East Sussex
Coverage of hotel and hospitality activity in East Sussex, a coastal and rural county home to destinations like Brighton, Eastbourne, and Lewes. Reporting includes hotel openings, refurbishments, investment trends, and performance insights across both urban and countryside settings. Also explores how tourism, seasonal demand, and local events shape the region’s hospitality landscape.
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May- 2025 -6 MayHotels
Powdermills Hotel to undergo refurb following acquisition
The Powdermills Hotel in Battle is set to undergo a refurbishment after being acquired by Crafted. It marks the first property to be acquired by Crafted, which is aiming to create a portfolio of life-friendly hotels and clubs. The construction works will upgrade the fabric of the historic listed main…
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Mar- 2025 -21 MarchHotels
The Signet Collection to open The Alfriston on 27 March
The Signet Collection has announced it is set to open its fourth hotel, The Alfriston, on 27 March 2025. Nestled in the village of Alfriston within the South Downs, this latest addition will boast 38 bedrooms and suites, each individually styled with “warm” colours, upcycled antiques, and bathrooms. Samantha Ross…
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Nov- 2024 -26 NovemberHotel Brands
Elite Hotels retains Investors in People accreditation
Elite Hotels has announced it has retained its Investors in People (IPP) accreditation for the 21st successive year. It said the accreditation is a “testament to the hotel group’s commitment to maintaining and prioritising its policy of greater innovation, productivity, and performance”. Elite Hotels, a privately-owned collection of three hotels…
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Aug- 2024 -28 AugustRestaurants & Chefs
Champneys Eastwell Manor relaunches Gardenia restaurant
Eastwell Manor, the historic country house hotel by Champneys, has announced the relaunch of its signature restaurant, Gardenia. Located in the Kent countryside, the restaurant’s name, Gardenia, pays homage to both the manor’s rich history and its “romantic ambiance”and takes its name from the Victorian era, where gardenias were used…
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Jun- 2024 -10 JuneLatest News
Today’s news in brief – 10/6/24
Savills and Eastdil Secured are marketing the W Edinburgh hotel for sale. The 244-room hotel, opened in November 2023, boasts exceptional visibility and is located in the bustling St James Quarter of Edinburgh. The property includes a rooftop offering panoramic views and benefits from a high demand for its services.…
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10 JuneHotels
Brambletye Hotel up for sale
The Brambletye Hotel in Forest Row in East Sussex has been put up for sale off a guide price of £1.5m. The property offers 19 ensuite guest bedrooms, a public bar and restaurant, along with on-site car parking and a terrace for outside drinking and dining. The Brambletye Hotel also…
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7 JuneHotels
Safestay full-year sales rise 18% to £22.5m
Safestay has announced that total revenues, including discontinued operations, rose by 18% to £22.5m in its full-year results, up from £19.1m the prior year, as occupancy hit 71.4% over the period. While Adjusted EBITDA increased by 15% to £6.8m, the group did report that its net loss widened to £1.3m,…
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Apr- 2024 -12 AprilLatest News
Today’s news in brief – 12/4/24
Swinton Estate, known for its luxurious accommodations and commitment to sustainability, has selected Paul Hunter as its new general manager. Hunter brings a wealth of experience from his previous roles in boutique hotels and major hospitality groups. His responsibilities will include overseeing various aspects of the estate’s leisure operations, including…
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12 AprilHotels
The White Horses Rottingdean outlines summer recruitment plans
The White Horses Rottingdean has outlined its latest recruitment plans to hire more than 40 team members ahead of opening this summer. As the first hotel to open from Everly Hotels Collection, The White Horses will be a new premium hotel on the East Sussex coastline. According to the group,…
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Jan- 2024 -31 JanuaryLatest News
Today’s news in brief – 31/1/24
RBH Hospitality Management has appointed Paul Powell as the operations manager for the upcoming Holiday Inn Blackpool hotel. Powell, with over 20 years of industry experience, will oversee the 144-bedroom hotel, including Marco’s New York Italian restaurant. Currently focused on the hotel’s “Be More You” campaign, Powell and general manager…
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