Cotswolds
The Cotswolds is one of the UK’s most desirable hotel markets, combining rural charm with luxury appeal. At Hotel Owner, we cover the region’s hospitality landscape in detail, reporting on new openings, such as Hyll and House of George, alongside trends in investment, design, and wellness-led experiences. We also examine how rising interest from affluent international travellers is shaping the area’s hotel offerings. Our coverage provides hoteliers and hospitality professionals with insights into performance, positioning, and growth strategies in this high-demand destination.
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Jul- 2025 -4 JulyAppointments
Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa appoints new GM
Oxford Belfry Hotel and Spa has appointed Jade Dixon as its new general manager. Dixon has previously worked with the QHotels Collection, and brings a “wealth of experience and passion for team culture, guest experience, and operational transformation”. She first joined The QHotels Collection in 2015 at Nottingham Belfry Hotel…
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Jun- 2025 -23 JunePeople
The Queensberry Hotel in Bath appoints new GM
The Queensberry Hotel in Bath has announced the appointment of Oliver Harris to the role of general manager. Harris began his career after graduating from Edge Hotel School nine years ago. He joined the Exclusive Collection’s graduate programme at South Lodge Hotel in West Sussex, later becoming food and beverage…
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May- 2025 -22 MayAppointments
Grantley Hall appoints head chef for EightyEight restaurant
Grantley Hall has appointed Andy Lynam as its new head chef of bar and restaurant EightyEight, the hotel’s pan-Asian dining experience. Lynam joined the luxury hotel’s culinary team in 2024 as sous chef and “quickly established himself as a driving force” in the EightyEight kitchen. Grantley Hall said that he…
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12 MayHotels
Palé Hall Estate opens The Bryntirion Inn following £1m refurb
Palé Hall Estate has officially launched The Bryntirion Inn gastropub with rooms following a £1m refurbishment, which aims to expand the estate’s presence and “deliver something distinctly local” for both guests and the community. Located at the gates of the five-star Palé Hall Hotel in Bala, North Wales, The Bryntirion…
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Apr- 2025 -10 AprilHotels
Brakspear acquires The Kings Head in Cirencester
Pub-operator Brakspear has announced that it has acquired The Kings Head hotel in Cirencester. The Kings Head comprises 66 bedrooms, a restaurant and several event spaces. It has an established, sizable weddings and events business, offering ceremonies for up to 150 guests in its Assembly Room, or for 80 people…
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Feb- 2025 -26 FebruaryPeople
Cromlix hotel appoints new executive head chef
Five star country house hotel Cromlix has announced the appointment of James Mearing as the new executive head chef. Mearing replaces outgoing Darin Campbell who has worked for the hotel for 11 years and has left to pursue new projects. Mearing was formerly executive chef at Summer Lodge Country House…
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24 FebruaryRestaurants & Chefs
Whatley Manor to launch new menu concept in March
Whatley Manor in the Cotswolds has announced that its executive chef, Ricki Weston, will launch a new menu concept at the hotel’s casual dining restaurant – Grey’s – from 12 March. Inspired by Weston’s love for sharing-style menus, the new dishes at Grey’s will fall into four categories: Earth, Land,…
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18 FebruaryNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 18/2/25
Billesley Manor, a luxury hotel in Warwickshire, will transition to Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio in April 2025. This move will provide guests access to Marriott’s global network and loyalty program while maintaining the hotel’s independent ownership and unique character. TROO Hospitality will oversee the transition, ensuring smooth integration. The hotel, set…
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18 FebruaryHotels
Madfabulous to open first hotel Hyll this summer
Madfabulous Hotels has announced that its first venture, Hyll, will be opening in the North Cotswolds, near Chipping Campden and Broadway, in early summer 2025. According to the group, Hyll’s offering will tap into a growing demand of those seeking “an unhurried, restorative travel experience” by making room for guests…
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10 FebruaryPeople
The Feathered Nest pub with rooms appoints new head chef
Cotswolds gastropub with rooms The Feathered Nest has announced the appointment of James Erasmus as its new head chef. Erasmus has built up a reputation in the culinary world, working at the likes of The Ledbury, Harwood Arms, The Woodsman, Harlequin and La Colombe in his native South Africa. The…
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