Press Releases
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Press releases 2007
December
Leisure Opening
The founder of a leading Shropshire golf club had the honour of being the first person to take the plunge in the swimming pool of its new health club and spa.
New Health Club And Spa
Noel Hargreaves has been appointed the leisure club manager of the stunning complex at the Macdonald Hill Valley Hotel, Golf and Spa in Tarporley Road, Whitchurch.
Shoppers
The Macdonald New Blossoms Hotel is launching a special deal in the run-up to the festive season for shoppers heading to the city
AA Reward
One of the first tasks for the new general manager of a leading Shropshire hotel was to install a plaque to marks its success in a national hospitality award.
Charity Night
Charity may very well begin at home, but for one lucky organisation it will begin at a Chester hotel.
Macdonald Cardrona Hotel seals activity deal with Maximillion
The Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Country Club has entered into partnership with Maximillion, Scotland’s leading event management company
NEW PARTNERSHIP IS A MATCH MADE IN BIKING HEAVEN
Macdonald Cardrona becomes Scotland’s leading mountain bike hotel
WINTER BREAKS TO WARM THE HEART
The Macdonald Marine Hotel & Spa in North Berwick is offering a choice of two leisure breaks
November
MACDONALD HOTELS UNVEILED AS AA HOTEL GROUP OF THE YEAR
The Macdonald Marine Hotel & Spa in North Berwick is holding a ceremony for staff on Monday, 26 November to unveil its new AA plaque.
NEW SPA SET TO BE JEWEL IN THE OLD ENGLAND CROWN
The Macdonald Old England Hotel in Bowness-in-Windemere is opening the doors of its new £10 million state-of-the-art spa today (12 November 2007).
MACDONALD RUSACKS CARTS OFF PRESTIGIOUS GOLF AWARD
The Macdonald Rusacks, which overlooks the 18th green of St Andrews’ Old Course, recently underwent a £1.4 million refurbishment.
‘PJ’S AND POSH FROCKS’ PARTIES- AT MACDONALD HOLYROOD HOTEL, EDINBURGH -
Combine a girlie night in with a girlie night out with the new ‘PJ’s and Posh Frocks’ packages at the Macdonald Holyrood Hotel in Edinburgh.
Lights! Camera! Action!.... at Macdonald Hotels
Film and TV buffs visiting various Macdonald Hotels can also add a fresh angle to a weekend break by following in the footsteps of their thespian or literary idols.
ESCAPE TO A LUXURY SPA THIS JANUARY
Kick off your new year detox in style – at one of Macdonald Hotels & Resorts sumptuous spa hotels!
MACDONALD CREATES A STIR WITH NEW FOOD DEVELOPMENTS
Macdonald Hotel’s passion for its food has not only secured the Group 35 AA Rosettes, one of the highest ratings for a UK hotel company
LIFTING THE VEIL ON CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY FOR HOTELIERS
The executive head chef of a leading Cheshire hotel has gained his ambition of earning two AA Rosettes within six months of its opening.
AA Rosette
The executive head chef of a leading Cheshire hotel has gained his ambition of earning two AA Rosettes within six months of its opening.
Wedding Anniversary
Two special customers at a city-centre hotel received a surprise present when they popped in for their weekly coffee
Cheshire health club and spa
A luxury £3 million Cheshire health club and spa has attracted the highest number of members pre-opening within a nationwide hotel group.
October
AA Award
The Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress of Chester attended the unveiling of a plaque at a leading hotel in the town to mark its success in a national hospitality award.
A new general manager is raring to tackle the challenge after being appointed at a leading hotel in Whitchurch.
Rugby fanatic Iain Gray joins the Macdonald Hill Valley Hotel, Golf and Country Club, in Tarporley Road
Drop kick away from the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff.
The new hotel manager in Cheshire is hoping to reach the top-of-the-league after eight years working just a drop kick away from the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff.
England superstar Wayne Rooney is shooting a Cheshire golf resort onto national televisions screens
The Manchester United striker was at The Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa to film the UK advert for computer game FIFA 2008.
