With the official start of summer just over a week away, our coastal resorts are gearing up for a busy period as 55% of British adults will be holidaying in Great Britain over the next few months. Holidaymakers will be splashing out on average £599.80 on their annual break - giving the UK economy a boost of £17 billion. Topping the holiday location hot spots are: Cornwall, … [Read more...]
Head Chef Rob Allum returns to the newly refurbished Crowne Plaza Felbridge
Rob Allum, 34, has returned to the newly refurbished Crowne Plaza Felbridge in East Grinstead to take up the position of Head Chef following four years’ absence working at top hotels in the Middle East. Bringing with him a wealth of culinary expertise, Rob has created an exciting new menu for guests dining in the hotel’s stylish Bay Tree restaurant. His dishes reflect the … [Read more...]
Zero Waste Scotland appoints industry expert to lead £18m circular economy fund
Zero Waste Scotland, Scotland’s circular economy expert, has appointed Simon Weston, Director for Raw Materials at the Confederation of Paper Industries (CPI), to chair its flagship Circular Economy Investment Fund. The £18 million fund offers grant funding for Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and organisations based in Scotland, and seeks to support work that will … [Read more...]
Verdant Leisure joins the NCC
Bespoke holiday park operator, Verdant Leisure has become a member of the NCC (National Caravan Council). Verdant Leisure and the NCC will work together, alongside other members, to ensure the caravan and motorhome industry delivers high quality products and services and customers are treated fairly. “The last couple of years have been crucial for us in terms of cementing … [Read more...]
Venues of Excellence reaches membership high with Alton Towers Hotel and Conference Centre
Alton Towers Hotel and Conference Centre has joined Venues of Excellence to become the consortium’s 38th member. The news comes as the sales and marketing consortium prepares for The Meetings Show from 13th-15th June where Venues of Excellence will be sharing a stand with ten partners this year. For over 25 years, Venues of Excellence has focused on bringing together a … [Read more...]