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A 58-bedroom hotel in Cheshire has been sold out of administration for an undisclosed sum, a move that will safeguard 60 jobs and keep the business operational.
Forest Hills Hotel in Frodsham was sold following a marketing process led by Landwood Group to support joint administrators at DSW Business Recovery. The deal for the hotel business and assets ensures the site remains open following a period of uncertainty for the 120-year-old venue.
The hotel and leisure complex is set within seven acres and includes a restaurant, conference facilities and a leisure club with a swimming pool. The property has a history as an entertainment venue and hosted groups including The Beatles and Gerry and the Pacemakers in the 1960s.
Potential buyers showed interest in the site both as a going concern and for its wider development potential. The site offers scope for further investment to enhance existing operations or for future development, subject to planning permission.
Partner at Landwood Group, James Ashworth, said: “Forest Hills is a well-known venue with a strong trading base and clear scope for future investment. We worked closely with the administrators to deliver a swift sale, helping to preserve 60 jobs and maintain continuity at the hotel.
“Encouragingly, we received interest from a range of parties, reflecting confidence in assets that combine established operations with redevelopment potential. It’s great to see a buyer committed to taking the business forward.”
