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Investing in a greener future: Propiteer embraces solar energy at Hampton by Hilton Exeter Airport

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 11/08/2022 - 3:32pm

As part of a green initiative to reduce carbon emissions, Propiteer Hotels is installing solar panels at Hampton by Hilton Exeter Airport.

Propiteer Hotels owns and manages Hampton by Hilton Exeter Airport and is investing £160,000 to install the latest solar Photovoltaic technology onto the roof of the Exeter hotel.

The 164Wp solar panels will deliver up to 20% of the hotel’s electricity consumption, eliminating 77,000kg of CO2 emissions annually; equating to two million tonnes over the 25-year life of the technology.

Richard Martin, Director of Propiteer...

Lympstone Manor wins best hotel in Food Reader Awards 2022

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Fri, 07/01/2022 - 10:57am

Chef Michael Caines and the team at Lympstone Manor are thrilled to have won Best Hotel in the Food Reader Awards 2022. Championing the South West’s best independent food and drink businesses, the Food Reader Awards were celebrated with a ceremony at Windslade Manor on Monday 27th June. Following over 100,000 nominations and votes, Lympstone Manor made it to the final with support from over 10,000 readers of FOOD Magazine. The Devon-based hotel beat out a shortlist of four finalists for Best Hotel, an award sponsored by Ellis Wines. In response to the win, Michael Caines MBE said “I’m a...

Courtyard by Marriott Exeter Sandy Park offers stylish new dining experience

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 06/18/2022 - 9:59pm

Exeter's new multi-million pound Courtyard by Marriott Exeter Sandy Park is unveiling its latest offering with the opening of the stylish View Restaurant. Located on the summit of the four-star, 250-bed hotel, the View Restaurant not only offers "sophisticated, yet friendly” all-day dining, but its picturesque 360-degree views across East Devon provide a unique added extra for diners.

Described as the hotel's "Jewel in the Crown" - the View Restaurant includes two private dining rooms, serving locally caught fish from Brixham, prime Devon red beef, alongside other exquisite...

Courtyard by Marriott Exeter Sandy Park opens its doors

Courtyard by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s extraordinary portfolio of 30 hotel brands, today announced the opening of Courtyard by Marriott Exeter Sandy Park, the first Courtyard by Marriott hotel in the South West of England. Owned by Exeter Rugby group Plc, the 250-bedroom hotel is set in a distinctive location in the vibrant city of Exeter, offering convenient access to Sandy Park Conference & Banqueting Centre, home to the rugby club Exeter Chiefs.

Exeter Rugby Club Chairman and Chief Executive, Tony Rowe OBE, said: "I am delighted to see the opening of the new...

Restoration plans unveiled for Royal Clarence

Plans to restore Exeter’s iconic Royal Clarence building and bring life back to this much-loved historic landmark in the heart of the city are being unveiled today.

The Grade II listed Royal Clarence, which occupies an important site facing Exeter Cathedral, was devastated by a fire in 2016.

Proposals to sensitively restore the 18th century building and enhance its setting in Cathedral Yard have been prepared by leading property developer Akkeron Group, on behalf of South West Lifestyle Brands, which acquired the site in August 2020.

The plans, which include...

Study Inn adds another Russell Group city to it's second portfolio

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 02/28/2021 - 11:08pm

Study Inn Group, the luxury hotel-style student accommodation owner, developer and operator, are set to open in Exeter in September 2021.

The £25million development is located on the site of the former BBC studios in Walnut Gardens, St David’s Hill in the heart of the city. The property will provide 167 rooms in a mix of well-designed studios and shared serviced apartment bedrooms and is a 15-minute walk to the University of Exeter.

The Study Inn platforms’ latest generation of properties re-affirms the Group’s deep-rooted focus on resident wellbeing and life experience...

Rockbeare Manor offers select dates to the public for dining and overnight stays

Do you fancy a last minute treat before Christmas? How about a delicious meal, or an overnight stay at stunning Rockbeare Manor, just outside Exeter?

Better known as an exclusive wedding venue, the team at Rockbeare have opened its doors to offer quality dining and overnight stays to the public for the first time in its 260-year history.

And there are a few remaining dates this month and in January.

The country house, which is just outside Exeter, was transformed into a contemporary events and wedding venue with rooms in 2016. Following the lockdown, the initial ban...

Jurys Inn Exeter are searching for an Exeter Community Hero

This December, Jurys Inn and Leonardo Hotels is on the hunt for heroes and asking you to nominate someone in need of a relaxing break in one of its hotels across the UK and Ireland.

Whether your hero has helped neighbours with shopping, worked long hours in the hospital, or simply spread joy in Exeter, Jurys Inn Exeter are asking you to nominate your community heroes, giving them a chance to win one of 100 two-night stays at a hotel of their choice across the UK and Ireland.

It is simple to nominate your hero; just visit Jurys Inn and Leonardo Hotels on social media from...

A fresh new look for Jurys Inn Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 02/25/2020 - 1:15pm

Jurys Inn Exeter has unveiled a brand-new look after a £1.95m investment, transforming the bedrooms, bar, restaurant and lobby.

The hotel is also delighted to announce that it received Four Star AA Accreditation, which was awarded immediately after inspection.

The 170 refurbished bedrooms now feature a calming, pastel colour scheme with mural artwork of local attractions for guests to enjoy. Each spacious bedroom features an exclusive DREAM bed by Jurys Inn, designed with ultimate comfort in mind, ensuring all guests have a great night’s sleep

All bedrooms come...

Work starts on new Sandy Park Hotel

Work has today officially begun on the new multi-million pound Sandy Park Hotel.

The state-of-the-art hotel is the next stage in the development plans of Exeter's award-winning Sandy Park complex, which is home to Gallagher Premiership Rugby club Exeter Chiefs, and the region's premier Conference & Banqueting venue.

In addition to housing 250 bedrooms, the eight-storey hotel situated off Old Rydon Lane will provide leisure facilities on the ground floor, as well as a rooftop cocktail bar and restaurant that boasts picturesque views along the River Exe Estuary.

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