The Lexicon Bracknell is continuing to attract appealing brands some six months after it opened, ensuring there will always be something for everyone. Emphasising local customers’ interest in independent operators, as well as enticing the 15,000 workers within walking distance, Brown Bag Café and Pret A Manger have signed to join the impressive line-up in Bracknell town … [Read more...]
Vintage Inns crowns the humble steak pie as its British Cham’PIE’on
In the lead up to British Pie Week, Vintage Inns want to cham’PIE’on a British favourite; after all, what’s better then enjoying a classic British dish at a classic British pub? Vintage Inns quizzed the nation to find out their pie preferences to help settle its very own pie debate. When given only one choice between a wide selection of savoury pie fillings including … [Read more...]
Apex Wellbeing ambassador champions #warmerwelcome
Family-run hotel chain, Apex Hotels, has introduced a new brand ambassador who is helping to spearhead its new guest wellbeing campaign. Wellbeing expert, Celynn Morin, is working with the group to roll out its #WarmerWelcome – which launched at Apex City of Bath Hotel. French Celynn – who grew up in South Africa – is also a registered dietician, keynote speaker and … [Read more...]
Starboard Hotels acquires four ibis styles properties from Carillion
Starboard Hotels, one of the UK’s fastest growing independent hotel owner/operators has today announced the purchase of four Ibis Styles hotels from beleaguered construction giant Carillion. The hotels, which will remain as Ibis Styles and be operated by Starboard under franchise from Accor, are a significant addition to Starboard ‘s rapidly expanding portfolio. Located in … [Read more...]
New University of Exeter Catering Director is focused on student experience
Simon Law has recently joined the University of Exeter from Compass Group, as Director of Catering and Retail Services. The main priorities of his role are the student experience, developing a team committed to providing an excellent service and continuing to enhance the catering and retail offer at the University. Simon is focused on ensuring high standards, creating an … [Read more...]