Charity Golf Day
Chester Cathedral has raised much-needed funds for its running costs after holding its first charity golf day at a leading Shropshire hotel.
MEDIA RELEASE
Business is blossoming at a Chester city centre hotel after a multi-million pound investment.
MACDONALD HOTELS & RESORTS TO SUPPORT SCOTTISH FARMERS
AA Hotel Group of the Year Scotland shows its ethical credentials
TWO IN A ROW FOR MACDONALD HOTELS
Macdonald Hotels & Resorts has won its second national industry award in two days.
September
Macdonald AA Reward
MACDONALD HOTELS UNVEILED AS AA HOTEL GROUP OF THE YEAR
MEDIA RELEASE 28th September 2007
There will be the sound of the clinking of golf balls as well as cups when a leading Whitchurch hotel joins in the Macmillan World’s Biggest Coffee Morning.
Media Release
A new £3 million health club and spa at a leading Cheshire hotel is ready to open next month after making three key appointments.
August
MACDONALD CRUTHERLAND AWARDED SECOND AA ROSETTE
Joe Queen, head chef at the Macdonald Crutherland Hotel in Glasgow South, and his team are celebrating after being awarded their second AA Rosette.
Hotel In Whitchurch Awarded Four Stars
A leading golf and conference venue has become the first hotel in Whitchurch to be awarded four stars by the AA.
Prestigious Award Granted
The Macdonald Hill Valley Hotel, Golf and Country Club in Tarporley Road has been granted the prestigious award following a secret visit by an AA inspector.
Luxury £1.7m Health Club and Spa
Work has started on a luxury £1.7 million Health Club & Spa at a leading hotel in Shropshire.
MACDONALD OPENS THE DOORS TO A NEW TOURISM DESTINATION AT PORTAL
The doors have opened at a new multi million pound hotel, spa and golf complex in the heart of Cheshire.
WEST END PRODUTCTION OF OLIVER
When Kathryn Whittaker's son was cast in the West End production of Oliver! it wasn’t just his life that changed.
CHESTER CHARITY GOLF
Chester Cathedral is holding its first charity golf day at a leading Shropshire hotel to raise much-needed funds for its running costs.
July
INDULGE YOURSELF THIS CHRISTMAS – ENJOY A FESTIVE SHORT BREAK IN THE UK
Get away from it all this Christmas by relinquishing the seasonal organisation and cooking to the team of experts at Macdonald Hotels & Resorts.
CELEBRATE THE GREAT BRITISH MENU AT THE ‘SNOOTY FOX’ AT THE NEW MACDONALD BLOSSOMS HOTEL, CHESTER
Diners at ‘The Snooty Fox’ will be offered a relaxed and imaginative interpretation of British dishes, including the re-introduction of traditional British dishes prepared with loyalty to authentic recipes and using quality seasonal ingredients expertly sourced as locally as possible.
SPECIAL SUMMER BREAKS FOR ALL THE FAMILY - AT MACDONALD BOTLEY PARK GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB -
If you are looking to take the family away for a great break in the UK, then look no further than Macdonald Botley Park Golf and Country Club, located between Portsmouth and Southampton.
June
'HIS AND HERS' WITH A DIFFERENCE AT MACDONALD HOTELS - GOLF FOR HER, SPA FOR HIM!
For women who love to play golf, but their partner doesn't; Macdonald Hotels & Resorts has the perfect solution!
MACDONALD OLD ENGLAND LOOKS SET TO BE THE JEWEL IN THE CROWN OF LAKE WINDERMERE
The Macdonald Old England Hotel in Bowness-on-Winderemere is nearing the final stages of its 8.25 million pound refurbishment programme.
Immerse Yourself with Macdonald Hotels' Literary Links
Why not take a little time to live in the author’s world by visiting the scene of the novel?
BABYMOONING WEEKEND AT MACDONALD BERYSTEDE HOTEL, ASCOT
The Macdonald Hotel & Spa, near Ascot will be hosting its first babymooning weekend on 16 and 17 June with The Baby Gurus, a luxury five star antenatal education service for parents-to-be.
