Lewis Catchpole - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 2

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Lovelady Shield Country House Hotel in Cumbria Listed for Sale by Receivers with Development Potential

🏠 Lovelady Shield Country House Hotel and Cottages in Cumbria is up for sale by joint receivers. The 3.5-acre property in the North Pennines features a 16th-century manor house with 14 en-suite bedrooms and six barn-converted holiday cottages. Previously, it held planning permission for 38 holiday lets. Landwood Group and Savills are managing the sale, targeting operators and investors interested in the site's development potential.

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Broadwick Soho Becomes First London Hotel to Join Small Luxury Hotels' Finest Collection with 57 Rooms

🏨 Broadwick Soho, a 57-room hotel located at 20 Broadwick Street in London's West End, has joined the Small Luxury Hotels' Finest Collection. This marks it as the first London hotel in this elite group of 30 properties globally. Designed by Martin Brudnizki, it includes 10 suites, a penthouse, and over 300 original artworks, supporting music, fashion, and cultural events. Small Luxury Hotels highlights its distinctive identity and exceptional guest experiences.

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Mark Lewis of Hospitality Action Highlights Economic Challenges and Resilience Strategies at 2026 Hotel Owner Conference

🏨 Hotel Owner Conference 2026 will be held in November in London, focusing on strategies amidst operational pressures and tech shifts. Mark Lewis, Chief Executive of Hospitality Action, emphasizes resilience and financial aid for workers in crisis. He recalls memorable career moments and highlights the importance of decision-making. The primary challenge for hotels is survival, with phones at Hospitality Action constantly ringing. Looking to 2027, sustainability and AI are key trends, and quality remains essential for survival.

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Hartnoll Hotel in Devon Listed for Sale at £3.25 Million as Owner Claire Carter Retires After 20 Years

🏨 The Hartnoll Hotel in Bolham, Mid Devon is listed for sale at £3.25 million as owner Claire Carter retires after 20 years. Christie and Co markets the 26-room boutique hotel, which includes a restaurant, event facilities, gardens, and Spa Maroc, set on a two-acre plot near Tiverton. Stephen Champion from Christie and Co highlights its character, reputation, and prime location. Carter, wishing to retire, has enjoyed her tenure and plans to spend more time with her family and six grandchildren.

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Shonali Devereaux Highlights Staffing and Rising Costs as Major Challenges for Business Meetings and Events Sector in 2026

📅 In November 2026, the Hotel Owner Conference will be held in London. Shonali Devereaux, an advocate for the business meetings and events sector, highlights challenges in 2026, including staffing, consumer expectations, and rising operational costs. She emphasizes integrating events into hotel strategy to optimize yield. The conference aims to address these issues and foster resilience and leadership in the evolving hospitality landscape. Devereaux recalls career milestones, such as contributing to the Sydney 2000 Olympics and the UK smoking ban.

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Hospitality Social Media Summit Highlights Social Media's Expanded Role Beyond Marketing in Industry Operations

📱 On September 3-4, 2026, the Hospitality Social Media Summit will take place at Chicago Booth School of Business in London, aiming to educate leaders on integrating social media with revenue, service, and loyalty. Former IHG Global Director Whitney Reynolds highlights social media's evolution into a business-wide layer. Delegates can join the two-day programme and six-month development. Kordie® offers training for new hospitality roles, leveraging AI and expert insights.

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1 min

Mar Hall Golf and Spa Resort Near Glasgow Appoints Three Senior Managers Amid Multi-Million-Pound Refurbishment

🏨 JA Mar Hall Golf and Spa Resort in Glasgow appoints three senior managers as part of a multi-million-pound refurbishment. Brian Scanlan, with 25+ years at The Ivy and Cameron House, joins as executive chef, focusing on local ingredients. Yasmine Gibb, with seven years at Hilton Glasgow, is now food and beverage manager. Conrad Cooper, formerly at Crowne Plaza Glasgow, becomes executive housekeeper. Owned by Dutco Group since 2024, the 74-room hotel plans menu changes.

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Kerridge's Bar and Grill in London to Close for Redesign on August 2, Reopen in September 2026

🍳 Kerridge’s Bar and Grill in Corinthia London will close on August 2, 2026, for a redesign, adding a dedicated bar and intimate dining space. It will reopen in early September 2026. The venue, opened in 2018 by chef Tom Kerridge, is part of the hotel's food and beverage operations since 2011 in Westminster. Kerridge also runs The Hand and Flowers in Marlow, and has authored 14 cookbooks. More details on the relaunch will be announced soon.

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A&O Hostels Appoints Markus Harder as CFO to Lead Finance and Drive AI-Focused Digital Strategy

📈 A&O Hostels appointed Markus Harder as CFO, effective immediately. Based in Berlin, Harder will manage finance, legal, risk management, and procurement while leading a digital strategy using AI and cloud tech. Previously at DeepL, Harder has extensive experience from Contentful, SoundCloud, and Morgan Stanley. This follows an €874m (£745m) refinancing with Apollo. CEO Oliver Winter emphasized Harder’s expertise in scaling and innovation. Harder sees technology reshaping the guest experience, with A&O poised to lead.

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Hand Picked Hotels Appoints Eugenio Pirri and David Spooner to Executive Team for Strategic Growth Phase

🏨 Hand Picked Hotels appointed Eugenio Pirri as chief culture officer on 20 July 2026 and David Spooner as chief commercial officer on 7 September 2026. Both will be based in the new central London office. Pirri, with 13 years at Dorchester Collection, will lead culture strategy, transitioning responsibilities from Deborah Seymour. Spooner, from Six Senses, will direct sales and marketing. These appointments aim to enhance the group's growth strategy and leadership team.

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