Arora Group marked the official opening of its new Heathrow Terminal 4 hotels, ‘Crowne Plaza London – Heathrow Terminal 4’, and ‘Holiday Inn Express London – Heathrow Terminal 4’, with a launch event at the new Crowne Plaza. The dual-branded property is the largest hotel opening in the UK in 2018 and the largest hotel complex directly connected to a British airport terminal.
Crowne Plaza London ‒ Heathrow T4 has 304 comfortable and modern bedrooms. The hotel offers a range of business and meeting facilities including five meeting rooms accommodating up to 100 people and the very latest technology.
Motto Brand Launched By Hilton
Hilton has announced the launch of its latest “affordable urban lifestyle” brand Motto, with London set to be the location of one of the first properties. Construction on the first 100-bedroom Motto in Marylebone is set to begin in early 2019 with completion set for 2020.
Motto, Hilton’s 15th brand, will target “prime cities”, and will provide multi-functional, customisable room designs. The concept has been designed to meet the needs of friends and family groups wanting more from the hostel market, with guestrooms featuring wall beds, lofted beds and multi-functional furniture that can be stowed when not in use.
Plans are also in various stages of development for properties in Lima, Peru; Dublin, Ireland; and Savannah, San Diego, Boston and Washington DC in the US.
Stratford Hotel Within The New Manhattan Loft Gardens To Open In 2019
The Stratford hotel within the new Manhattan Loft Gardens skyscraper in east London is set to open in spring 2019. The venue will overlook the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, with the design inspired by 1950s New York.
Occupying the first six stories of the building with 145 guestrooms and suites and the triple-height lobby will feature a nine-metre high fireplace. The hotel will have two restaurants, Allegra and The Stratford Brasserie and be home to three gardens. The gardens will be on the seventh, 25th and 36th floors. The 36th floor garden will be a relaxing space with daily yoga classes; the 25th a cosy space with fire pits, barbecues and a bar; and the seventh and largest will have water features, herb gardens and seating for Allegra.
New Developments At Silverstone Circuits
Silverstone is in a very handy location between Birmingham and London, with easy access to major transport links and on-site parking for up to 1,000 vehicles outside the Wing, plus additional parking in our overflow car parks by the main gate.
The event space includes five large exhibition halls (averaging 1400m2 per hall) each with its own balcony with stunning views of the legendary Grand Prix Circuit, a state-of-the-art 100 seater auditorium used for Formula 1 post-race interviews alongside a huge selection of smaller, more intimate meeting and breakout rooms available and a further 41 pit garages offering nearly 6,000m2 of flexible space, all with HGV access.
The venue is also set to have their Silverstone Garden Inn Hotel onsite due in Spring 2020 offering 197 bedrooms.
A Winter Chalet Pop Up Has Opened At Fest Camden Roof Gardens
A new season brings a new experience at the always exciting Fest Camden, who have converted their Roof Gardens and 200 year old stables into a warming wonderland by the name of Fest Winter Chalet. The atmospheric setting comes with a whole new theme across the menu and drinks selections and of course, plenty of festive entertainment, all from November 1st 2018.
An on site snow machine will add to the Alpine effect and big screens will be showing Red Bull’s finest snowboarders pulling their most extreme and mesmerising tricks in the mountains. There will be live music each day with busker style performers working through seasonal set lists and the rooftop cinema club will take care of Mondays and Tuesdays, screening cosy and nostalgic films to stoke the festive spirit.
Edge+ Member Bma House Awards News
The Hire Space Awards celebrate the very best of the events industry by recognising and rewarding hard working, innovative and forward-thinking venues and event organisers from across the UK.
Rebecca Hurley, Venue Marketing Manager said: “We are one proud events team! Winning this award has made all our efforts seem worthwhile. Our venue places sustainability at the heart of everything we do and we’ll continue to support sustainable events and encourage our organisers and delegates to do the same. Furthermore, achieving a Gold accreditation in Green Tourism in 2017, one of just five venues in London, was no mean feat for a Grade II listed building. This prestigious certification was awarded for our inspirational environmental ethos and excellent practices throughout the business, which in turn has led to us winning this award. But for now, we’ll continue to celebrate this great achievement!”
The Hire Space Awards celebrate the very best of the events industry by recognising and rewarding hard working, innovative and forward-thinking venues and event organisers from across the UK.
Up against strong competition from Lord’s Cricket Ground and ORTUS, they were lucky enough to win this prestigious ‘Greenest Venue’ award!
