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Jade

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UK Hotel Bookings Rise 0.7% Year-on-Year with Cancellation Rates Dropping to 19% in 2026, Reports SiteMinder

📅 UK hotels, June-September 2026: SiteMinder reports a 0.7% increase in bookings with a resilient average daily rate of £254. Cancellation rates fell from 19.9% to 19% year-on-year. September sees a 2.7% rise in bookings and room nights, with a 3.1% rate increase to £251. International travelers rose to 46%. Average stay dropped from 1.74 to 1.71 nights. Domestic travelers account for 56.68% of bookings.
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Honi Poke Launches New Summer Menu with Six Dishes, Including Swicy Prawn Bowl and Tortilla Chip Bases

🍴 Honi Poke introduces six new summer dishes, including the Swicy Prawn Bowl, featuring sweet prawns and spicy toppings. Available from June 10th in London, and June 26th in Manchester, Bristol, and Leeds, the menu includes a tortilla chip base option and new toppings. Dishes inspired by Pacific and East Asian flavors include Tokyo Yuzu Bowl, Seoul Fire Chicken Salad, and Green Zen Tofu Salad. The launch also features Poppi Strawberry Lemon and Orange soda.
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SiteMinder Report Shows UK Hotel Bookings Up 0.7% Year-on-Year, Cancellation Rates Drop to 19%

📅 UK hotels are seeing a 0.7% rise in bookings from June to September 2026, with the average daily rate up 0.3%, reaching £254. Cancellation rates dropped from 19.9% to 19%. September is notable, with bookings up 2.7%, a 3.1% rise in daily rates to £251, and cancellations down to 16.7%. Domestic travelers make up 56.68% of bookings; stays average 1.71 nights. International visitors increased to 46% in September.
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Maslow's Opens 30,000 Sq Ft Wellness-Focused Members' Club in Kensington, London Today

🏢 Maslow’s Kensington, a new 30,000 sq ft members’ club, opens today in London’s Kensington Building. Founded by Guy Ivesha, it integrates fitness and wellbeing with work, offering 15 to 60-minute rituals like Pilates and sound healing. The gym features Technogym and Paragon x Gym80 equipment. June’s launch includes workshops and events. Oria café, led by Chef Talia Trup, provides a nutrition-focused menu. Design by Mehrai Design and Studio Mercy emphasizes natural light and human-centered principles.
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Robert Scott Launches Ergo-Globe Curve Handle to Enhance Cleaning Efficiency and Reduce Operator Strain

🧹 Robert Scott, a commercial cleaning product manufacturer, launched the Ergo-Globe Curve Handle, an ergonomically designed telescopic cleaning tool. Designed to reduce operator strain and fatigue, it minimizes wrist and arm rotation during cleaning. With a comfortable grip and rotating globe, it enhances control and efficiency, helping reach under furniture. Alastair Scott, Sales Director, highlights its role in improving well-being and productivity. Made from lightweight aluminium, it supports natural cleaning motions.
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Cellartech Solutions Launches Managed Still and Sparkling Water Service for UK Hospitality Industry to Reduce Costs and Waste

💧 For over a decade, Cellartech Solutions has supported UK hospitality venues with technical services. Now, they're launching Cellartech Water, providing a managed still and sparkling water solution. This service reduces reliance on bottled water, cutting storage and delivery costs, while lowering single-use plastic consumption. Customers receive a full package of installation, filtration, and maintenance. Cellartech aims to enhance sustainability and profitability, offering a premium water experience with stylish dispense options and comprehensive support.
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Thanet District Council Seeks Operator for £6 Million Restoration of Historic Theatre Royal in Margate

🎭 Thanet District Council invites theatre operators to lease the newly refurbished Theatre Royal in Margate, originally built in 1787 and restored with £6 million from the Town Deal. The second oldest operating theatre in Britain seeks proposals for a 480-seat venue reopening in 2027. The operator may expand into 19 Hawley Square. Margate's 20-year regeneration includes Turner Contemporary, Dreamland, and TKE Studios. Applications are managed by Colliers with plans to secure an operator by summer 2026.
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Nancy’s Cocktail Bar Opens in London Bridge, Featuring Market-to-Glass Cocktails and 1970s Glamour Design

🍹 Nancy’s bar opens in London Bridge, blending local culture with 1970s glam. Located in a 1973 Brutalist building, it offers views of the skyline. The 'market-to-glass' cocktail menu, inspired by Borough Market, is crafted by award-winning Martha May Markham and Max Wolff. The menu features a ‘Lady Luck’ Negroni cart and 10 signature cocktails. Address: 4th Floor, Colechurch House, SE1 2SX. Open Sunday-Wednesday 4 PM-11 PM, Thursday-Saturday 4 PM-2 AM.
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Green & Fortune Secures 10-Year Exclusive Catering Partnership with New London Museum, Creating 80 Jobs

🍴 Green & Fortune, appointed exclusive catering partner for London Museum, 2026 in Smithfield. A 10-year contract for four innovative hospitality spaces, including all-day dining and cafe formats. The Victorian General Market, 150,000 sq. ft., renovated for events like gala dinners and product launches. London Museum expects over 2 million visitors annually, supported by major London transport links. The partnership creates up to 80 hospitality jobs.
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Synergy – The Retreat Show 2026 Highlights Nature-Based Wellness as Central Theme for Industry's Future in Croatia

🌳 From September 29 to October 2, 2026, Istria, Croatia will host Synergy – The Retreat Show, focusing on nature-based wellness. Studies highlight nature's benefits, like reducing cortisol in 20 minutes and aiding mental health. Wellness tourism reached $894 billion in 2024. Jessica Brainch emphasizes nature's role in nervous system regulation, while Laura Montesanti notes the rise of "freedom retreats." Nature-based wellness is seen as less structured, offering high value without extensive infrastructure.
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