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March 2010
New General Manager David Toole appointed for The Eton Collection’s Leeds hotel, Quebecs
Toole’s experience of the hotel market in Leeds includes previous positions at Ramada Jarvis Parkway Hotel and Leeds Park Plaza, this knowledge of the local market and experience within the industry will be key in his new role at Quebecs.
In his most recent recent position as Deputy General Manager at Quebecs, Toole was responsible for all aspects of the hotel’s operations and achieved an incase in sales of 9.5.% year on year together with decreasing costs by 5%.
Toole began his career in hotels at the Imperial Hotel, Blackpool and became the youngest Head of Department for the Group at the age of just 19. He was also nominated for Blackpool’s Best Young Manager of the Year where he came second out of 300.
Commenting on his appointment, Toole says, “This is a fantastic opportunity and I am looking forward to the challenges that lie ahead. For me, luxury is about service and I am confident that by working with my team to create a dynamic environment our guests will receive the high level of service that is expected from The Eton Collection.”
“We are delighted that David has accepted this new postition, says Nick Tyrie, The Eton Collection’s Director of Operations, “David has already proved himself as an outstanding manager and with his knowledge and experience of Quebecs I am confident that his leadership qualities will bring a new level of service to the hotel.”
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November 2009
The Colonnade win the silver award for London’s ‘Best Small Hotel’
The Eton Collection was in the spotlight at this years BT Visit London Awards as James Lane, General Manager for The Colonnade and his team won the ‘Silver Award’ for London’s ‘Best Small Hotel’
After a rigorous short-listing and exciting evening at the live event at Westfield London which was attended by many of London’s top attractions, The Colonnade scooped the award. Commenting on the hotel’s success, James Lane, General Manager, says; “We are delighted to have won the silver award for London’s ‘Best Small Hotel’, it is a great accolade for us.”
He added “Since joining The Eton Collection in March 2009, The Colonnade has continued to go from strength to strength. I look forward to continuing my work with the team to ensure that our guests receive the high level of service expected from The Eton Collection.”
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JUNE 2009
The ‘new look’ Scotsman Spa & Health Club opens at The Scotsman hotel, Edinburgh with top marine spa brand, Thalgo at its helm.
The new spa, which opens on 1 July 2009, will be defined by its contemporary design which uses neutral tones and clean lines to create a soothing environment. Dedicated to relaxation, beauty and well-being, the spa will include seven spacious treatment rooms, (including one couples treatment room and a secluded manicure and pedicure area), a relaxation room for guests to use before and after spa services, luxurious changing and shower rooms, a 16m indoor swimming pool as well as a fully equipped Gym and Fitness area with sixty fitness stations.
Daniel Pereira, General Manager of The Scotsman says
“We are delighted to be introducing Thalgo to Edinburgh and are further delighted that Thalgo has chosen The Scotsman Spa to be their flagship urban spa in Scotland. The proven efficacy and relaxing quality of Thalgo products combined with our expertly trained team of therapists means we can offer our guests some of the very best treatments in town – and a lot more.’’
Experts in Marine Spa Therapies for over 40 years, Thalgo’s philosophy is to draw on the riches and power of the sea for their extensive range of facials, spa rituals and body treatments – there is even a specialist men’s facial. Indeed, Thalgo is the original marine spa brand, with unique expertise in harnessing the effectiveness of marine active ingredients such as algae to create highly effective treatments and products with a wide range of benefits, such as detox, slimming, firming, anti-ageing or just pure relaxation. Treatments at The Scotsman Spa start from £32 for an Absolute Hydration Purity Ritual facial. Signature treatments exclusively available at The Scotsman spa include The Top to Tie Scotsman Signature Treatment for £100. Membership of The Scotsman Spa and Health Club starts from £35 per month.
