The de Savary owned Cary Arms in Babbacombe Bay has been awarded its first AA Rosette award as well as a Silver Accolade for Excellence.
The double award win is a sign of the very high quality of the five star inn’s cuisine and its general outstanding levels of excellence. Cary Arms impressively retained its five star rating with a score of 88%, underlining the consistent high level of service and hospitality over the past year. The AA Rosette has been awarded for the remarkable cuisine offered at the hotel, focused on local produce and seasonality. Guests can expect superb Devon...
The Master Innholder Scholarships opened for applications on 25 April 2016 for the 2017 intake of its next-level management training courses.
The fully-funded scholarships are open to both general managers and heads of departments regardless of where they work within the UK hospitality industry.
Candidates must demonstrate clear management potential and priority is given to those who are in the greatest need of financial support recognising that small, independent businesses can lack the resources to offer comprehensive training opportunities to their management.
Hotel du Vin, the leading lifestyle hotel brand, announces that the recently acquired Magdalen Chapter Hotel in Exeter is set to be re-branded as the Hotel du Vin Exeter.
Acquired by the Malmaison Hotel du Vin Group in November 2015 as one of a portfolio of four hotels in the UK, the hotel’s transformation will take the number of Hotel du Vin hotels in the UK to 17.
Building on the Exeter’s hotel’s reputation as the favored local destination, guests will now be able to benefit from being part of the hugely successful Hotel du Vin group.
The Hampton by Hilton Exeter have won an award for 2015 Hampton Sales Leader of the Year for the airport market beating over 2,000 othe Hamptons worldwide to the title.
The award recognised the increase in sales during 2015,the generation of new business and the hotel's commitment to the local community by hosting events,getting involved in networking in the area and engaging with local businesses.
Richard Martin, General Manager said: "I am extremely proud of the team here at the Hampton by Hilton who work work to gain results whilst offering excellent customer service and...
A Devon hotel is celebrating having received national recognition for the quality of its ‘dog friendly’ accommodation.
Elizabeth and Steve Morey own the award-winning Blagdon Manor restaurant and hotel near Ashwater and have been welcoming dog owners from across the country for 15 years.
The hotel has been awarded a ‘certificate of excellence’ for its positive reviews on the world’s largest travel site, Trip Advisor and also named in the Independent and London Evening Standard as one of the ‘Top ten dog friendly hotels in the UK’.
Staff at Exeter’s Hampton by Hilton are over the moon after receiving a special award from Hampton Hotels.
The ‘Spirit of Hampton’ award, the first of its kind awarded to a hotel, was given in recognition of the engagement of the team, which not only came first in the EMEA Hilton ‘HHonors Challenge’ for the third quarter of the year, but also achieved an outstanding revenue and audit performance for 2015 so far. The hotel was chosen over more than 700 Hampton Hotels in the EMEA region.
General Manager, Richard Martin said: “We were delighted to receive a call from the...
On Saturday 22nd August, Highbullen Hotel in Chittlehamholt, North Devon, hosted its first ever Boutique Wedding Showcase.
Guests were treated to some of the very best local artisans and quality suppliers, including VW Camper Van Hire, Glitz Photobooth, Frilly Frocks, Dream Wedding Makers, Bentley cars and much more.
Resort Director, Ronnie Orr, said of the event, “I am delighted to say that this was a great success for ourselves and the chosen exhibitors. It was a wonderful opportunity to show off everything that Highbullen has to offer and we look forward to welcoming...
Positioned in the heart of Devon and enjoying a prime location in one of England’s most historic cities, Mercure Exeter Southgate is the gateway to the South West neighboring the famous Exeter Cathedral and historic Quay whilst providing the perfect break en route to the Cornish coastline.
The interior of the city centre hotel is transformed including a redesign of the reception, Gate House restaurant, bar, lounge, terrace and all 156 bedrooms. Mercure, a locally inspired brand, has drawn influence for the hotel’s new interior design from Exeter’s rich Roman and Medieval history...
With many Brits looking for cheaper and easier holiday options, staycations are now more popular than ever.
To help with this trend, Jurys Inn Hotels have launched a new Staycation Guide for the UK & Ireland.
From Exeter to Aberdeen and everywhere in between, the guide lists over two hundred attractions across Britain and Ireland, offering a wealth of ideas to suit any taste and occasion. Whether it’s historical landmarks or scenic landscapes, day-trips or longer outings, there is plenty on offer. Ideal for planning summer holiday outings!
A special service was held at Buckfast Abbey in Buckfastleigh to bless its recently reopened Northgate House, which has been transformed into luxurious retreat and conference accommodation following an extensive refurbishment project.
Abbot David Charlesworth blessed Northgate House, with choral accompaniment courtesy of the Buckfast Abbey Choir. The ceremony was attended by the Benedictine monks who reside at Buckfast Abbey, in addition to Buckfast Abbey staff members and friends of the organisation.
