Lewis Catchpole - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 5

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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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Accor lifts profit guidance and announces €100m share buyback

💰 Accor upgraded its 2025 EBITDA forecast to 11%-12%, up from 9%-10%, thanks to resilient Q3 performance. The group, with over 5,700 hotels, reported a 3.1% revenue rise in management and franchise. Q3 revenue was €1.37bn, with luxury rising 0.2% and midscale falling 1.1%. RevPAR in Europe/North Africa dropped 4.6%, while the Americas grew 7.1%, and the Middle East/Africa/Asia-Pacific rose 2.7%. Accor opened 77 hotels, adding 11,200 rooms, and plans a €100m share buyback.

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Luxury Family Hotels reopens Woolley Grange following refurb

🏨 Luxury Family Hotels reopened Woolley Grange, near Bath, after a complete renovation by StudioJill, known for work on Fowey Hall, Moonfleet Manor, and New Park Manor. The redesign includes all 25 rooms, public spaces, and a spa with new treatment rooms, an outdoor hot tub, and a sauna. New additions include the Woolley Bears Den club and Hen House for guests, with further updates planned. The design blends heritage with modern touches for a refreshed guest experience.

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Somerset’s Riverside Cottage Holidays brought to market for £2.5m

🏘 Riverside Cottage Holidays, located near Frome in Somerset, is up for sale at £2.5 million. The property includes a Grade-II listed 17th-century farmhouse with seven bedrooms and five bathrooms, seven holiday cottages, and an agricultural barn on 15 acres. Owners Stephen and Maria acquired the property in 2020 and are selling to retire. The sale is managed by Christie and Co, highlighting its historic charm, private grounds, and development opportunities.

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Quiet luxury defines UK travel in 2026, says PoB

📖 Heritage and comfort redefine luxury travel in 2026. PoB Hotels' report reveals 75% of affluent travelers prioritize heritage, with 80% valuing peace. Domestic tourism rises, as 50% took three UK breaks last year, with nearly 60% planning the same for 2026. Despite economic uncertainty, 42% expect higher spending on UK breaks. Dining diversifies with interest in chef’s tables and foraging walks, while spontaneity becomes a status symbol, with up to 75% of bookings made at short notice.

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Surya Hotels begins first phase of £25m Theobalds Estate refurb

🏨 UK hotel group Surya Hotels is renovating Theobalds Estate near Waltham Cross, previously owned by Birch, which closed in November 2023. The £12.5m acquisition includes plans for 140 bedrooms, three restaurants, a bar, and 11 conference rooms. The completed Ridings Restaurant and Rooms is now open. Oliver Brown leads the project, which will feature a wellness club and restored outdoor Lido. Surya owns 13 UK hotels, expanding rapidly since 2009.

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RSM: Hospitality under further pressure as wages rise to record high

💸 Average weekly earnings in the UK's accommodation and food services sector hit £357.05 in August 2025, rising from £346.52 in July, marking a 6.4% year-on-year increase. Payrolled employees increased from 2,085,155 in August to 2,111,295 in September. Vacancies decreased from 78,000 to 74,000. Regular pay growth was 5.9% in this sector, compared to the public sector's 6.0%. The hospitality industry faces pressure from rising wages and seeks government support in the upcoming Autumn Budget.

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