The Front Page. - Copy 162 ( Fairtrade evening. Marina Hotel News)
9 March 2011
We have chatted long and often here on Doverforum about the coming Dover Marina Hotel , formerly known to us all as The Churchill.
The hotel is of course situated on our wonderful seafront and following a period of suspended animation in life's doldrums, is destined soon to re-emerge again as a glorious seafront swan..a jewel in our crown.
Here is the latest news just in from the guys there in the shape of the following press release. Read on dear friends read on...
BEST WESTERN DOVER MARINA HOTEL & SPA SET TO OPEN AFTER MULTI-MILLION POUND REFURBISHMENT
Kent’s newest upmarket hotel is set to open in a stunning beach-front location overlooking Dover Harbour. The 81-bedroom Best Western Dover Marina Hotel & Spa opens on 24 March.
Several million pounds is being invested in the iconic Kent hotel once favoured by royalty and celebrities. The elegant property is a centrepiece of the regeneration of the Dover waterfront, and has been fitted out by one of the UK’s top interior designers.
The hotel, which occupies a large mid-section of the five-storey grade II-listed Regency crescent terrace, is being run by Leaf Hotels, the company which owns two other successful hotels operating in East Kent. Around 60 jobs have been created, which have gone to local people.
The hotel’s facilities will include:
.81 refurbished and individually styled en-suite bedrooms, many with spectacular beach and sea views
.Three conference, function and meetings rooms
.Stylish restaurant and bar
.Free WiFi internet access throughout the hotel
.Well-equipped fitness and spa centre (opening soon)
.Seafront coffee shop and ice cream parlour (opening soon).
Leaf Hotels has spent the past six months restoring the hotel to its original 1830s Regency splendour. “The hotel is the jewel in Dover’s crown, with breathtaking views across the beach and the harbour to the English Channel and beyond to France,” said general manager David Otteson.
“Thanks to its fusion of 21st century comfort and 19th century styling, the hotel is full of character and charm. With excellent access to ferry and cruise terminals, it’s ideal for business and leisure. This is a wonderful place to stay, an ideal base to enjoy the delights of Kent, or a day trip to France and Belgium.”
David Otteson said he was confident that the hotel would become a focal point for the local community, as well as a popular choice among tourists and business guests.
He also praised the quality of the refurbishment work undertaken by award-winning interior design practice Nicholas Hollinshead Interiors. “The brief was to blend the original 1830s features with modern day facilities and the result is stunning. Wallpapers, carpets and furniture have been sourced from all over the world to make this one of the most stylish hotels in Kent. We are all thrilled with the outcome,” he said.
The hotel will be a tremendous boost to the county’s tourism industry, according to Sandra Matthews-Marsh, chief executive of Visit Kent, who complimented the owners for doing a ‘fantastic job’ in renovating the old Churchill Hotel.
She added: “They are to be congratulated for having the vision, dedication and commitment to deliver such an exciting project. The hotel is a welcome addition to the hospitality sector in Kent. The county needs additional high-quality bed stock and the Best Western Dover Marina Hotel & Spa offer just that.”
The Best Western Dover Marina Hotel & Spa is in Waterloo Crescent, a couple of minutes from the port and cruise terminals. It caters for weddings, meetings and conferences, plus theme nights and fine dining parties, private dining and other functions. For more information, details of special offers or to book, call 01304 203633, email reservations@dovermarinahotel.co.uk or visit www.dovermarinahotel.co.uk
The Picture shown above is an artists impression of the interior ...and quite splendid it looks too.
There were also some excellent products on display, and for sale. Yours truly was urged to part with some local currency which indeed I did willingly, and from now on will be enjoying the benefits of both Earl Grey Tea and Everyday Tea knowing that the people that produced those teas in far off shores will get a fair return and a liveable wage. That’s Fairtrade.
But what is Fairtrade? Mayor Sue Jones summed it up…
“ It gives the people of the developing world a chance to change their lives for the better…. The financial returns go into developing projects in these poorer countries, such as the essential supply of clean water, healthcare, and education.” She went on..“Fairtrade sales have hit the £1Billion mark around the world but it is still just a drop in the ocean. More needs to be done”
The theme for this year is Fairtrade Cotton. Although progress has been made, less than 1% of fashion cotton on the High Street carries the Fairtrade mark. So still just a tiny proportion.
The Rev Michael Hinton who introduced the Fairtrade idea to the town council several years ago, thanked the DTC and the Mayor for their efforts…but noted that despite 9 years of efforts to get them onboard, the Dover District Council have failed to join in.
David Hannent who has passed over the reins of Fairtrade Chairman to Pam Brivio said..."Fairtrade is happening..but not fast enough. Its up to us to make it happen".
Paul Boland.
Picture Top: from left to right Mayor of Deal Cllr Ben Bano, Mayor of Dover Cllr Sue Jones...complete with red nose for RED NOSE DAY. next Cllr Dr Terence Clifford Amos Mayor of Sandwich, Cllr Ronnie Philpott Mayoress of Dover. Picture below shows Mayor Sue with the Dover Air Cadets. What a jolly Mayor!
Another good news story...
We have chatted long and often here on Doverforum about the coming Dover Marina Hotel , formerly known to us all as The Churchill.
