Hospitality

Animal keepers at West Midlands Safari Park have had a busy start to the year by completing the annual animal count.

International brand Foodhub is teaming up with Fifteen Group, in a partnership designed to help both brands drive their sales.

Following on from its recent awards successes including securing two AA rosettes for culinary excellence and being listed in the Michelin Guide, Vetch, on Hope Street in the heart of Liverpool’s historic quarter has now been included in the prestigious UK food guide the Good Food Guide, achieving a rating of Very Good.

The visitor economy in the west of England is reported to be worth a record £2.46 billion and supports 46,000 jobs, according to latest research figures from Visit West.

BWH Hotels, Great Britain’s largest group of independent hotels has named globally recognised PR and social media agency Smoking Gun as its retained B2B PR agency.

West Midlands Safari Park has announced the appointment of a new Managing Director.

Plans are well under way for what is set to be the magnificent seventh ‘Night of the Stars’ spectacular which will shine a light on Bristol’s hospitality heroes.

Following a move earlier this year to join Choice Hotels EMEA's Clarion brand, the Clarion Charlecote Pheasant Hotel in Stratford-upon-Avon has now completed a refurbishment of 40 guest rooms and corridors in its Barford building, a key stage in the Hotel’s brand transition.

The Bakers Arms in Broad Campden is finally re-open, and in time for its 300 anniversary.

One of the country’s leading hospitality and catering recruitment specialists has boosted its leadership team with the appointment of a new Business Development Manager.

West Midlands Safari Park will be hosting its annual, family-favourite Christmas event again and this year, there are some brand-new, exciting features, as well as a ‘relaxed’ first day.

One the best-selling music artists of all time, Katy Perry announces The Lifetimes Tour is coming to the UK in October 2025 - a spectacular career-spanning run of live shows, including all the hits from across her multi-million selling albums.

Businesses need to encourage more in person meetings and conferences to help improve productivity and employee well-being.

F1® Arcade’s Birmingham venue took home the prize at the 9th annual Birmingham Awards for The Octane Bar, which boasts a full size Formula 1 car suspended from the ceiling

Hydes Brewery has re-opened the doors of its popular Stockport pub, The Nursery Inn, following a £250K refurbishment.

Lancashire-based company Partington’s has rolled out the red carpet over the past twelve months to commemorate the amazing 80th anniversary of Partington’s Holiday Parks, with a whole host of exciting activities, openings and special announcements.

The festive season is fast approaching and the Metropolitan Pub Company has opened its doors to offer exclusive private dining rooms in 34 sites across the UK.

A Grevy’s zebra foal has been born at West Midlands Safari Park - a significant moment for the conservation efforts of this endangered species.

In a groundbreaking collaboration, Kingfisher Beer and WonderDays Experience Days have joined forces to offer beer lovers an exciting opportunity to win incredible experience days.

The iconic live music and sports venue, managed by Butcombe Pubs & Inns, has thrown open its doors unveiling a refreshed look and exciting new spaces.

Following its £50million redevelopment, AO Arena selects AXS as Ticket Provider for Manchester’s premier live entertainment venue.

Vine Hotels has appointed Rob Nicholson as the new general manager for Best Western Cresta Court Hotel, Altrincham.

As the Cumbrian woodlands take on their glorious autumn colours, the clamour of holidaymakers quietens to just the hardiest fell walkers and off-season adventure seekers.

Food and catering management specialist Added Value Enterprises (AVE) has strengthened its senior management team with the appointment of a new Business Development Manager.

Birmingham-based consultancy and asset management company, Switch Management Ltd, has strengthened its senior team with the appointment of Sigita Pjampite as Regional Director of Sales.

Keepers at West Midlands Safari Park have witnessed some mischief this week, as the Park’s spooky characters have been trying to get everyone ready to celebrate Halloween – even the animals!

The owners of an award-winning Cumbrian pub are celebrating this week after receiving four prestigious awards from the AA, recognising the quality of their accommodation, food service and wine list.

Devon’s talented food and drink scene was alive at 13th Food Drink Devon Awards.

Running from Friday, 13th December to Sunday, 15th, Northlight Estates is excited to announce its first-ever Christmas market!

Linthwaite House Hotel has launched a new collection of packages to cater for special events ranging from meetings to incentive group dinners, and VIP networking functions to weddings and parties.

