One of Cornwall’s most famous landmarks has been acquired: Jamaica Inn (above left) on Bodmin Moor has been purchased by Surrey businessman Allen Jackson for over £2 million. He commented: “I saw it as a great opportunity to acquire Cornwall’s most icfonic, historic and famous inn.” Of course, the fact that the BBC’s adaptation of du Maurier’s novel is scheduled to air this … [Read more...]
Little Leaders required to guide Fayre & Square and Wacky Warehouse
Pub restaurant chain Fayre & Square has teamed up with soft play provider Wacky Warehouse to hunt for fun-loving, enthusiastic and opinionated children to join a board of 10 Little Leaders. The mini Directors will sit alongside the company’s top bosses to influence projects ranging from the new kids’ menu to the next level of Wacky and Fayre & Square fun. The board of … [Read more...]
Amadeus wins Riverside catering contract
Amadeus has won a five year contract worth £5M to manage the catering and event business for Riverside, Stratford Upon Avon. This continues the run of new business wins, secured by Amadeus in the last ten months, including Cadbury World, Camden Council, the Library of Birmingham and Birmingham Town Hall – worth a total of £16M. Riverside is the largest wooden structure in … [Read more...]
European Hotel Market Survey 2014 launched at IHIF
London will be the city of M&A growth in the hotel sector in 2014 according to a new report being launched by international law firm Berwin Leighton Paisner (BLP). The report presents the views of over 400 hotel industry professionals. Karen Friebe, BLP Hotels Group Partner and author of the BLP European Hotel Market Survey 2014, unveiled the research at Berlin’s … [Read more...]
Smart LIVE launches themed Summer Party Packages
Smart LIVE, the creative events production arm of Smart Group, has launched its new range of summer party packages. These packages will create specially themed settings designed to create a fun and imaginative experience for guests in different locations around the UK, including London. Working in partnership with selected venues, Smart LIVE has created a variety of themes … [Read more...]