Peak District
The Peak District is a major driver of UK domestic tourism, with over 13 million annual visitors supporting a strong hospitality market. The region is home to a mix of heritage hotels, countryside retreats, and boutique properties. We report on investment activity, such as the acquisition of the New Bath Hotel near Matlock Bath by Deventure Hotels & Resorts, and follow large-scale developments including the proposed £1bn PEAK Gateway resort near Chesterfield. This archive provides insights into hotel transactions, market conditions, and growth opportunities for hoteliers and industry professionals operating in or targeting rural tourism destinations.
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Jul- 2025 -14 JulyHotels
Peak District’s Izaak Walton Hotel brought to market for £2.35m
The Izaak Walton Hotel, a 17th Century country house property in the Peak District, has been brought to market for a guide asking price of £2.35m. Located between Ilam and Thorpe near Ashbourne, the hotel consists of 38 en-suite bedrooms, an “award-winning” restaurant, and landscaped grounds covering about 3.25 acres. …
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Mar- 2025 -20 MarchHotels
Kew Green Hotels appointed Best Western Sheffield City Hotel management
Kew Green Hotels has announced that it has been appointed as the hotel management partner for Best Western Sheffield City Hotel. This 111-bedroom hotel features all en-suite rooms, a bar, versatile meeting spaces, and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property. Additionally, the hotel is pet-friendly. The rebranding to Best Western Sheffield…
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4 MarchNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 4/3/25
The Landmark London has promoted Matteo Sargentelli to the role of head pastry chef. A member of the hotel’s culinary team since 2018, Sargentelli has worked in top London establishments like Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester and Oblix Restaurant. Rising through the ranks from junior pastry sous chef to deputy…
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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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Jan- 2025 -20 JanuaryProperty
Peak gateway resort breaks ground
Peak gateway resort situated on the eastern boundary of the Peak District has broken ground, with phase one scheduled to open to visitors in 2027/8. Consisting of 283 acres (114 hectares) of reclaimed former opencast land, Peak proposes the UK’s first purpose built national park gateway “resort town”. Planning approvals…
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Nov- 2024 -20 NovemberLatest News
Today’s news in brief – 20/11/24
The Devonshire Group has acquired the Premier Inn Chesterfield West and Highwayman Beefeater restaurant in Eastmoor, near the Peak District National Park, for an undisclosed sum. The 25-room hotel and restaurant employ 28 staff who will remain under the new ownership. The Devonshire Group plans to develop a new vision…
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20 NovemberHotels
Devonshire Group acquires Peak District hotel and restaurant
The Devonshire Group has acquired Premier Inn Chesterfield West hotel and Highwayman Beefeater restaurant situated at the edge of the Peak District National Park. The hotel group has purchased the site for an undisclosed sum and will focus on protecting and growing the impact of the hotel and restaurant within…
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7 NovemberLatest News
Today’s news in brief – 7/11/24
Accor and The Arora Group have announced plans for a new Sofitel hotel near Dublin Airport, set to open in late 2026. This luxury hotel will feature 412 rooms, a tea salon, an all-day dining restaurant, and an 11th-floor sky bar with airport views. Amenities include a fitness centre, executive…
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7 NovemberHotels
Hollywood House hits the market for £2m
Self-catered holiday let Hollywood House has been brought to market with a guide price of £2m. The property offers 16 bedrooms, each uniquely themed around Hollywood movies and icons including Marilyn Monroe, James Bond and John Wayne. The house also offers two lounges, a dining room conservatory/bar which can seat…
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Oct- 2024 -14 OctoberPeople
Buxton Crescent appoints new deputy GM
Buxton Crescent, the luxury Peak District hotel with a spa and wellness centre, has appointed Stephen Ewing as deputy general manager. Ewin will be supporting general manager Deirdre Billing at the 81-bedroom Buxton Crescent hotel and spa, as well as the nearby sister property The Old Hall Hotel. He will…
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