Lewis Catchpole - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 4

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Lancashire’s Singleton Lodge brought to market for £1.45m

🏨 Singleton Lodge Country House Hotel, a Georgian hotel near Poulton-le-Fylde, is on the market for over £1.45 million. The three-storey property covers five acres and includes 14 en-suite bedrooms. A popular wedding venue, it features a reception lounge, bar, and dining areas seating up to 80. Located close to the M55, it offers easy access to Preston, Blackpool, and the Fylde coast. Tom Cunningham of Savills Manchester calls it a prime acquisition opportunity.

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K West Hotel to reopen as Hotel Indigo Shepherd’s Bush in 2026

🏨 February 2026, Shepherd’s Bush, London: K West Hotel reopens as Hotel Indigo London K West. Formerly the BBC's Kensington House, the site hosted legends like Bowie and Marley. The hotel offers 231 rooms, suites, a restaurant, a bar, and an urban spa—the area's first. IHG acquired it in February 2023, partnering with Lancaster Landmark Hotel Company. Located near cultural spots like Westfield & BBC Studios, it aims to attract locals and visitors alike.

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Tunbridge Wells Hotel brought to market for £2.69m

🏨 The Tunbridge Wells Hotel in Royal Tunbridge Wells is for sale at £2.69 million after 13 years of ownership. This boutique hotel features 20 en suite rooms, an 80-cover restaurant, a 50-seat function room, and a 90-cover outdoor area. The owner is retiring, and the property is located in the Pantiles, the town's cultural quarter. Fleurets' Simon Bland suggests its appeal to food-focused operators and accommodation-focused investors.

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Baron’s Eden acquires Orsett Hall

🏨 Barons Eden acquired Orsett Hall Hotel, Restaurant, and Spa in Essex for an undisclosed amount. The Georgian-style hotel spans 12 acres and includes 57 en-suite bedrooms, a chapel, event spaces, and a spa. Located near Grays, it can host up to 1,000 guests and is 40 minutes from London. This marks Barons Eden’s second purchase post-investment from Alchemy Partners. Previously owned by the Barton-Wright family since 1993, Orsett Hall is a prime venue for weddings and events.

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WTM: Global travel industry to outpace wider economy over next decade

✈️ Global travel industry to grow 3.5% annually over the next decade, surpassing global economic growth of 2.5%, according to WTM report at WTM London. By 2035, the industry will reach $16tn, nearly 12% of global GDP. In 2025, arrivals will exceed 1.5 billion. Growth driven by Asia Pacific demand, experiences, and events. Challenges include sustainability costs and geopolitical factors. Northern Europe sees a “coolcation” rise. AI, digital platforms boost demand. US inbound travel to fall 6% in 2025, rebounding by 2029.

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Strand Palace unveils new M&E spaces amid £55m refurb

🏨 Strand Palace in London will open a £2m meetings and events facility on 10 November, part of a £55m refurbishment. The hotel, over 115 years old, added 12 new spaces, totaling 16. Renovations were completed in 2020, including public areas and 788 bedrooms. Strand Palace, under L+R Hotels, aims to enhance its hospitality market position. L+R Hotels manages over 112 hotels worldwide with 22,000 rooms across the UK, Europe, the US, and the Caribbean.

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Walk for Wellbeing reaches £500k to support UK Hospitality

🚶 Walk for Wellbeing has raised over £500,000 for Hospitality Action since its inception in 2020. This year's event in October saw a record 1,400 participants from the hospitality industry, raising £165,000. The initiative, with 12 host cities including new additions Cornwall, Edinburgh, Newcastle, and York, involved 20km walks. "Walk It Your Way" allowed flexible participation from October 10-26. Funds aid mental health support and prevent homelessness, with Hospitality Action distributing over £5 million in grants since 2020.

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Six new GMs join Aimbridge EMEA’s UK and European portfolio

🏨 Sujith Kattezhath Gopinathan is now the GM at Mercure York Fairfield Manor Hotel, with prior experience in Derbyshire and Blackpool. Michelle Hickey is GM at Mercure Brighton Seafront Hotel, and Saira Cieloszyk at Holiday Inn Southend. Nora Urbancova returns as GM at Hotel Indigo Manchester. Jacqueline Turpin is GM at The Harlow Hotel by Accor. Frederik Deman becomes GM at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Ghent, after roles worldwide. Six new GMs appointed across the UK and Europe by Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA.

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Radisson signs New Bath Hotel and Spa to join Individuals portfolio

🏨 Radisson Hotel Group will add the New Bath Hotel and Spa in Matlock, Derbyshire to its Individuals portfolio in December 2025. Situated near the Peak District National Park, this 18th-century, 54-room hotel features a spring-fed outdoor lido, two restaurants, and event spaces for up to 150 guests. Located within an hour of Nottingham and Sheffield, it's perfect for leisure and corporate guests. The hotel is undergoing a transformation under Deventure Hotels and Resorts.

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Hilton to open The Derby London City in Feb 2026

🏨 Hilton plans to open The Derby London City, part of the Curio Collection, in February 2026 in London’s financial district. This 234-room hotel, including 15 suites, is owned by Dominus and designed with AvroKO to blend British heritage with modern style. Located on Great Tower Street, it features Rycrofte’s restaurant, private dining, meeting rooms, and a 24-hour gym. Monthly Mercer’s Market events will highlight local artists, enhancing the hotel’s cultural offerings.

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