Surrey
Explore Surrey’s flourishing hotel sector, where commuter convenience and countryside charm converge. This section tracks new property openings—from boutique hotels in Guildford and Woking to luxury retreats in the Surrey Hills—alongside detailed performance metrics such as occupancy rates, average daily rates and RevPAR. You’ll also find updates on planning approvals, refurbishment projects and investment deals, plus insight into the impact of regional events—from Goodwood Festival of Speed to business conferences at RHS Wisley—on guest demand. Whether you manage a riverside boutique in Farnham or a large-scale conference hotel in Guildford, this hub delivers the comprehensive news and intel you need to excel in Surrey’s hospitality landscape.
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Jul- 2015 -6 JulyCurrent Affairs
‘Room to Reward’ charity launches in the UK
A charity that campaigns for the hotel industry to recognise and reward deserving individuals within registered charities has launched in the UK today. Room to Reward is calling on hotels to donate vacant bedrooms to “deserving individuals”, with a complimentary stay, on a bed-and-breakfast basis. The scheme hopes to reward…
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6 JulyFront of House
Front of House: Great Fosters Hotel
Owned by the Sutcliffe family, Great Fosters Hotel is a Grade I listed building set amongst 50 acres of gardens and parkland in Egham, Surrey. TOM DAVIS caught up with managing director Richard Young to learn more about its unique offering Tell me about the history of the hotel and…
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Dec- 2014 -8 DecemberHotels
Cranleigh Boutique nominated for third marketing award of 2014
The Cranleigh Boutique, based in Bowness-on-Windermere, has been shortlisted for the ‘Best Use of Social Media in Marketing’ at the Hotel Marketing Awards. The nomination comes after a successful year for the 18-bedroom hotel, winning the ‘Best use of Social Media’ award at the Travel Marketing Awards in March, and…
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Sep- 2014 -2 SeptemberHotels
Surrey hotel reopens after being hit by Christmas floods
The Mercure Box Hill Burford Bridge Hotel has reopened following an expected multi-million pound refurbishment after it was flood-hit earlier this year. The hotel in Surrey had been closed down for 9 months after being hit by the floods on Christmas Eve. Reopened on September 1, the Mercure Box Hill…
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Aug- 2014 -1 AugustHotels
Five spas receive new top rating from the Good Spa Guide
Five hotel spas have been awarded the Five Bubble Luxury award – a new award launched by the Good Spa Guide. Lucknam Park, Wiltshire, Pennyhill Park, Surrey, Rockliffe Hall, County Durham, The Vineyard, Berkshire and Dormy House Hotel and Spa, Worcestershire have all been for their “spectacular facilities, soothing and…
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Jul- 2014 -9 JulyHotels
Choice Hotels reveals new flagship hotel in Windsor
Choice Hotels has announced the opening of its new flagship hotel in Windsor, Surrey. Four-star hotel and spa the Harte & Garter is an amalgamation of two 14th Century inns, and has been named the centrepiece of the Clarion Collection portfolio. The 98-room hotel is located 100 meters away from…
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Jul- 2013 -18 JulyPeople
Institute of Hospitality opens its offices as new training centre
For the first time ever, aspiring and junior hospitality managers can study for an Institute of Hospitality Level 3 Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management at the institute’s very own Greater London offices in Sutton, Surrey. Award-winning businesses such as BaxterStorey, Sodexo, Compass, Red Carnation Hotels and Grosvenor House Park…
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Jan- 2013 -30 January
Hospitality Action supporters raise £25,000 going ‘back to the floor’
Senior figures from the hospitality industry were recently sent back to the floor by Hospitality Action as part of a special fundraising dinner. Hosted at the five-star Pennyhill Park Hotel in Surrey, the event raised £25,000 for those in need across the hospitality sector. Danny Pecorelli of the Exclusive Hotels…
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4 January
Diners to be wined and dined by hospitality industry’s top bods
A hundred or so lucky diners are to be treated to a one-night-only, unique wine and dine experience, hosted by a cohort of the industry’s top names. The event features a selection of top names manning the decks including Harry Murray of Lucknam Park; Andrew McKenzie of the Vineyard at…
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Nov- 2012 -22 November
Hotel & Catering Show add live catering battle to events
The Hotel & Catering Show has this year teamed up with the Craft Guild of Chefs to host a Chefs Kitchen event, pitting contract caterers against each other. Held at the Bournemouth International Centre (BIC) from 5 to 6 March, the event is entering its 57th year but this year…
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