This month sees Michelin-starred restaurant and country-house hotel Northcote celebrate the 15th year of Obsession, the annual gastronomic festival that has grown year on year to become renowned not only in the UK but globally. Showcasing the very best of the region – from the best of Lancashire’s larder through to renowned Northern hospitality – it has become the date for the … [Read more...]
Hotel Collection rationalises with sale of Combe Grove Manor
The Hotel Collection has announced the sale through Savills of The Combe Grove Manor Hotel. Grant Hearn, chairman of The Hotel Collection stated: “After a strategic review, the board of The Hotel Collection has decided to rationalise our portfolio in order to position The Hotel Collection for growth and investment. As such, we have decided to sell The Combe Grove Manor, … [Read more...]
La Tasca set to satisfy guests’ app-etite
Spanish tapas bar and restaurant, La Tasca, is taking further steps into the digital arena with the release of the La Tasca loyalty mobile application, launched alongside a new fully mobile optimised website and new booking system Nudge. Replacing loyalty cards The app is set to replace the use of the popular La Tasca loyalty cards, which entitle the cardholder to various … [Read more...]
Jeff Ward appointed MD of Hotel Gotham
Bespoke Hotels has appointed Jeff Ward to the role of Managing Director at its latest landmark property, the spectacular Hotel Gotham due to open in April, 2015 at the head of Manchester’s iconic King Street. Previously occupying roles across Europe, including as far afield as Russia and Germany, Jeff joins Bespoke having overseen the transformation of Wimbledon’s Cannizaro … [Read more...]
Consumer confidence brings Christmas cheer for UK hotels
Improved consumer confidence and a dry December have resulted in another bumper month as hoteliers across the UK saw double digit grow in rooms yield, according to preliminary figures released today by business advisory and accountancy firm BDO. December room rate at hotels in the capital saw an 8.1% increase to £116.35. Occupancy was also up to 79.8%, an increase of 4.5%. … [Read more...]