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April 18, 2008 - The Cornwallis hotel in Brome, Suffolk, has welcomed Paul Orridge, formerly of the Cityside hotel and conference group, as general manager to lead the team at the distinctive four star property.
With 24 years experience in the hospitality industry in both the UK and Europe, Paul brings with him a wealth of experience following a number of management and operational roles. Paul, who worked for over 20 years as a chef, will be looking to develop the hotel’s fine dining offer as well as heading up the Cornwallis which is part of the national group, Oxford Hotels & Inns.
Paul comments: "I"m delighted to be joining the Cornwallis and working with the dedicated team to develop the hotel to its fullest potential. With its great location, coupled with the first-rate facilities, including the recently refurbished restaurant, I look forward to putting the hotel firmly on the map."
Mark Edwards, managing director of Oxford Hotels & Inns, which operates
over 60 hotels across the UK, says: “We are very pleased to welcome Paul to the Oxford Hotels & Inns team. He has a number of years experience in the hospitality industry and therefore brings a great deal of knowledge to our business. Paul’s extensive food expertise is a key focus for the hotel and with this in mind I look forward to working with him to develop the Cornwallis hotel.
About Oxford Hotels & Inns:
Oxford Hotels & Inns operates a portfolio of more than 60 hotels and inns and 150 pubs across the UK including the Carnoustie Golf Hotel, home of the 2007 British Open Golf Championship, Stonefield Castle at Loch Fyne in Scotland, Derwent Manor Hotel in Northumberland and the Cornwallis Hotel in Suffolk. Further information on the full range of hotels can be found at www.oxfordhotelsandinns.com.