The team at Linthwaite House, Bowness, in the Lake District, have just discovered (today 01st October) that they have received one of the UK’s first-ever Michelin Key awards.

The South West marked World Tourism Day (September 27) with the launch of an innovative initiative to help boost Devon and Somerset’s tourism industry.

Salford-based brewer and pub retailer Hydes is gearing up for a bumper festive period with bookings for 2024 already at maximum capacity for Christmas day dinners.

Celebrating its 15th anniversary this month, Primary, a full-service events agency, has grown from humble beginnings in a garage to a global business events powerhouse.

Hybrid hotel brand, Kabannas, has relaunched its Liverpool site with a brand new look and feel, following an extensive multi-million pound refurbishment.

Following the successful launch of VETCH earlier this spring, recognition has already begun to materialise for the central Liverpool eatery, with the restaurant being awarded two AA rosettes for culinary excellence.

The Old Lion at Harborough Magna is set to reopen on Wednesday, 25 September following a complete refurbishment, serving exceptional modern Indian food alongside British classics and pizza.

AO Arena has set a new benchmark in sports history, this weekend breaking the all-time attendance record for The Davis Cup tennis tournament.

Providence Hotels expands its portfolio with the strategic lease acquisition of Mary Mount Hotel, enhancing its presence in the UK’s hospitality sector.

The North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce a new strategic partnership with Manchester’s AO Arena, one of the UK’s premier entertainment venues.

West Midlands Safari Park has bid a fond farewell to one of its rhinos, making way for the arrival of another, who has been united with her sister for the first time.

Victoria Warehouse, in partnership with other leading venues, suppliers, and partners from across the city, recently hosted a successful and dynamic familiarisation trip - branded as FAM24 - bringing together 50 creative event agents from London and around the UK.

Construction of The Masters Suite, a new events space at The Belfry Hotel & Resort, in West Midlands, is progressing ahead of schedule and is now confirmed to open in September, one month earlier than planned.

The White Hart Hotel, a historic 250-year-old Georgian hostelry in Moretonhampstead, has recently reopened its doors under new ownership following an impressive half-million-pound refurbishment

Hotel Indigo Exeter proudly announces the appointment of Mahesh Jay as its new General Manager, marking a strategic move to strengthen its leadership team following the hotel’s transition to Focus Hotels management in December 2023.

A Victorian Stockport pub with its own dedicated wedding and private functions venue is proving a big hit with couples looking to tie the knot and save thousands of pounds on their wedding bill.

An Award-Winning Somerset farm shop is hosting a Mexican Tasting Evening this September featuring dishes inspired by the North American country while supporting Somerset and Westcountry producers too (2024).

Best Western The Dartmouth Hotel, Golf and Spa has announced the recent opening of its new golf range practice facility.

To help the venue develop its corporate and private events business, hospitality consultant and leading event management specialist, Liz Taylor, has been selected to serve as a Special Advisor to the unique heritage events space in Manchester, Victoria Baths.

The Manchester Storm, a leading team in the Elite Ice Hockey League (EIHL), is thrilled to announce a new partnership withBest Western Cresta Court Hotel, located in the heart of Altrincham.

Shropshire, while known as one of the smallest populated counties in the UK, proves that great things often come in small packages.

A bar restaurant has been opened at an historic Birmingham park by a team including a MasterChef winner thanks to funding from the Community Investment Enterprise Fund (CIEF) through BCRS Business Loans.

The Woodsman Restaurant, located within Hotel Indigo Stratford upon Avon, is to host an exclusive tasting evening with wines from Welcombe Hills Vineyard on Thursday 15 August.

Manchester-based brand communications agency Scoop adds Shuffle to its expanding hospitality roster

WonderDays, the leading provider of unique and unforgettable experiences in the UK is thrilled to announce a spectacular expansion to its summer portfolio.

City hoteliers are practicing what they have preached by backing this year’s Bristol Balloon Fiesta through providing free accommodation for the crew and balloon teams.

West Midlands Safari Park is celebrating two of its most-loved inhabitants this summer – charismatic rhinos and mighty dinosaurs.

Elif Turkish Bar & Grill will open on Castle Street, in Liverpool City Centre this week.

Mayor Dan Norris MP has wished the West of England region's Olympic hopefuls good luck in person as they prepare to compete in the Paris Games later this month.

Keepers at West Midlands Safari Park are celebrating the first birthday of a Sumatran tiger cub – a great milestone as she didn’t have the easiest start at life.