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MARCH 2009
The Scotsman scoops four awards at this years Scottish Hotels of the Year Awards
The Eton Collection was once again in the spotlight at this years Scottish Hotels of the Year Awards as Daniel Pereira, General Manager for The Scotsman and his team won four awards at the ceremony on the 1 March in Glasgow.
After a rigorous short-listing and exciting evening at the live event at the Crow Plaza Hotel, The Scotsman scooped the award for Turnaround Commendation Hotel 2009. Food was also top of the agenda with The North Bridge Brasserie and Bar winning Best Brasserie 2009 following it’s re-launch in October 2008. Kelsey Watchirs won the award for Best Food & Beverage Manager and The Scotsman also picked up the award for Best Breakfast 2009.
Commenting on the hotel’s success, Daniel Pereira, General Manager at The Scotsman, says; “We are delighted to have won four such prestigious awards. It is an outstanding accolade for the hotel and recognises a great team effort across the board. Particular emphasis should go to Simon Fraser, Restaurant & Bar Manager and the F&B team. The re-launch of The North Bridge Brasserie and Bar has been a great success and with new Head Chef, Spencer Wilson at the helm, I believe it will continue to go from strength to strength.”
The Group’s Managing Director, Peter Tyrie, added; “This is a tremendous achievement for Daniel, Kelsey and the hotel team. Bringing The Scotsman under The Eton Collection umbrella has worked particularly well and with more refurbishment planned for the hotel and an overhaul of the spa and fitness centre, Escape, I am confident that the hotel will continue to go from strength to strength and set hospitality standards in Scotland.”
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NOVEMBER 2008
The Eton Collection announces its expansion with Preferred Hotel Group and 42 The Calls' new GDS code
25 November 2008: The Eton Collection’s Leeds hotel, 42 The Calls will become a member of The Preferred Hotel Group on Monday, 1 December 2008. 42 The Calls is leaving Design Hotels to join Preferred’s Summit Hotels & Resorts (GDS code: XL).
The move comes as The Eton Collection continues the consolidation of its UK hotels following the group’s acquisition by JJW Hotels & Resorts(JJW) in August 2007. Today the group’s seven UK properties, which include 42 The Calls and The Scotsman in Edinburgh, continue to run under The Eton Collection umbrella with Peter Tyrie at the helm. The former Berners Hotel, off Oxford Street will also join the portfolio when it opens in early 2010 following a major redevelopment project and the hotel’s new name will be unveiled in Spring 2009.
Speaking about the announcement, Peter Tyrie, Managing Director of The Eton Collection said: “We are thrilled that 42 The Calls will be aligned with the Preferred Hotel Group. The group has a well established position in our market sector and we look forward to continuing with their expertise, which we are confident will drive our business forward.”
For agents wishing to book the hotel, 42, The Calls is offering a special winter rate from £99 including breakfast and VAT per room. (Originally £180). The special offer, which is valid from 1 to 31 January 2009, is based on two people sharing and is subject to availability.
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MARCH 2008
The Eton Collection scoops three awards…
Three awards for Daniel Pereira’s team at this years Scottish Hotels of the Year Awards
London, 6 March 2008: The Eton Collection was in the spotlight at the Scottish Hotels of the Year Awards as Daniel Pereira, General Manager for Edinburgh’s top boutique hotels The Scotsman and The Glasshouse and his team won three awards at the ceremony on 24 February 2008 in Edinburgh.
After a rigorous short-listing and a thrilling final at the live event at Prestonfield House, the group was chosen as winner of the Business Excellence Award for Hotel Group. The Rising Star, Restaurant Manager of the Year went to The Scotsman’s Simon Fraser and Daniel Pereira won Gold Medal for Management Excellence.
Gary McLean, Chairman of The Scottish Hotels of the Year Awards 2008, said; "It was a privilege to recognise the strong progress of The Eton Collection, and its key people, with these three distinct awards. The Eton Collection has for five years operated the successful Glasshouse Hotel in Edinburgh and the judges, who have followed the work of the group's Managing Director Peter Tyrie, were most impressed to learn of the group's further development strategy".
