UK Inbound Tourism News Page 27
New leadership for Hard Days Night Hotel Liverpool
Millennium Hotels & Resorts hotel, Hard Days Night Hotel Liverpool, has announced the appointment of Stephen Fearnley as general manager. Fearnley joins Hard Days Night with over 30 years of hospitality experience, most recently working with Hand Picked Hotels.
Brighton Dome refurbishment project
Due for completion in late 2018, the transformation of the Grade I listed Brighton Dome Corn Exchange, formerly the Prince Regent’s Riding house, will reveal and restore stunning and previously hidden heritage features as well as providing increased capacity seating to 500 and an impressive new viewing gallery.
Value of sterling slides as UK election produces hung parliament
The value of pound sterling has fallen sharply after the UK general election produced a hung parliament. Sterling fell overnight as the outcome of the election remained unclear, with further falls as markets opened in London.
Value of sterling slides as UK election produces hung parliament
The value of pound sterling has fallen sharply after the UK general election produced a hung parliament. Sterling fell overnight as the outcome of the election remained unclear, with further falls as markets opened in London.
De Vere Latimer Estate unveils £7m renovation
Nicknamed The Spy House because of its connections with WWII, Grade I listed De Vere Latimer Estate has this week unveiled a £7 million renovation that places the mansion house back at the heart of the estate.
Karma Group moves into Soho with Sanctum deal
Karma Group has purchased an equity stake in the Sanctum Hospitality Group. Following the deal, the Sanctum Soho, one of the West End of London’s finest hotels, will be rebranded as Karma Sanctum Soho Hotel.
Hone your artistic skills with a master
Ever wanted to step into an award-winning artist’s studio, learning from a grandmaster to inspire your artistic abilities, developing new skills and secret techniques? Whether you’ve never painted before or are a skilled artist, Portfolio Art Tours is offering tailor-made painting sessions with the critically-acclaimed portrait artist Richard Twose.
Dreamland Margate reopens following £25m investment
Thousands of fun-seekers have flocked to Dreamland Margate to soak up the sunshine as the doors opened at the iconic park. The UK’s best-loved seaside park unveiled a completely updated and re-landscaped space that brings together historic rides set against a backdrop of interactive art installations, adventurous street food and an eclectic programme of live events – following a £25 million investment.
Espa at Lucknam Park launches in UK
Lucknam Park, Bath has re-launched its spa, in partnership with Espa. Espa at Lucknam Park will be one of only three Espa branded spas in the UK.
Manchester terror attack kills 22, injures dozens
As many as twenty two people have been killed and dozens injured following a suspected terrorist attack in Manchester. An explosion rocked the Manchester Arena at 22:35 on Monday evening following a concert by US singer Ariana Grande.
Emirates brings second A380 to Birmingham, UK, route
Emirates will be introducing a second daily A380 service between Dubai and Birmingham, beginning October 2017. Flight EK39/40, currently operated by a Boeing 777, will now be operated by the iconic and highly popular Emirates A380, adding to the existing daily A380 already operating on the route.
Natural History Museum reopens Hintze Hall as transformation continues
The Natural History Museum is celebrating the reopening of its spectacular Hintze Hall by offering a free prize draw to win an exclusive preview of the new displays before they open to the public at 10:00 on July 14th.