Berkshire
Coverage of hotel industry activity in Berkshire, including openings, refurbishments, transactions, and operational updates across the county. Includes insights into local market performance, staffing trends, and investment patterns in key towns such as Reading, Windsor, and Newbury. Also explores the role of Berkshire’s tourism and business travel sectors in driving hotel demand.
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Jun- 2025 -10 JuneHotel Brands
Dorchester Collection’s Coworth Park launches reimagined spa
Coworth Park, Dorchester Collection’s luxury country house hotel located in the heart of Berkshire, has launched its reimagined spa. Set within the 240-acres of countryside at Coworth Park, the spa with views over the wildflower meadow has been redesigned to reflect its natural setting. Light-filled spaces, soft textures and nature-inspired…
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Apr- 2025 -9 AprilHotel Brands
Sarova Hotels sees bookings rise 11.3% since last summer
Sarova Hotels, which operates The Rembrandt in London, The Abbey in Worcestershire, The Bull in Buckinghamshire and Sir Christopher Wren in Berkshire, has seen a 11.3% uplift in bookings following its partnership with HotelREZ in June 2024. By promoting Sarova Hotels to targeted segments and to thousands of agencies worldwide,…
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Mar- 2025 -4 MarchHotels
The Peacock at Rowsley opens under new ownership
The Peacock at Rowsley, a boutique hotel in the Peak District, has reopened after being taken over by Longbow Ventures. Longbow has made an investment of £500,000 to improve the ground floor areas and dining offering. This involved retraining and recruitment of new chefs, alongside significant upgrades to the kitchen,…
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4 MarchHotels
Countrywide Hotels appointed to manage Orida Hotels Newbury
Countrywide Hotels has been appointed to manage Orida Hotels Newbury, formerly known as DoubleTree by Hilton Newbury North. The 113-bedroom hotel, which will trade as Orida Hotels Newbury, is the latest addition to the Orida Hotels portfolio. Other properties include Orida Hotels Maidstone, Holiday Inn Maidstone – Sevenoaks, and three…
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Dec- 2024 -16 DecemberHotel Brands
Apex Hotels unveils two senior appointments
Apex Hotels has announced the appointment of Matthew Young as technology director and Stephen MacPherson as general manager of Hospitality Linen Services (HLS). Young was formerly director of information technology positions at Gleneagles Hotel, Gleneagles Townhouse, Estelle Manor and Maison Estelle. MacPherson held senior operations and managerial positions at Elis…
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Oct- 2024 -22 OctoberLatest News
Today’s news in brief – 22/10/24
Imbiba, a leisure, lifestyle, and entertainment investor, has partnered with Canary Wharf Group (CWG) to open a new 65,000 sq ft hotel at 12 Bank Street, Canary Wharf, in 2025. The venue will house several Imbiba brands, including a 78-bedroom House of Gods Hotel, a music venue, a rooftop bar,…
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22 OctoberHotels
Apex Hotels acquires The Vineyard Hotel
Apex Hotels has acquired The Vineyard Hotel in Newbury, West Berkshire from Sir Peter Michael and family. Now, with a generational change and their recent opening of The Post at nearby sister establishment, Donnington Valley Hotel, the Michael family have decided the time has come for new owners to take…
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Sep- 2024 -30 SeptemberLatest News
Whatley Manor appoints new GM
Whatley Manor Hotel and Spa has announced the appointment of Chris Smith as its new general manager. Leading the overall operations, performance and strategic direction for Whatley Manor, Smith has a hotel career spanning two decades, having worked in key F&B and general management roles. He joins Whatley Manor from…
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27 SeptemberLatest News
Today’s news in brief – 27/9/24
Sam Nazarian, founder of Sbe, has announced the launch of a new wellness-focused hotel brand, The Estate Hotels and Residences, partnering with Tony Robbins, Marc Anthony, and Richard Attias. The project aims to create the world’s largest network of longevity-focused resorts and residences. By 2030, 15 hotels and 10 urban…
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27 SeptemberHotels
Experienced hotel operator snaps up The Chequers in Berkshire
The Chequers Hotel in Newbury, Berkshire, has been sold to MZaman Holdings Group, who add the property to its existing portfolio of nine UK hotels. While the hotel has been sold for an undisclosed sum, the transaction was completed off a guide price of £2.65m. Originally built in the late…
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