NEW HEAD CHEF AIMING FOR THE STARS
The new Executive Head Chef at a hotel in Cheshire is aiming to get the cuisine recognised as among the best in the region
NEW MANAGER FOR REFURBISHED CHESTER HOTEL
A new manager has taken over at the helm at one of Chester’s oldest hotels following a £3 million refurbishment.
A SPECIAL THANK-YOU AT REFURBISHED HOTEL
One of Chester’s oldest hotels is paying tribute to its loyal staff and customers by making them a permanent fixture.
Savill Court HOTEL, EGHAM HELPS CANCER SURVIVOR TO RAISE 30,000 FOR CHARI-TEE
Savill Court Hotel & Spa, near Egham, Surrey is lending its support to a golf-mad cancer survivor who is using his love of the sport to raise an amazing 30,000 for Leukaemia Research and the Anthony Nolan Trust
SPECIAL PACKAGES FOR ROYAL ASCOT WEEK AT THE MACDONALD BERYSTEDE HOTEL & SPA: 19 – 23 JUNE
The Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa, the nearest 4-star hotel to the Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire has special accommodation, entertainment and hospitality packages for racegoers during the Royal Meeting (19 – 23 June 2007).
NEW SPA DIRECTOR DIVES INTO ROLE WITH MACDONALD
It is full steam ahead for new recruit, Jeanette Jones, as she takes on the recently created role of UK Managing Director for Spa and Leisure at Macdonald Hotels & Resorts.
NEW RANGE OF VEGETARIAN MENUS LAUNCHED BY DEAN TIMPSON AT THE COMPLEAT ANGLER
Dean Timpson at the Compleat Angler, the famous Marlow hotel's brand new restaurant, is introducing a series of vegetarian menus to run in tandem with the existing.
MESSING ABOUT IN BOATS AT THE MACDONALD COMPLEAT ANGLER
The Macdonald Compleat Angler in Marlow celebrates the arrival of summer with its new Silent Waters boating package.
May
JOHN BADLEY SAILS TOWARDS SUCCESS IN THE LAKES
Macdonald Hotels & Resorts has appointed John Badley as executive chef at Macdonald Leeming House in Ullswater.
Beef Mania at Macdonald Hotels & Resorts this summer!
Beef lovers beware... Macdonald Hotels & Resorts, the UK's largest private hotel group, has announced a unique Scottish Beef month that will be taking place across their portfolio of hotels from Saturday, 23 June to Sunday, 22 July.
LOOSE WEIGHT, HAVE FUN AND GET FIT WITH MACDONALD HOTELS
Wouldn’t it be amazing if in just four days you could achieve your fitness goals, kick-start a weight loss programme, and feel fitter than ever before?
April
GET IN THE SADDLE FOR A UNIQUE HOLIDAY WITH MACDONALD HOTELS
REFURBISHED HOTEL NEW BLOSSOMS IN THE HEART OF CHESTER.
A £3 million refurbishment has been completed at one of the oldest hotels in Chester.
EUROPRO TOUR EVENT SWITCH FROM THE CARRICK TO MACDONALD CARDRONA.
The PGA EuroPro Tour event scheduled for The Carrick at Cameron House, the new course on the banks of Loch Lomond, has been switched to the MacDonald Cardrona course near Peebles.
MACDONALD HOTELS & RESORTS INTRODUCE NEW CONFERENCE WINE & MENU SELECTION.
Macdonald Hotels & Resorts has unveiled a new banqueting wine selection that ensures all conference delegates enjoy a food match made in heaven.
DINING MOVES UP A GEAR AT THE MACDONALD COMPLEAT ANGLER.
The Macdonald Compleat Angler has announced the massive restaurant redesign (by RDD Interior Architectural Design), representing an investment of near £1million, will be complete by May 1st 2007.
March
NEW BAR BITES MENU SHOWCASES THE BEST OF SCOTTISH PRODUCE AT MACDONALD HOUSTOUN HOUSE
Following his appointment as head chef at Macdonald Houstoun House, Edinburgh West, John Paul McLachlan has introduced a new Scottish Bar Bites selection to the Vaulted Bar menu.
