Hammerson has secured Bill's Restaurant and Jamie's Italian to join the line-up of restaurants at WestQuay Watermark, its £80 million leisure-led development in Southampton. Bill’s Restaurant, which will be making its debut in Southampton, will take a 3,100 sq ft unit, located on the lower promenade of the scheme that will open out onto the new plaza thereby accommodating an … [Read more...]
BII Scotland Annual Award Winners
BII Scotland has announced the winners for its 2015 annual awards, which took place in the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Glasgow on 17 May 2015. The Chairman of BII Scotland, Stephen McGowan CBII, said, "What an amazing crowd and a fantastic evening. Many congratulations to all finalists and winners and thanks to all our sponsors and supporters. The BII Scotland Awards is run by … [Read more...]
Wadworth acquires historic Beckford Inn
The beautiful and historic Beckford Inn & Restaurant has been sold to Wadworth Brewery in a deal brokered by specialist property adviser Christie + Co. The 18th century coaching inn has been owned and operated by Anthony Mears and his wife Jane since 2009. Under their ownership, the handsome Victorian property underwent extensive refurbishment and earned an enviable … [Read more...]
Klaus Kabelitz appointed GM at Belmond Cadogan Hotel
Belmond has announced the appointment of Klaus Kabelitz as general manager of Belmond Cadogan Hotel in Knightsbridge, London, which will re-open in autumn 2016 following a complete renovation. Mr Kabelitz is a seasoned hotel operator and will join Belmond on 1 July 2015 from Le Richemond Genève, a Dorchester Collection property he has managed since April 2012. Prior to … [Read more...]
Kudos increases event sales as party market returns
Caterer Kudos has had a strong start to the financial year for events: comparing figures to last year, a 12% growth has been achieved across their venues, which include some of the UK’s top event venues including Gibson Hall (pictured above), Brighton Centre, Harrogate International Centre and Central Hall Westminster. With their flexible approach and can do attitude, Kudos … [Read more...]