Colliers International has completed the sale of the iconic Brooklands Hotel to an affiliate of Bestford Capital and Westmont Hospitality Group. The hotel is located on the site of the Brooklands racetrack in Weybridge, Surrey, the renowned birthplace of British motorsport and a historic centre for aviation development. Colliers International, acting on behalf of S M Rayment … [Read more...]
Giggling Squid for Horsham, Maidstone and Sevenoaks
Giggling Squid, the fast growing restaurant chain which introduced the ‘Thai Tapas’ concept to Britain, is to open in Horsham, West Sussex on 17 April. The new restaurant located on Horsham’s “Eat Street” at the site previously operated by Giraffe, will by followed by additional venues in Maidstone and Sevenoaks in Kent this summer. The move represents a long-held ambition to … [Read more...]
Introducing new riverside local The Weyside, Guildford
Now open on the banks of the River Wey, a stone’s throw from the centre of historic Guildford, The Weyside boasts a seasonal menu celebrating the best of British produce, and is Young’s first venture in the city. Also featuring an unrivalled outdoor terrace complete with al fresco bar and bbq, its style and friendly service should entice and retain the customers. The interior … [Read more...]
T.G.I. Friday’s new burger range and children’s menu
T.G.I. Friday’s has launched its new handcrafted burger range featuring seven tender and juicy burger experiences. The new burgers – which are high on both taste and quality – have been developed by T.G.I. Friday’s award-winning burger expert Terry McDowell, who has just been recognised as the leading chain-restaurant development chef in the UK. As the original casual dining … [Read more...]
Enact rescues West Cornwall Pasty Company
More than 200 jobs have been saved after Enact, the £7.5m SME fund launched by private equity house Endless, agreed to buy 35 West Cornwall Pasty Company outlets and stores, together with the brand, following the appointment of administrators over the company. The investment in West Cornwall Pasty Company is the first completed by Enact and comes just three months after the … [Read more...]