Hertfordshire

Today’s news in brief – 11/04/25

NWTC has seen a 9% improvement in like-for-like sales across the last four quarters, following the appointment of a new leadership team and a renewed focus on The Botanist brand. Antony Doyle, the former operations director of Loungers, joined New World Trading Company in June 2024 as its group operations…

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Marston’s rolls out 459 rapid EV chargers nationwide

Marston’s has installed 459 rapid and ultra-fast chargers across 193 sites, after introducing the company’s first EV charger in December 2018 at The Bakehouse in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire. As a result, Marston’s claims it operates more rapid and ultra-fast EV chargers than any other hospitality company in the UK,…

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Today’s news in brief – 20/03/25

UKH have called for packaging supplied to venues to be exempt from the EPR. The likes of Azzurri Group, Burger King UK, Fuller’s, Marston’s, Punch Pubs, St Austell Brewery, Stonegate Group and Wells & Co have signed the letter to Steve Reed, the Defra Secretary of State, that states that…

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Hertfordshire Catering appoints new executive chef

Hertfordshire Catering Limited (HCL) has appointed David Stanley as its new executive chef.  With “extensive” experience across multiple sectors of the food industry, Stanley brings a passion for nutrition, innovation, and delivering high-quality meals.  In his new role, he will lead the development of HCL’s school catering offerings, ensuring quality…

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Adnams appoints new CEO

Southwold brewery Adnams has announced the appointment of Jenny Hanlon as its new chief executive officer. Hanlon, 48, will become the first female CEO of the brewing business in its 150 year history. Hanlon, who has been serving as the company’s chief financial officer, will succeed Dr Andy Wood OBE…

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Chartwells announces raft of new contract wins and retentions

Chartwells Independent has announced it has successfully won two new three-year contracts with South Hampstead High School and Wimbledon High School. Both schools are members of the Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST), the UK’s largest group of independent schools educating 20,000 girls each year. Chartwells Independent will also support both…

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Today’s news in brief – 05/10/23

Krispy Kreme is considering selling its majority stake in Insomnia Cookies, exploring strategic alternatives to unlock value. Krispy Kreme acquired the stake in 2018 and expects Insomnia Cookies to generate approximately $230m (£189.5m) in 2023 revenues. This move allows Krispy Kreme to focus on its core strategy of producing, selling,…

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Peach Pubs to operate The Three Horseshoes in Hertfordshire

Peach Pubs has been announced as the new operator of The Three Horseshoes in Letchmore Heath, Hertfordshire. The pub, which has been standing for over two Centuries, was acquired by Mark Cherry, director of Caraeno Limited, in 2020. The property underwent a substantial refurbishment programme to “meet the demands of…

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Today’s news in brief – 27/09/23

Hydes has achieved a “record” turnover of £34.1m for the year ending 2 April, marking a £5.8m increase from the previous year’s total of £28.3m. The company credits some of its success to long-term energy cost contracts, which shielded them from inflation’s financial impact. Despite challenges such as rising consumable…

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Octagon Bar opens at Sopwell House in St Albans

Octagon Bar at Sopwell House has officially opened its doors in St Albans to customers in Hertfordshire.  Set in the heart of the Georgian manor house, Octagon Bar is inspired by the drinking dens of London and serves an inventive menu of blended cocktails.  Featuring an ornate marble topped bar…

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