Perceptions Group vice-chairman Anthony Pender is pushing for the government to be more supportive of the hospitality industry following Labour’s claim that long-term youth unemployment is costing taxpayers more than £180m a year: Thousands of jobs out there “With 2015 being an election year, it is vital that we make sure that the political parties are aware of the … [Read more...]
C&C Group not to proceed with offer for Spirit
C&C Group plc, the manufacturer, marketer and distributor of branded cider and beer, has announced that it does not intend to proceed with an offer for Spirit Pub Company plc as a combination with Spirit no longer meets the Group's risk adjusted return criteria. This leaves Greene King’s agreed offer for Spirit Pub Company free to proceed, with completion of the deal … [Read more...]
UK hotel investment reaches eight-year hightop hot
International real estate advisor Savills has reported that total transaction volumes in the UK hotels market reached £6.1 billion in 2014, marking an increase of 55% on the previous year and the highest level since 2006. Renewed investor confidence The firm cites renewed investor confidence in regional markets as a key driver behind the overall growth, with 71% of deals … [Read more...]
On the market: pub home to highest waterfall
A pub which is home to the The Hardraw Scaur Waterfall, the highest single drop waterfall in England, is on the market. The Green Dragon Inn in Hardraw is located in Upper Wensleydale in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, and offers the only access to the waterfall and visitors centre. The Green Dragon Inn, which dates from the 13th century, has been owned by … [Read more...]
Detox with the M Diet this January
This winter saw the arrival of M,a unique dining and drinking concept in the heart of London’s City. Located in a vast and impressive venue, ‘M’ houses two restaurants, a wine tasting bar, a destination cocktail bar, private dining rooms, event spaces and a secret den. 3 meal daily detox diet, 800 calories, £35 To chase away those January blues, Head Chef Jarad McCarrol … [Read more...]