Lewis Catchpole

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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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