Butcombe Group has announced its most successful Community Week to date, hitting an incredible total of £40,540, a £20,000 increase from the previous year, while also delivering hundreds of volunteering hours to local charities, foodbanks, hospices, tree planting, gardening, litter picking on beaches and community centres across the South, Southwest and Channel … [Read more...]
Archives for 2025
Raffles Hotel Le Royal Appoints New Executive Chef David Eldridge
Chef News is sponsored by the the Kitchen Porters Club Raffles Hotel Le Royal, the iconic luxury hotel in Cambodia’s capital, has appointed David Eldridge as its new Executive Chef, as the historic property continues to elevate its fine-dining programme. Chef David brings more than two decades of international luxury experience across eight countries, including the … [Read more...]
Hyatt Regency Chicago Appoints New General Manager and Hotel Manager to its Executive Team
Hyatt Regency Chicago, the Windy City’s largest hotel and a premier urban destination, is pleased to announce two strategic appointments to its executive team. Following the retirement of long-standing General Manager Patrick Donelly, who concludes his 39-year tenure with Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Mark Wagner has been named General Manager, and Roberto Alicea has been appointed … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Traitors Escape: Spend the Night at Leeds Castle
Those inspired by The Traitors can stay in Battel Hall, Leeds Castle’s five-star holiday retreat - designed by series 3 Traitors star and interior designer Francesca Rowan-Plowden. Alternatively, guests can step into a real-life castle setting with an exclusive stay in Leeds Castle’s iconic State and Battlement Bedrooms located within the Castle itself, for a once-in-a-lifetime … [Read more...]
Le Sereno St. Barths Announces Appointment of Carlos de la Barra as General Manager
Le Sereno St. Barths announces the appointment of Carlos de la Barra as its new General Manager. With more than two decades of experience across leading luxury hotels, Carlos has held senior roles with internationally recognised brands including Atlantis the Palm Dubai, The Ritz-Carlton, Bulgari Hotels & Resorts, The Resort at Pedregal, now a Waldorf Astoria Property, One … [Read more...]
Bootle’s Oldest Pub Expands, Creating a New Sports Bar and Eight New Jobs in the Area
Bootle’s oldest pub is set to open up a new sports bar this January 2026. Since reopening again in September 2024 Bootle’s oldest pub has been a big hit with locals after being taken over by new owners who updated the local, while still keeping with its rich history. As well as a refurb an extensive beer garden was built, with local artist Paul Curtis creating a huge … [Read more...]
A Christmas Day Journey for Everyone – Pay What You Can Afford at the Great Central Railway
This Christmas Day, the Great Central Railway is delighted to welcome passengers aboard three special festive services created to bring people together during the holiday season. What’s more, in an effort to make the railway accessible to all, the Great Central Railway is designating Christmas Day as a Pay-What-You-Can-Afford event. Whether you’re seeking companionship, … [Read more...]
Hilton London Bankside Launches 76-Room Extension
Hilton London Bankside, the award-winning, design-led hotel, owned by Splendid Hospitality Group, unveils expansion featuring 76 newly designed rooms and suites, taking the total number to 368. The development introduces 12 new room categories, including upgraded suite experiences with elevated design concepts, with rooms available to book now for stays from 1st February … [Read more...]
Viceroy Hotels & Resorts Strengthens Global Leadership Team
Viceroy Hotels & Resorts proudly announces four strategic new hires to its global leadership team: Patrick Pahlke, Chief Commercial Officer; David Solis, Vice President, Global Luxury and Leisure Sales; Megan Mulholland, Senior Vice President, Brand Marketing & Wellness; and Shel Buhler, Vice President, Food & Beverage. These appointments mark an exciting new … [Read more...]
An Exciting Time of Growth for Bold Street Coffee
Bold Street Coffee, which is independently owned and operated by GSG Hospitality, continues to go from strength to strength having just opened their sixth branch in Glossop Market Hall in Derbyshire. With further openings planned for 2026, the coming year will mark another major step in the brand’s ongoing expansion across the North West. Renowned for its specialty coffee … [Read more...]
Successful Dunblane Hydro & Nick Nairn Partnership to Conclude After 16 Years
Chef News is sponsored by the the Kitchen Porters Club Apex Hotels today announces that the collaboration between famed chef and TV personality Nick Nairn, with his Kailyard Restaurant at Dunblane Hydro Hotel, will come to an end in March 2026, ending a hugely successful 16-year chapter at the iconic Scottish hotel. Nick intends to refocus on Nick’s and the Nick Nairn … [Read more...]
The Clink Charity Wins Competitive Tender Process to Retain Its Restaurant at HMP Brixton
We are absolutely delighted to announce that The Clink Charity has won a competitive commercial procurement process to retain our restaurant at HMP Brixton for a further five years. This is the culmination not only of a year of hard work, but of 11 years of reducing reoffending, setting exceptional standards and working side by side with our friends and partners in the … [Read more...]
The Coaching Inn Group Appoints New Managing Director
The Coaching Inn Group, the award-winning pubs-with-rooms business that forms part of RedCat Hospitality, has unveiled a new Managing Director. The business’s long-serving Adam Charity, formerly Chief Operating Officer, will take the helm with immediate effect. In his new role, he will lead The Coaching Inn Group as it looks to expand and drive growth even further, … [Read more...]
The Cosy New Year’s Eve: Why More Brits are Choosing Local, Laid-Back Celebrations Over Big Nights Out
As the UK heads towards the end of 2025, New Year’s Eve appears to be evolving. While grand city parties and high-budget events remain part of the landscape, a growing number of people are opting for something quieter and more personal: a relaxed dinner with friends, familiar surroundings, and the freedom to decide whether to stay out late or head home early. Longbow … [Read more...]
Preferred Hotels & Resorts Expands Portfolio in Egypt
Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent luxury hotel brand, has announced a significant expansion of its presence in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), following a strategic partnership with Wings Encora Collection, a pioneering hospitality entity in Egypt. This expansion includes six new properties (including one hotel and five cruise experiences) … [Read more...]