He added, "General Manager Daniel Pereira has been instrumental in the Glasshouse's success; we felt sure that he was one of the most dynamic hotel managers in Scotland and well suited to his expanded role involving The Scotsman."
Commenting on their success, Daniel Pereira, General Manager, says; “We are delighted to have won three such prestigious awards. It is an outstanding accolade for the hotels and recognises a great team effort. Our plans for the future will ensure that the hotels retain and exceed their reputation as two of the best 5-star properties in Scotland and with the forthcoming re-launch of Northbridge, the restaurant at The Scotsman, I believe Simon Fraser will continue to go from strength to strength.”
The Group’s Managing Director, Peter Tyrie, added; “This is a tremendous achievement for Daniel, Simon and the hotel teams. Bringing the two hotels under the same umbrella has worked particularly well and with future plans including a new roof top marquee suite at The Glasshouse I am confident that both hotels will remain in the spotlight and continue to set service standards in Scotland.”
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AUGUST 2007
JJW Hotels & Resorts acquires The Eton Collection
Luxury boutique hotel group The Eton Collection today announces they have been acquired by JJW Hotels & Resorts.
JJW Hotels & Resorts acquired The Eton Collection, increasing the JJW Hotels & Resorts UK portfolio from three to eight luxury hotels and further cementing its position as the leading European luxury boutique hotel group.
Peter Tyrie, the founder and Chief Executive of The Eton Collection, will join as Chief Executive of JJW Hotels & Resorts United Kingdom. He will be responsible for consolidating The Eton Collection, which includes Threadneedles Hotel in the City of London, into the UK Group which includes The Berners Hotel in London, The Scotsman in Edinburgh and 42 The Calls in Leeds.
Peter Tyrie says, “This is an exciting time for both companies. The acquisition is mutually beneficial in that we have a new owner who is committed to continuing the luxury boutique hotel concept established in The Eton Collection, whilst providing JJW with our knowledge and expertise in the luxury boutique hotel market. The enlarged group will be a perfect fit in that Eton and JJW share the characteristics that have been integral to their success.”
M.B.I. Al Jaber, founder, Chairman and CEO of JJW Hotels & Resorts comments:
“JJW Hotels & Resorts is focusing its expansion at the luxury end of the hotel market and The Eton Collection has a well-established position in this growing market sector. With hotels located in London, Edinburgh and Leeds, The Eton Collection fits well with our existing properties in the UK, providing excellent opportunities for cross marketing. We look forward to working with a strong and experienced management team who we are confident will be able to drive our business forward.”
For further media information and an interview with Peter Tyrie:
Peter Tyrie, Chief Executive of JJW Hotels & Resorts UK. Group contact: Clare Corry at Mango PR on 020 741 2504 / 07799890715
Richard Brook, Group Chief Financial Officer of JJW Hotels & Resorts Group contact: Richard Brook, Group Chief Financial Officer
020 7935 5859
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JUNE 2007
QUEBECS WIN LEEDS IN BLOOM AWARD
Boutique hotel Quebecs won a Gold Award in the Leeds In Bloom competition run by tourist representation body, Visit Leeds. The hotel regularly updates it's outdoor flowers to add extra colour to Leeds' vibrant city.
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JUNE 2007
PETROLHEAD HEAVEN THIS FATHER'S DAY
The Glasshouse Hotel in Edinburgh has come up with the ultimate Father’s Day gift for petrolheads, laying on a series of dream cars for guests to choose from – be it the Austin Healey 3000 MK III, the Jaguar E-Type, the Morgan 4/4 or the MGB Roadster – to explore the surrounding countryside in true vintage style.
Petrolhead at The Glasshouse costs from £695 per night for two and includes suite accommodation, champagne breakfast, dinner at Oloroso (one of Edinburgh’s top restaurants), the use of the vintage car for the day and… this year’s latest fashion accessories for him and her – two pairs of driving goggles.
