Following a successful start to 2015 which saw Q1 LFL sales increase by 5.8% and its inclusion in the Nation’s Top Brands, the evolution of Harry Ramsden’s continues with the introduction of its new Summer Menu. The iconic British brand retains a number of signature dishes, most notably its world famous fish and chips, however this summer the offering at Harry’s is being … [Read more...]
The Coach House at Middleton Lodge adds Treatment Rooms
James Allison and his partner, Rebecca, the owners of The Coach House at Middleton Lodge, have announced that Selena Blain from Cocoon in Darlington will be the collaborative partner of the soon-to-launch treatment rooms, based in the boutique hotel and restaurant. Following its successful opening in October 2014, The Coach House, based in North Yorkshire, announced earlier … [Read more...]
Beer Day Britain is on 15 June
Britain’s national beer day is to be held annually on 15th June, starting in 2015. 15th June is also the date that Magna Carta was sealed in 1215, and in 2015 it will be the 800th anniversary with national and international celebrations. Article 35 of the great charter stated: ‘Let there be throughout our kingdom a single measure for wine and a single measure for ale and a … [Read more...]
Signature Living to create 100 apprenticeships in 100 days
Liverpool based Signature Living is to recruit 100 new apprentices over the next three months as the company undergoes a massive expansion. Positions across construction, administration, hospitality and leisure services will be available as the company steps up work on the new Shankly hotel development and the transformation of Bootle’s Daniel House into high-spec student … [Read more...]
Southport’s Royal Clifton Hotel sold to D’Urberville Hotels
The 120 bedroom Best Western Royal Clifton Hotel in Southport has been sold in a deal brokered by specialist property adviser Christie + Co. Owned and operated by Tim Timmerman since 1983, the landmark hotel has now been sold to D’Urberville Hotels Limited for an undisclosed sum off a £4m asking price following a confidential marketing campaign. Originally dating back to … [Read more...]