Exciting new openings in hospitality across the UK this month offer a range of unique experiences.
- The Mason’s Arms and Great Bustard bring cosy pub settings with delectable local produce to the Cotswolds and Wiltshire.
- Social media-famous spots like It’s Bagels and Below Stone Nest are making their mark in London.
- Hotels are expanding with the Park Hyatt debuting in Nine Elms and Dalata Group’s Maldron Hotel in Shoreditch.
- Alice Norman’s farm-to-table café and the Tamil Prince’s new venture add culinary diversity to Suffolk and South London.
As October unfolds, the UK hospitality sector is abuzz with new additions. The Mason’s Arms opens in the Cotswolds, promising a cosy pub atmosphere complemented by fresh produce from the local Durnford Estate. Simultaneously, the Great Bustard opens its doors in Wiltshire, offering a refined yet comfortable country pub setting where guests can enjoy dishes crafted with estate-grown produce.
London is witnessing the arrival of some much-anticipated venues. ‘It’s Bagels,’ a New York-style bagel shop, and ‘Below Stone Nest,’ a dive bar known for its social media popularity, are creating buzz in the city. These venues are expected to attract fans eager to experience their renowned offerings firsthand. Alongside these, the UK’s first Park Hyatt opens in London’s Nine Elms, setting a new standard with its luxurious accommodation and extensive facilities.
The Irish-based Dalata Hotel Group expands its presence with the opening of the Maldron Hotel in Shoreditch, London. This marks the group’s fifth hotel in the area, offering modern conveniences such as self check-in pods and a fitness suite, alongside a welcoming dining environment at the Grain & Grill bar and restaurant.
Alice Norman, once head chef of Woodhouse Restaurant Group’s Emilia, has transformed her Suffolk-based farm-to-table bakery into a café at Maple Farm. This new venture not only serves exquisite baked goods but also hosts exclusive dining events with chefs from across the UK. Similarly, the team behind the Tamil Prince restaurant in Islington introduces ‘Tamila’ in South London, showcasing a menu infused with South Indian flavours.
In Farnham, Surrey, the Teller’s Arms emerges from its former life as a bank into a vibrant pub with boutique rooms, offering a menu rich in seasonal British produce. Meanwhile, in London’s Clapham, Polygon Public House launches ‘The Ox,’ a new gastropub featuring innovative dishes such as Scottish Luing beef with smoked eel. The food landscape continues to diversify with the anticipated reopening of Below Stone Nest by Frank and Jackson Boxer, along with the introduction of the Mason’s Arms by Sam and Georgie Pearman in Bampton.
Matt Harris and Tommy Kempton are set to revolutionize the burger scene in Brixton with ‘Buster’s,’ focusing on expertly crafted wagyu beef burgers. Each new venue not only enhances the local culinary scene but also reflects the broader trends in hospitality, where creativity and innovation are at the forefront.
The October openings illustrate the dynamic growth and diversity within the UK’s hospitality sector.