The hotel is of course situated on our wonderful seafront and following a period of suspended animation in life's doldrums, is destined soon to re-emerge again as a glorious seafront swan..a jewel in our crown.
Here is the latest news just in from the guys there in the shape of the following press release.
BEST WESTERN DOVER MARINA HOTEL & SPA SET TO OPEN AFTER MULTI-MILLION POUND REFURBISHMENT
Kent’s newest upmarket hotel is set to open in a stunning beach-front location overlooking Dover Harbour. The 81-bedroom Best Western Dover Marina Hotel & Spa opens on 24 March.
Several million pounds is being invested in the iconic Kent hotel once favoured by royalty and celebrities. The elegant property is a centrepiece of the regeneration of the Dover waterfront, and has been fitted out by one of the UK’s top interior designers.
The hotel, which occupies a large mid-section of the five-storey grade II-listed Regency crescent terrace, is being run by Leaf Hotels, the company which owns two other successful hotels operating in East Kent. Around 60 jobs have been created, which have gone to local people.
The hotel’s facilities will include:
.81 refurbished and individually styled en-suite bedrooms, many with spectacular beach and sea views
.Three conference, function and meetings rooms
.Stylish restaurant and bar
.Free WiFi internet access throughout the hotel
.Well-equipped fitness and spa centre (opening soon)
.Seafront coffee shop and ice cream parlour (opening soon).
Leaf Hotels has spent the past six months restoring the hotel to its original 1830s Regency splendour. “The hotel is the jewel in Dover’s crown, with breathtaking views across the beach and the harbour to the English Channel and beyond to France,” said general manager David Otteson.
“Thanks to its fusion of 21st century comfort and 19th century styling, the hotel is full of character and charm. With excellent access to ferry and cruise terminals, it’s ideal for business and leisure. This is a wonderful place to stay, an ideal base to enjoy the delights of Kent, or a day trip to France and Belgium.”
David Otteson said he was confident that the hotel would become a focal point for the local community, as well as a popular choice among tourists and business guests.
He also praised the quality of the refurbishment work undertaken by award-winning interior design practice Nicholas Hollinshead Interiors. “The brief was to blend the original 1830s features with modern day facilities and the result is stunning. Wallpapers, carpets and furniture have been sourced from all over the world to make this one of the most stylish hotels in Kent. We are all thrilled with the outcome,” he said.
The hotel will be a tremendous boost to the county’s tourism industry, according to Sandra Matthews-Marsh, chief executive of Visit Kent, who complimented the owners for doing a ‘fantastic job’ in renovating the old Churchill Hotel.
She added: “They are to be congratulated for having the vision, dedication and commitment to deliver such an exciting project. The hotel is a welcome addition to the hospitality sector in Kent. The county needs additional high-quality bed stock and the Best Western Dover Marina Hotel & Spa offer just that.”
The Best Western Dover Marina Hotel & Spa is in Waterloo Crescent, a couple of minutes from the port and cruise terminals. It caters for weddings, meetings and conferences, plus theme nights and fine dining parties, private dining and other functions. For more information, details of special offers or to book, call 01304 203633, email reservations@dovermarinahotel.co.uk or visit www.dovermarinahotel.co.uk
The Picture shown above is an artists impression of the interior ...and quite splendid it looks too.
Tuesday Night was Fairtrade Night at the Town Council offices.
There was a good turnout to hear all the latest news on Fairtrade both in Dover and throughout the world. Some excellent speeches were made as to the benefits of shopping Fairtrade and all were mercifully short enough for the audience to sustain interest.There were also some excellent products on display, and for sale. Yours truly was urged to part with some local currency which indeed I did willingly, and from now on will be enjoying the benefits of both Earl Grey Tea and Everyday Tea knowing that the people that produced those teas in far off shores will get a fair return and a liveable wage. That’s Fairtrade.
But what is Fairtrade? Mayor Sue Jones summed it up…
“ It gives the people of the developing world a chance to change their lives for the better…. The financial returns go into developing projects in these poorer countries, such as the essential supply of clean water, healthcare, and education.” She went on..“Fairtrade sales have hit the £1Billion mark around the world but it is still just a drop in the ocean. More needs to be done”
The theme for this year is Fairtrade Cotton. Although progress has been made, less than 1% of fashion cotton on the High Street carries the Fairtrade mark. So still just a tiny proportion.
The Rev Michael Hinton who introduced the Fairtrade idea to the town council several years ago, thanked the DTC and the Mayor for their efforts…but noted that despite 9 years of efforts to get them onboard, the Dover District Council have failed to join in.
David Hannent who has passed over the reins of Fairtrade Chairman to Pam Brivio said..."Fairtrade is happening..but not fast enough. Its up to us to make it happen".
Paul Boland.
Picture Top: from left to right Mayor of Deal Cllr Ben Bano, Mayor of Dover Cllr Sue Jones...complete with red nose for RED NOSE DAY. next Cllr Dr Terence Clifford Amos Mayor of Sandwich, Cllr Ronnie Philpott Mayoress of Dover. Picture below shows Mayor Sue with the Dover Air Cadets. What a jolly Mayor!