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Nottingham Venues has announced the appointment of David Cartwright as Head Chef at its Bramleys restaurant, located within the 4* Orchard Hotel.
The former Head Chef at renowned Nottingham fine dining restaurant World Service, David has been excelling in the kitchen for over 15 years.
David’s appointment marks the start of a series of changes due to take place at Bramleys and The Orchard Hotel throughout 2025, designed to put Bramleys restaurant on the map as a leading high standard dining destination within Nottingham.
Commenting on his appointment, David said: “There is huge potential at Bramleys to create one of Nottingham’s best destinations, and I am excited to lead the team and to elevate the quality of the food and overall experience at the restaurant. Our plan is to develop a refined, seasonal menu within the restaurant and also offer a series of high-quality small plates in the bar for those looking for a more casual dining option.”
“We want Bramleys to be a destination where people can come to have a memorable experience, and it is great to have the support of Nottingham Venues to create something special in Nottingham.”
Peter Bartlett, General Manager at The Orchard Hotel and East Midlands Conference Centre comments: “David is a fantastic chef with a history of delivering exceptional experiences for diners at restaurants across our region. His vision and knowledge will be instrumental in us refining and improving our offering at Bramleys.”
“Currently, Bramleys is popular with our hotel guests, but we aim to establish it as a standout destination, offering some of the finest food in the County for both hotel guests and local visitors to enjoy. I am excited to see the restaurant evolve in the coming months and to unveil our refreshed offering later this year, creating a unique opportunity for Bramleys to shine as a destination in its own right.”
Situated amidst 330 acres of University of Nottingham parkland, close to Nottingham city centre, The Orchard Hotel seamlessly fuses modern design with a deep-rooted commitment to the environment. The hotel has 203 comfortable bedrooms, 7 adaptable meeting spaces, and Bramleys Restaurant to ensure a complete guest experience.
Nottingham Venues is a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Nottingham, comprising of a collection of independent venues which specialise in meeting and events. Located across three of the University of Nottingham’s campuses; University Park, Jubilee and Sutton Bonington, Nottingham Venues brings all the University’s conferencing, hotel and event spaces together under one iconic brand, providing an unrivalled guest experience.
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