, CRM and in-hotel activity. The premise of the campaign focuses on the hotel’s touch points and has a brand … [Read more...]
Boutique Hotel Backwell House near Bristol announces new Restaurant
Backwell House, the glorious 9-bedroomed country house hotel situated just 6 miles from Bristol in the rolling North Somerset countryside, has opened a new 40-cover restaurant. Open for lunch and dinner from Wednesday lunch through to Sunday lunch, under the watch of the brilliantly talented Chef Ross Hunter, the restaurant offers a daily changing menu of deliciously vibrant … [Read more...]