Get up and Get Active with New Biking Package at Macdonald Cardona.
With its sensational location at the heart of one of Europe's top mountain biking destinations, The Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf and Country Club near Peebles is the perfect place to unwind after an adrenalin-filled day in the saddle.
CHRISTINE 'SALES' INTO TOP ROLE AT MACDONALD PORTAL.
A new director of sales has been attracted back to the region to join a luxury Cheshire hotel currently undergoing a multi-million pound transformation.
MACDONALD HOTELS & RESORTS TRIALS SEASONAL FISH GUIDE.
Macdonald Hotels & Resorts is launching a fish friendly campaign where all Scottish hotels will serve the same species in line with a seasonal fish calendar.
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel receives honours for its family focus
A top Stirlingshire hotel has scooped a prestigious honour at the recent Scottish Hotel of the Year Awards.
Lake Windermere brings about much needed Cumbrian karma.
Darlington & Stockton Times entry
Spey Valley is gearing up for its first full season in operation.
Find out why you should be paying it a visit in 2007...
Mum's the word at Macdonald Hotels
Mums and daughters who want some special bonding time can enjoy the ultimate pamper break at two of Macdonald Hotels & Resorts leading Scottish properties.
February
Macdonald Cardrona Golf and Country Club to Host the Scottish Challenge 2007
Following an extensive £150m investment programme to refurbish existing facilities and create new offerings, Macdonald Hotels & Resorts on course to cement its position as one of the UK's top four-star conference venue operators.
Portal Hits A Hole In One For The Conference Market
Macdonald Hotels & Resorts has joined forces with Arderne Plc to transform a prestigious golf venue in Cheshire into the county's premier destination with the forthcoming completion of the £11.8 million Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa.
Macdonald Hotels Reveals Dynamic Duo At Manchester Hotel
Garin Davies (39 years) has been revealed as the driving force behind the forthcoming £33 million Macdonald Manchester Hotel, which is scheduled to open in October 2007.
Macdonald Hotels & Resorts Introduce New Wine Selection at Confex 2007
Macdonald Hotels & Resorts is launching a new banqueting wine selection at International Confex 2007 (20-22 February 2007).
Business Awards
Around 150 people are expected to attend a leading business organisation’s awards ceremony at a top Cheshire hotel.
Macdonald Hotels & Resorts Introduce new wine selection at confex 2007
Macdonald Hotels & Resorts is launching a new banqueting wine selection at International Confex 2007 (20-22 February 2007).
Diamonds and Tiaras For Bath's Glitterati at Gala Dinner
SPARKLING tiaras and diamonds in champagne were on the menu last night at a lavish charity dinner to mark the official launch of the five-star Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel, in the presence of HRH The Princess Royal, president of The Princess Royal Trust for Carers.
January
Macdonald Hotels completes its hotel sale.
Macdonald Hotels & Resorts has completed a significant deal with the sale of 24 of its UK hotels.
Murder Most Foul at the Macdonald Kilhey Court Hotel
A murder will take place at the Macdonald Kilhey Court Hotel, near Wigan, on Friday February 23rd, and you are needed to solve the crime. Join the Murder Mystery weekend, Friday February 23 to Sunday February 25, priced from £230 per person, and you might win the Super Sleuth Award.
Macdonald Hotels & Resorts Partners with MICROS-Fidelio UK Ltd.
to Provide Ground-breaking Single Inventory Across Global Distribution Services
The Macdonald Randolph Hotel becomes Oxford city centre's first five star hotel
Oxford's foremost hotel, the Macdonald Randolph Hotel has just been awarded five star status becoming the only property in Oxford city centre to offer this level of opulence and comfort.
Macdonald Hotels launch Lake District Hotels portal.
Choose from the rural Macdonald Leeming House, the Macdonald Swan Hotel - the perfect base from which to explore the Lake District; and the Macdonald Old England Hotel standing right on the shore of Windermere
Macdonald Inchyra Grange Hotel gets a woman's touch
New general manager appointed, Chris Quinn-Waugh has been appointed to the role of general manager at the Macdonald Inchyra Grange Hotel, situated close to Falkirk.
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