Rebecca Hurley, Venue Marketing Manager said: “We are one proud events team! Winning this award has made all our efforts seem worthwhile. Our venue places sustainability at the heart of everything we do and we’ll continue to support sustainable events and encourage our organisers and delegates to do the same. Furthermore, achieving a Gold accreditation in Green Tourism in 2017, one of just five venues in London, was no mean feat for a Grade II listed building. This prestigious certification was awarded for our inspirational environmental ethos and excellent practices throughout the business, which in turn has led to us winning this award. But for now, we’ll continue to celebrate this great achievement!”
The Hire Space Awards celebrate the very best of the events industry by recognising and rewarding hard working, innovative and forward-thinking venues and event organisers from across the UK.
On Wednesday 24th October the BMA House events team saw the unveiling of the 2018 Hire Space Awards at Museum of London which celebrated high achievers in the events industry within 15 categories. The team were shortlisted as a finalist in the Forward-Thinking Venues category for ‘Greenest Venue’, as well as the top senior sales and events planner, Hannah Anderson being nominated as ‘Unsung Hero’.
Up against strong competition from Lord’s Cricket Ground and ORTUS, they were lucky enough to win this prestigious ‘Greenest Venue’ award!
Rebecca Hurley, Venue Marketing Manager said: “We are one proud events team! Winning this award has made all our efforts seem worthwhile. Our venue places sustainability at the heart of everything we do and we’ll continue to support sustainable events and encourage our organisers and delegates to do the same. Furthermore, achieving a Gold accreditation in Green Tourism in 2017, one of just five venues in London, was no mean feat for a Grade II listed building. This prestigious certification was awarded for our inspirational environmental ethos and excellent practices throughout the business, which in turn has led to us winning this award. But for now, we’ll continue to celebrate this great achievement!”
The Hire Space Awards celebrate the very best of the events industry by recognising and rewarding hard working, innovative and forward-thinking venues and event organisers from across the UK.
BMA House, an EDGE venues + member has won the Hire Space prestigious Greenest Venue Award.
On Wednesday 24th October the BMA House events team saw the unveiling of the 2018 Hire Space Awards at Museum of London which celebrated high achievers in the events industry within 15 categories. The team were shortlisted as a finalist in the Forward-Thinking Venues category for ‘Greenest Venue’, as well as the top senior sales and events planner, Hannah Anderson being nominated as ‘Unsung Hero’.
Up against strong competition from Lord’s Cricket Ground and ORTUS, they were lucky enough to win this prestigious ‘Greenest Venue’ award!
Rebecca Hurley, Venue Marketing Manager said: “We are one proud events team! Winning this award has made all our efforts seem worthwhile. Our venue places sustainability at the heart of everything we do and we’ll continue to support sustainable events and encourage our organisers and delegates to do the same. Furthermore, achieving a Gold accreditation in Green Tourism in 2017, one of just five venues in London, was no mean feat for a Grade II listed building. This prestigious certification was awarded for our inspirational environmental ethos and excellent practices throughout the business, which in turn has led to us winning this award. But for now, we’ll continue to celebrate this great achievement!”
The Hire Space Awards celebrate the very best of the events industry by recognising and rewarding hard working, innovative and forward-thinking venues and event organisers from across the UK.
BMA House, an EDGE venues + member has won the Hire Space prestigious Greenest Venue Award.
On Wednesday 24th October the BMA House events team saw the unveiling of the 2018 Hire Space Awards at Museum of London which celebrated high achievers in the events industry within 15 categories. The team were shortlisted as a finalist in the Forward-Thinking Venues category for ‘Greenest Venue’, as well as the top senior sales and events planner, Hannah Anderson being nominated as ‘Unsung Hero’.
Up against strong competition from Lord’s Cricket Ground and ORTUS, they were lucky enough to win this prestigious ‘Greenest Venue’ award!
Rebecca Hurley, Venue Marketing Manager said: “We are one proud events team! Winning this award has made all our efforts seem worthwhile. Our venue places sustainability at the heart of everything we do and we’ll continue to support sustainable events and encourage our organisers and delegates to do the same. Furthermore, achieving a Gold accreditation in Green Tourism in 2017, one of just five venues in London, was no mean feat for a Grade II listed building. This prestigious certification was awarded for our inspirational environmental ethos and excellent practices throughout the business, which in turn has led to us winning this award. But for now, we’ll continue to celebrate this great achievement!”
The Hire Space Awards celebrate the very best of the events industry by recognising and rewarding hard working, innovative and forward-thinking venues and event organisers from across the UK.
BMA House, an EDGE venues + member has won the Hire Space prestigious Greenest Venue Award.