To book simply call the reservations team on 0131 525 8200 or email resglasshouse@theetoncollection.com
N.B. The offer is available from Mondays to Fridays for a two night minimum stay between June and September 2007. Based on double occupancy, the rate is inclusive of service and VAT.
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March 2007
THE ETON COLLECTION OFFERS SOME SURREAL SAVINGS THIS SPRING AND SUMMER
The Eton Collection is following in the footsteps of TATE Modern, the V&A and Selfridges and their Surrealist exhibitions* this spring and summer by offering some surreal rates at its three London hotels.
Savings of up to £195 per night are promised at Threadneedles in the City with weekend rates of £110 per night, while at The Colonnade in Little Venice and The Academy in Bloomsbury rates are from just £115 per night. This offer is valid from 30 March to 15 April and from 20 July to 2 September and includes accommodation only.
*Editors Note – The V&A’s exhibition Surreal Things: Surrealism & Design starts from 29 March to 22 July. TATE Modern’s Dali & Film runs from 1 June to 9 September. From March 16 to June 24, Selfridges will explore the influence of Surrealism on contemporary art and design with a series of collaborations in its Oxford Street store.
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March 2007
DON'T FANCY CHOCOLATE? TRY LIQURICE INSTEAD.
Quebecs, Leeds’ Boutique Hotel, is offering a wonderfully sweet rate this Easter of £99 a night including VAT; a reduction of £71 on the normal rate of £170 (valid 30 March to 15 April 2007). Every room is different at Quebecs and many of the suites are extremely spacious and set over two levels. All suites are named after confectionery – from Liquorice, Sherbet or Butterscotch, guests are invited to take their choice – and each one is filled with a never-ending supply of that sweet…
What to see and do in Leeds, a checklist: the Henry Moore Institute – a celebration of the art of sculpture, Leeds City Art Gallery, the Royal Armouries Museum, the Thackray Museum – bringing to life the history of medicine and Temple Newsam – one of the most admired Tudor-Jacobean country houses in England and the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots’ roguish husband Lord Darnley. Its 1500 acres of rolling parkland, landscaped by Capability Brown are a must visit.
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January 2007
QUEBECS WINS ONE OF BEST 50 BRITISH HOTELS
Congratulations to the team at Quebecs hotel who were awarded with one of the 50 Best British Hotels by The Independent Newspaper, on 6th January 2007.
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January 2007
KICK START HEALTHY HABITS FOR 2007 AT BONDS
Enjoy a 900 calorie lunch promotion at Bonds for only £15 per person for 2 courses.
As the Christmas season draws to a close and you can’t face another mince pie or a glass of mulled wine head to Bonds restaurant at Threadneedles hotel in the City of London, which is offering a bumper belly busting promotion for the month of January.
For £15 per person each enjoy a two course lunch filled with guilt-free dishes such as a rustic chestnut and mushroom soup with herb ravioli, Jerusalem artichoke and truffle oil or a mouth watering roast chicken with swede puree and steamed potatoes for only 900 calories. So forget Weight Watchers and visit Bonds for your New Year’s Resolution, as this offer only runs from 4th – 31st January.
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December 2006
BONDS BAR ~ WINNER OF THE 2006 BEST BAR AWARDS
Bonds Bar at Threadneedles hotel in the City of London has been announced winner of the 2006 Class Magazine’s Bar Awards for the Best Wine list on offer. The perfect place to meet for a drink after work with a buzzing atmosphere of the City, Bonds Bar has been applauded for its extensive wine list and 65 signature cocktails.
Bonds outstripped competitors including top London Bars Dion and Pearl with their vast wine list, enabling guests to enjoy new and old world wines from all continents. The unlimited choice extends from all prices and to every sophisticated palate. Wines are available by the glass from £5.50 to magnums of champagne at £407.
