Today’s news in brief – 14/11/24

Crossways Inn, a historic 17th-century pub and restaurant near Highbridge, Somerset, is for sale at £990,000. The inn boasts 92 covers, a CAMRA-awarded pub, and an extended four-star B&B with eight ensuite rooms. Features include accessible rooms, a beer garden, private B&B entrance, and owner accommodation. The inn is well-loved locally and offers potential growth through extended kitchen hours and additional services like a Sunday carvery. Christie and Co, managing the sale, expects strong buyer interest for this award-winning, well-established pub.

Center Parcs plans a £350m-£400m Scottish village near Hawick, creating 1,200 jobs and boosting the local economy. Slated for 2025 planning submission, it will feature 700 lodges, an indoor water park, spa, shops, and restaurants. The project includes afforestation efforts for biodiversity. With demand for local family breaks high, Center Parcs anticipates significant interest in this new site.

Since opening in November 2023, AC Hotel by Marriott Glasgow has sold 59,000 room nights, welcomed 85,000 guests, and surpassed profit expectations by 5%. High occupancy rates are due to Scotland’s booming tourism and major events like Taylor Swift’s concerts. General manager Craig Munro credits the hotel’s diverse appeal and staff loyalty for its success. The hotel’s city-centric design, hosting of celebrities, and low staff turnover highlight its positive reception.