Angus
Angus, located on Scotland’s east coast, is home to a mix of rural retreats, coastal destinations, and growing tourism activity. Our coverage includes hotel openings, refurbishments, planning applications, and investment trends across towns such as Arbroath, Forfar, and Montrose. We also report on how local economic development, events, and seasonal visitor patterns are shaping the hospitality landscape for hoteliers in the region.
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Jul- 2025 -2 JulyHotels
Switch Management acquires Bournemouth’s Queens Hotel and Spa
Switch Management, the Birmingham-based asset management company, has acquired the Queens Hotel and Spa in Bournemouth for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition is expected to secure the long-term future of the East Cliff property and its 68 employees after the hotel entered administration in March 2024. The 109-room hotel features…
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Mar- 2025 -28 MarchRestaurants & Chefs
Sopwell House reopens The Brasserie following refurb
Sopwell House has reopened The Brasserie after a refurbishment, introducing a new menu focused on locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant, located within the countryside hotel, has been redesigned to offer a “contemporary yet comfortable” dining experience. The refreshed menu, developed by executive chef Gopi Chandran and brasserie head chef Marilena…
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26 MarchHotel Brands
Malmaison Aberdeen undergoes £1.8m refurb
Malmaison Aberdeen has undergone a £1.8m transformation of the Grade-II listed property, which the group said demonstrates its “confidence in the region despite recent challenges in the local economy”. The investment has transformed the hotel’s guest rooms and public areas, including the Bar and Grill – a dining spot that…
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Feb- 2025 -24 FebruaryNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 24/2/25
Switch Management Ltd’s aparthotel in Birmingham has had an impressive first year since its January 2024 opening, positioning itself as a top regional accommodation choice. It exceeded industry benchmarks by 24% in its first six months, driven largely by corporate bookings. By Q4, its Revenue Per Available Room (RevPAR) aligned…
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24 FebruaryHotels
Switch celebrates successful first year for Birmingham aparthotel
The asset management company, Switch Management Ltd, has reported a strong opening 12-month performance at its landmark aparthotel Birmingham property. Since its opening in January 2024, it said aparthotel Birmingham has quickly established itself as “one of the leading places to stay in the region”. Seeing an “exceptional” level of…
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Jan- 2025 -6 JanuaryLatest News
Today’s news in brief – 6/1/25
The Swan Inn Fittleworth, a 14th-century coaching inn, has reopened after a comprehensive refurbishment led by Angus Davies, known for his work at esteemed restaurants. The revamped venue includes a pub bar, a 46-cover dining room, a restored barn for private dining, and 12 ensuite bedrooms. The inn has a…
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6 JanuaryLatest News
The Swan Inn reopens following refurb
The historic 14th Century coaching inn, The Swan Inn Fittleworth, has officially reopened following a transformation of the bedrooms, pub and dining. The local pub, originally established in 1536, has undergone a transformation under Angus Davies, previously of Chez Bruce, Lorne, Sorrel, and his solo venture, the Bib Gourmand-awarded The…
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Jun- 2024 -17 JuneLatest News
The Swan Inn to reopen in Autumn
The Swan Inn, originally established in 1536 from a building dating back to the 14th Century, has undergone a transformation and is set to reopen its doors in Autumn. The Swan Inn is home to a pub bar, a 46-cover dining room, a barn that’s been restored for breakfast and…
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May- 2024 -30 MayLatest News
Today’s news in brief – 30/5/24
Radisson Hotel Group has announced its first Radisson Red hotel in Galway, Ireland, as part of the Crown Square development. Scheduled to open later this year, Radisson Red Galway will feature 177 rooms with designs inspired by art, music, and fashion. The eight-storey building, designed by Henry J. Lyons Architects,…
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30 MayRestaurants & Chefs
Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars appoints NYnLON head chef
NYnLON at Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars has announced the appointment of Giuseppe Federico as its new head chef. In his role at the recently-opened signature restaurant, Federico will be responsible for elevating the culinary experience and providing a memorable restaurant experience. He will also be tasked with creating a menu…
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