Let’s raise a glass for hospitality

Local hospitality is well and truly back in business.

Conference centres and hotels are heading into the year with newfound confidence and a real spirit of optimism.

The fact that the region’s hospitality has emerged from pandemic pessimism into a bright new-look future is due, in no small part, to the local community. Their unwavering levels of loyalty and support have helped even the smallest business survive the darkest days, and played a massive part in the sustained recovery.

Coming through Covid has made us all appreciate the importance of our local pubs and restaurants so much more. And simple things that we took for granted – like going out and socialising – are more valued than ever. We all now recognise that the hospitality sector is the real hub of the community… a place to meet, chat, make friends and network.

Business innovation and willingness to adapt to change have also been a major key on the roadmap to recovery. New trends in technology and innovation were bubbling under the surface pre-Covid, but now ordering a pint by app or booking a restaurant takeaway are mainstream. And we’ve all taken to new ways of enjoying our leisure like ducks to water: staycations, outdoor eating, pop-up dining, enhanced safety and hygiene, and sleek online service are part of the new norm and here to stay. These are just some of the positives to come out of all the turmoil and prove that while the speed of change has been immense and unprecedented, hospitality is well up to the challenge.

Regional hospitality is well on the road to recovery. So here’s to a prosperous, sustained future!

Courtyard Lounge Private Hire

Fabulous private parties and events. From wedding receptions to baby showers, family gatherings to staff parties, and everything in between. We take care of your special day and can tailor a package just for you and your guests.

Featuring: Private Bar, Outdoor Terrace, Lounge Area, Dining Area, on-site parking, sound system, and much more!

For more information about hiring The Courtyard Lounge contact foodanddrink@courtyard.org.uk

Wellbeing Webinar

On Tuesday 17 January, Worcestershire Works Well hosted a Wellbeing Webinar for members of the scheme. Guest speakers from across the county joined the event on the day to share information that the attendees could take back to their workplaces, in order to support their team’s health and wellbeing.

We were pleased to welcome Sarah Baldwin and Agnieszka Kudrej from Morgan Motors as guest speakers. Sarah and Agnieszka gave an insightful presentation about Morgan’s Worcestershire Works Well journey to achieving their Level 1 accreditation. Many ideas were shared about the innovative health initiatives they had implemented, leaving us all very inspired!

We also welcomed Charlotte Webb, Financial Consultant, who gave us lots of ideas around implementing financial wellbeing initiatives in the workplace. Webinars are exclusive to Worcestershire Works Well members