The title Winner of the Best Wine list at the Bar Awards is the latest accolade Bonds Bar is proud to receive. Class, the monthly magazine on bar culture, has an unrivalled reputation within the drinks industry. The highly revered Zagat Restaurant Guides also recently honoured Bonds restaurant a score of 21 out of 25 for the food in the 2007 survey and Bonds were honoured with an AA Wine Award for the most Notable Wine List 2006-2007.
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September 2006
IT'S CHRISTMAS AT QUEBECS
Don’t miss the fantastic Christmas package Quebecs, is offering this December. Enjoy a Christmas dinner with all the trimmings, mince pies and luxury accommodation and above all spend it with friends and family in the heart of Leeds! What more could you want this Christmas?
Leeds becomes alive with the festive sound of carols, merry revellers and the jingling bells of the horse drawn carriages. The numerous theatres and concert halls around the city provide endless choices to create an even more memorable evening, and Leeds is one of the best shopping destinations in the UK, ideal for those last minute Christmas presents!
The Christmas package includes mulled wine and mince pies on arrival, a delicious 3 course Christmas dinner for two at Room Restaurant, and finally, a hearty breakfast in the morning.
Prices start from only £180 per night inclusive of VAT based on two people sharing. Available from 1st to 23rd December.
For further details please contact Quebecs on 0113 244 8989
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July 2006
THE GLASSHOUSE INSTALLS KOREAN ARTWORK BY CONTEMPORARY ARTIST
The Glasshouse, Edinburgh, is proud to announce a new display of stunning glasswork in their gallery from 1st August. This enchanting collection, by Korean artist Kyou-Hong Lee, focuses on the ‘Nature of Life’. Hong’s work reflects the beauty of the organic living creature, incorporating the notion that nature is alternately revealed and concealed.
As well being a unique artist in his field Hong’s methods are technically advanced – involving blown glass which has an inside case of coloured glass and a delicate outer surface of silver foil inclusions. Each egg form is then finished by sandblasting and brush-polishing the surfaces, resulting in series of spheres that captivate colour and light. "Metamorphosis in the natural world has inspired my works,” explains Hong. “The process of metamorphosis seems to me to be the way of approaching a new-born ideal world. The transparency of the medium reflects my ideas.”
Part of the Eton Collection and a fabulous boutique hotel in the heart of Edinburgh, The Glasshouse is located less than 5 minutes walk from Princes Street. The magnificent entrance to the hotel is through a façade of an old church, which provides a total contrast to the remarkable modern interiors. Each room boasts floor-to-ceiling windows, and guests can relax on the beautiful lavender-filled roof terrace overlooking the rooftops of Edinburgh.
In partnership with Amber Roome and the Edinburgh College of Art
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June 2006
INTRODUCING THE DOME MENU AT THREADNEEDLES
“I drink champagne when I’m happy and when I’m sad. Sometimes I drink it when I’m alone. When I have company I consider it obligatory. I trifle with it if I’m not hungry and drink it when I am. Otherwise I never touch it – unless I’m thirsty.”
Madame Lilly Bollinger
Whether it's a mouth-watering selection of pastries accompanied by a freshly brewed pot of tea in the morning, or a variety of sandwiches and scones complimented by a glass of chilled champagne in the afternoon, Threadneedles have introduced an all-day menu to enjoy in the tranquil setting beneath the hotel’s stunning glass Dome.
Located in the heart of the square mile, Threadneedles is the epitome of luxury and elegance and already boasts the 5 star restaurant Bonds where diners have enjoyed breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Now, as summer approaches, Threadneedles is delighted to offer you an alternative dining experience at any hour of the day. For a minimum spend of £10 per head you can enjoy an endless selection of sweet or savoury delights in the privacy of Threadneedles be it at an impromptu breakfast meeting or a mid afternoon snack of tasty nibbles and champagne with friends, the choice is yours. Tel: 020 7657 8080
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May 2006
THE ETON COLLECTION - VOTED IN TOP 100 POLL OF FASTEST GROWING COMPANIES
The Eton Collection has been voted number 52 in Real Business magazine’s Hot 100 Business Poll. The magazine’s annual survey reflects the UK’s fastest growing companies and The Eton Collection is the only hotel group to feature.
