The membership body which represents hoteliers across the region, has unveiled its new Management Committee. The North East Hotels Association (NEHA) announced the leadership line-up at its AGM on Tyneside. Lisa Crocker, General Manager at Staybridge Suites Newcastle has joined Bernard Bloodworth, Managing Director at Matfen Hall, as Joint NEHA Chair. Andrew Fox, … [Read more...]
New Management team appointed at the Fleece Hotel Richmond North Yorkshire
The first three management appointments have been made at the new Fleece Hotel, Richmond, North Yorkshire that opens in April 2018 as a 10-bedroom luxury hotel, restaurant, café-bar and lounge. Hotel manager, Jill Loughborough, deputy manager Ayrton Westwood and head chef, Thomas Pickard begin their duties on Monday 19th February when they will begin the pre-opening … [Read more...]
Interstate Europe makes a move to the south coast with Bournemouth signing
Interstate Europe Hotels & Resorts has been named as the new management company behind the Ramada Encore in Bournemouth. The third-party management firm has signed a deal to manage the 113 guest room property, located within walking distance of the town’s famous seven-mile stretch of beaches. Nicholas Northam, managing director for the UK at Interstate Europe, said: … [Read more...]
The Hospitality Industry’s Pantomime a Massive Success!
The Hospitality Industry’s Pantomime was a fantastic success, enchanting the audience with their take on the mystical world of Aladdin. The Springboard Charity put the magic back into hospitality, with their adaptation of the classic Eastern tale. Set within ‘The Great Arabian Nights Hotel’ – it starred all your favourite characters including Aladdin, Jasmine and Widow … [Read more...]
WSH announces landmark sustainability pledge
WSH, the parent company of leading hospitality brands including BaxterStorey, Mere, HIX, Benugo and Searcys has passed a landmark resolution, committing to procure 100% of the business’ direct purchased electricity from renewable sources by 2020. WSH’s pledge demonstrates the business’ commitment to furthering the aspirational goal of decarbonising the UK by reducing fossil … [Read more...]