Ambition is infectious amongst industry organisations Master Innholders and St. Julian Scholars as a record number of members take on a 530km cycle ride from London to Reims. In the name of opportunity, they will be looking to raise vital funds for the Master Innholders’ Charitable Trust (MICT), as a celebration of the Master Innholders’ 40th anniversary. The long and … [Read more...]
Birmingham Botanical Gardens announces new partnership with Aramark
One of Birmingham’s most popular visitor attractions has announced a new 5-year partnership with Aramark Northern Europe, a leader in food services throughout the UK and Ireland. Birmingham Botanical Gardens first opened in 1832 and has been entertaining and educating about the wonders of plants ever since. This 15-acre educational charity situated in the heart of Edgbaston, … [Read more...]
Conference Aston takes on its first apprentices
Conference Aston in Birmingham has signalled its commitment to staff training and development by launching a new apprenticeship scheme. Two members of staff have begun their apprenticeships with city-based college University College Birmingham (UCB), which is the training and support provider for the leading conference and events venue, with the aim of attaining nationally … [Read more...]
Managed tenancy model Beacon breaks 250 milestone
Ei Publican Partnerships is celebrating a significant milestone for its managed tenancy model, Beacon, which now boasts more than 250 pubs across the UK. The Black Horse, Monkseaton, helped Beacon reach the milestone when it converted to the model, which has been specifically designed to support tenants in delivering a great value based, predominantly wet-led offer to … [Read more...]
Hertfordshire Hotel Joins Global Hotel Brand to Drive Tourism
Best Western Great Britain has announced the arrival of The Watermill Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western to its growing portfolio of over 250 independent hotels. Set on the peaceful, picturesque banks of the River Bulbourne, while less than five miles from the M1 motorway, the hotel is perfect for leisure and business travellersalike. The property is built around … [Read more...]