The poll reveals that Brits spend more than £26.5 billion on domestic travel each year and more and more people are searching for a boutique hotel such as one of the five in the Eton Collection. Started in 1998 by hotelier and businessman Peter Tyrie, today The Eton Collection boasts five luxury boutique hotels and two five-star restaurants in city centres across the UK. Since the purchase of the first hotel in the Collection, The Colonnade in Maida Vale, the Eton Collection has grown exponentially and continues to do so having increased its turnover from £2m to over £11m in the last four years.
The 2006 survey conducted by Real Business magazine highlighted that private companies are the fastest growing companies in the UK. The Eton Collection has expanded from one individual hotel to an internationally recognised hotel group and is continually dedicated to luxury and excellence.
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February 2006
A CHANGE OF LOGO FOR THE ETON COLLECTION
The Eton Collection has announced a change in their logo from January 2006. The logo is to incorporate the significant words, Chic, Unique and Boutique, all of which sum up the image and brand of the hotel group and clearly position the collection.
The Eton Collection is a collection of five luxury boutique hotels and two five-star restaurants in London. Started in 1998 by hotelier and businessman Peter Tyrie, the aim of the group is to develop small luxury hotels in prime city-centre locations with the very highest level of quality, design and service.
Each hotel combines the comforts of the past with a contemporary design and a sense of simple modern luxury and intricate attention to detail. The Eton Collection prides itself in its intimate and inviting surroundings and restorative and beautifully restored locations. The Eton Collection is sophisticated and above all special.
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January 2006
SPEND A VALENTINES NIGHT IN FIVE STAR LUXURY AT THREADNEEDLES FOR ONLY £255 PER COUPLE
Escape to a haven of luxury in Threadneedles hotel, the beautifully converted Banking Hall, for a romantic Valentines weekend where modern comforts and innovative design will make this a weekend to remember.
Spend just £255 per couple for one night’s accommodation at this chic boutique and contemporary hotel in the heart of the city and pamper your loved one with an indulgent weekend. Enjoy a cocktail of your choice at the bar on your arrival before dining at the five star restaurant, Bonds, located at Threadneedles. Bonds has a special Valentines menu on offer, including delights such as Szechuan pepper and honey glazed Barbary duck breast with spiced aubergine, sweet potato and baby bok choi, then relax and unwind in the comfort of your surroundings.
For the price of £255 per couple, this fabulous offer includes accommodation for one night in a luxury room for two, a cocktail at the bar, an intimate dinner for two at Bonds, champagne on ice, rose petals on the bed, chocolates, bubble bath and breakfast in bed and is valid on the weekend before or after Valentine’s Day (10th – 12th February or 17th – 19th February).
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January 2006
5 STAR LUXURY FOR LESS - LONDON LUXURY WEEKEND BREAK FOR JUST £165 PER NIGHT
You want five star but you don’t want to pay a ridiculous amount? Threadneedles Hotel, the City’s first boutique hotel offers exactly this. With the elegance, sophistication, grandeur and class of a beautiful five star hotel Threadneedles is a perfect hideaway for a romantic UK break or a stylish retreat for a second time visitor to London who has already seen the main sites and wants to explore a different part of the capital city.
Spend the weekend at Threadneedles and just pay £165 per night for two nights excluding breakfast and VAT. Minimum two-night stay on Fridays and Saturdays. For details please call 020 7657 8080 or visit www.theetoncollection.com
He added “Since joining The Eton Collection in March 2009, The Colonnade has continued to go from strength to strength. I look forward to continuing my work with the team to ensure that our guests receive the high level of service expected from The Eton Collection.”
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