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Meet the Chef: Darren Curson
We’re thrilled to introduce Darren Curson, the talented head chef at Crathorne Hall Hotel. With a wealth of experience working in Michelin-starred restaurants and luxury hotels, Darren is bringing his culinary expertise to Yorkshire, creating unforgettable dining experiences for our guests. In this interview, we get to know more about the man behind the kitchen.
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Rookery Hall Hotel & Spa Wins Large Business of the Year at South Cheshire Chamber Awards
Rookery Hall Hotel & Spa is thrilled to announce its recent win as Large Business of the Year at the prestigious South Cheshir...
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In conversation with Dion-Wyn Jones at Rookery Hall following 3AA Rosette Win
A Culinary Journey with Dion-Wyn Jones, Executive Head Chef at Rookery Hall Hotel & Spa
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EMPLOYEE WELLBEING TOPS THE CORPORATE AGENDA
77% of corporate bookers’ main criteria when booking a meeting venue is wellness and wellbeing, reveals research by Hand Picked Hotels
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In conversation with Katy Simpson, Founder of Noble Isle
To mark our new partnership with Noble Isle, a British-based fragrance, bath and body brand with sustainability as its heart, we’re delighted to speak with brand’s founder, Katy Simpson, to find out more about what inspires her.
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Hand Picked Hotels Appoints Its First Head Of Wine
Expert Sommelier, Louise Gordon, joins the Hand Picked Hotels team to continue to strengthen its food and drink credentials.
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SAVOUR SUMPTUOUS GREAT BRITISH FLAVOURS THIS SUMMER WITH HAND PICKED HOTELS BRAND NEW CULINARY EXPERIENCES
From Solent sailing dining experiences to gourmet getaways, Hand Picked Hotels has a range of new magic experiences to offer at its luxury hotels.
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DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF GREAT BRITAIN WITH HAND PICKED HOTELS CURATED EXPERIENCES THIS SUMMER
Explore the beauty of the Malvern Hills, experience royal Bath and make the most of Great British hospitality before jetting abroad with specially crafted experiences.
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HAND PICKED HOTELS SENDS HOUSEWARMING WISHES TO PPBF
Hand Picked Hotels, the current sponsor of the Priaulx Premature Baby Foundation (PPBF)’s Buy-A-Night campaign, has congratulated the charity on its third addition to their compassionate housing in Southampton.
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WALK IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF BRIDGERTON ROYALTY AT HAND PICKED HOTELS
The break-out star from Netflix’s critically-acclaimed iconic Bridgerton returns on May 4 for her own spin-off series ‘Queen Charlotte’ – A Bridgerton Story, recreating her origin story and marriage to King George III.
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