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Cynera Rodricks

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Habitat First Group to Launch Firefly Spa and Restaurant at Silverlake Estate, Dorset, on August 1, 2026

🏊️ Holiday home operator Habitat First Group will launch the Firefly Spa and Restaurant at its Silverlake estate in Dorset on 1 August 2026. The facility, featuring a 25-meter heated outdoor pool, sauna, and wild swimming zones, is the company's largest investment targeting the UK wellness tourism market. In partnership with Espa, it offers specialized treatments and lakeside dining. A second phase in 2027 will add a gym. Located in a nature reserve, it's open to guests, property owners, and residents.
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Elite Venue Selection Appoints Chris Main as General Manager for 232-Room Grand Hotel Gosforth Park in Newcastle

🏨 Elite Venue Selection has appointed Chris Main as the general manager of Grand Hotel Gosforth Park in Newcastle. Main, with 22 years of experience in luxury hotel administration, will manage the 232-bedroom property and oversee upcoming refurbishments. Previously, he served at Linden Hall Hotel in Northumberland and worked with Macdonald Hotels, Seaham Hall, and Doxford Hall Hotel. His appointment aligns with Elite Venue's strategy to enhance their luxury offerings and guest experiences.
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Freehold Hotel 82 MSK in Marylebone Listed for Sale at £12.5 Million by Savills

🏨 82 MSK, a freehold hotel in Marylebone, is on the market for £12.5m. It has 23 en-suite bedrooms across six floors and includes reception, office space, and a breakfast room. Located in Westminster, it operates on a room-only basis. The hotel is an eight-minute walk from Marylebone station, which serves over 11m passengers annually. Savills represents the seller. Potential exists to add more bedrooms, subject to planning permission.
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Manex Properties Secures Planning Permission to Transform Waterman House into 73-Room Amano Hotel in London

🏨 Manex Properties has secured permission from Westminster City Council to convert a vacant nine-storey office building into a 73-room Amano hotel. Situated 50 yards from Hotel Amano Covent Garden, the project is a joint venture with Excellion Capital, enhancing the London estate's value to £150m. Construction will begin this year, with a single management team overseeing both properties. The redevelopment aims to restore the 25,000 sq ft building's architectural character.
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Three Ways House Hotel in Cotswold Village Mickleton Listed for Sale at Over £3.75 Million

🏨 Three Ways House Hotel in Mickleton, North Cotswolds, is for sale for over £3.75 million. Built in 1871 from Cotswold stone, it offers 48 en suite bedrooms, a restaurant, a bar, and meeting rooms. The Cotswolds region attracted 38 million tourists in 2024, generating over £1 billion. Savills, the real estate advisor, handles the sale, citing consistent RevPAR premiums for local hotels. Nearby, The Old Stocks Inn sold for £3 million, Wyck Hill House for £10 million, and The Lords of the Manor for £6.5 million.
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Langham Hospitality Group Appoints Josh Littman as Head of Development for EMEA to Expand Hotel Portfolio

💼 Josh Littman has been appointed head of development for Langham Hospitality Group's EMEA region, based in London. He will focus on expanding the company’s hospitality brands, including The Langham, Cordis, Eaton, and Ying’nFlo. Littman brings over 20 years of experience, previously serving at Starwood Hotels and InterContinental Hotels Group. Langham operates or is developing over 40 hotels globally. The company's growth strategy includes new openings like The Langham, Venice.
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Grantley Hall Acquires 44-Acre Land to Expand Luxury Hospitality Offerings in North Yorkshire

🏨 Grantley Hall, a luxury hotel group in North Yorkshire, acquired a 44-acre mixed-use property adjacent to its estate to expand its 2019-established hospitality destination, which includes 47 bedrooms, 5 restaurants, and 3 bars. The acquisition supports long-term growth and Yorkshire's tourism economy. Specific development plans are under consideration. Managing Director Richard Sykes highlighted the opportunity for future estate evolution and enhancing the guest experience.
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North Lakes Hotel and Spa in Penrith Completes £760,000 Refurbishment of 22 Bedrooms and Meeting Room

📖 North Lakes Hotel and Spa in Penrith completed a £760,000 refurbishment of 22 bedrooms in six weeks, including bathroom remodels and furnishing updates. The hotel, off the M6 motorway and owned by Thwaites, also renovated its Hartside meeting room. Using blues, greens, and neutrals inspired by the Lake District, the refurbishment aims to enhance guest experience. The project follows a 2024 conference space update and emphasizes bespoke details and continuous investment.
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Garleton Lodge, a Luxury Hotel Near Haddington, Listed for Sale at £1.85 Million for Retirement

🏨 Garleton Lodge, a luxury hotel near Haddington in East Lothian, is listed at £1.85 million. Featuring six en-suite rooms, a guest lounge, spa, hot tub, and a barbecue hut, it includes a self-contained cottage and owner accommodation. Owned by David and Angela Cockerton since 2016, they refurbished it before reopening. Managed by Gary Witham from Christie and Co, it's ideal for luxury or private residence use due to proximity to golf courses and Edinburgh.
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Virgin Hotels Appoints Jason Rochaleau and Barry Vera to Lead Global Food and Beverage Expansion Efforts

🍴 Virgin Hotels appoints Jason Rochaleau as corporate food and beverage director for the Americas, and Barry Vera as director of culinary and beverage for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Rochaleau, with 20+ years in luxury hospitality, and Vera, with 35+ years of international culinary experience, will manage dining for Virgin Hotels and Virgin Limited Edition. This move aims to expand culture-led dining and enhance cross-border consistency.
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