On Wednesday 24th October the BMA House events team saw the unveiling of the 2018 Hire Space Awards at Museum of London which celebrated high achievers in the events industry within 15 categories. The team were shortlisted as a finalist in the Forward-Thinking Venues category for ‘Greenest Venue’, as well as the top senior sales and events planner, Hannah Anderson being nominated as ‘Unsung Hero’.
Up against strong competition from Lord’s Cricket Ground and ORTUS, they were lucky enough to win this prestigious ‘Greenest Venue’ award!
Rebecca Hurley, Venue Marketing Manager said: “We are one proud events team! Winning this award has made all our efforts seem worthwhile. Our venue places sustainability at the heart of everything we do and we’ll continue to support sustainable events and encourage our organisers and delegates to do the same. Furthermore, achieving a Gold accreditation in Green Tourism in 2017, one of just five venues in London, was no mean feat for a Grade II listed building. This prestigious certification was awarded for our inspirational environmental ethos and excellent practices throughout the business, which in turn has led to us winning this award. But for now, we’ll continue to celebrate this great achievement!”
The Hire Space Awards celebrate the very best of the events industry by recognising and rewarding hard working, innovative and forward-thinking venues and event organisers from across the UK.
Interesting Facts About Doubletree By Hilton London Heathrow
The Doubletree by Hilton London Heathrow is the only hotel at Heathrow that is a listed building. The main building is over 100 years old and showcases its amazing turrets.
The hotel is also the only property in Heathrow that has a parade of shops that include a convenience store, pharmacy, bank and restaurants.
Recently the hotel has upgraded to high speed internet Wi-Fi with tailored company log in pages and the ability to offer premium enhanced bandwidth to specific companies.
Top 10 finish in EMEA Double Tree CARE Cup which included 516 hotels. Care incorporates Guest experience, Employee engagement , Environmental Performance and community activity.
Luxury Floating Hotel To Open In Edinburgh
Fingal, the luxury floating hotel, permanently berthed on Edinburgh’s waterfront will officially launch in January 2019 and will be a first for Scotland, offering a unique venue for exclusive use hire; private events, weddings, and product launches.The former Northern Lighthouse Board ship is a £5 million investment developed by The Royal Yacht Britannia, offering exclusive hire with 23 cabins, a ballroom with a sweeping staircase, and The Lighthouse Bar, for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Ballroom is nestled in the former hold of the ship and can accommodate up to 80 guests for dinner. The Lighthouse Bar on the Bridge Deck offers guests waterside views through floor to ceiling windows.
The Bridge, is a private dining space with views, seating up to 10 guests in what was once the command centre of the Ship. For overnight stays and exclusive hire, guests can choose from a luxury cabin with access to an outside deck, a duplex cabin with comfortable living space, or the stunning Skerryvore Suite.
Heritage Rooms Redesigned At 30 Euston Square
30 Euston Square has revealed its redesigned Heritage Rooms.
The six executive meeting rooms have been fitted with new furnishings and state-of-art technology, bringing the collection of private dining and all day meeting spaces into the 21st century.
Sustainability-conscious catering and a dedicated events team in addition to butler service are available for events for eight to 40 people.
£100Million Uk Expansion Announced By Travelodge
Travelodge has opened a new hotel by Telford International Centre and it plans to open more hotels close to popular UK event venues.
With the opening of Telford Travelodge, the company now operates hotels close to the UK’s top 20 largest and busiest conference and event centres.
Telford Travelodge, a 68-room hotel is located by Telford International Conference Centre.
It represents an investment of £6 million for the landlord, Telford & Wrekin Council, and is part of the local regeneration Southwater programme.
The hotel has been designed in the company’s new contemporary brand style; and will be the key accommodation provider to delegates attending events at Telford International Conference Centre.
he UK events sector is a strong growing market, contributing £42 billion to the economy in terms of direct spend by event delegates, attendees and organisers.
This includes £19.9 billion spend for conferences and meetings as well as £11 billion for exhibitions and trade fairs.
With a growing number of business and leisure events taking place every year across the UK, there still remains a shortage of good quality and low-cost accommodation for delegates.
To meet this growing trend, Travelodge announces today that it would like to expand its current portfolio of 39 conference and event located hotels with a further ten properties.
This expansion programme collectively represents an investment value of £100 million for third party investors and will create around 300 new jobs across the UK.
As part of the plan Travelodge is actively looking for new hotel sites at the ACC Liverpool & Echo Arena, Alexandra Palace in London, the Bournemouth International Centre and the Brighton Centre among others.