13th October 2008
Construction work update – October 2008
коли под наемThe dour summer weather failed to dampen the spirits of those working on site at Rockliffe Hall and we are pleased to say we are still on course for target opening dates, that being the opening of the golf course and its facilities in June 2009.
October will see a host of exciting milestones reached on site, not least the completion of the external façade and roof of the Old Hall.
Other key milestones this month:
- The steel works for the new section of the hotel and spa area to be complete.
- The first stage of the stunning new hydro-pool and pool to be complete.
- Brickwork, in the same style to the Old Hall, is expected to be complete to first floor level.
- Scaffold will be stripped away on the aparthotel section opposite the Old Hall, with internal works commencing.
One of the most exciting developments will see us completing a sample room within the Old Hall, hopefully before the end of October. This will offer great insight for those interested in seeing just how sizable the rooms will be in the Old Hall once complete. We hope to furnish this as soon as possible in order to give visitors to the site a real flavour of what is to come at Rockliffe Hall.
In addition to that, we hope construction work on the golf course will be completed and the course ‘handed over’ to our course and estates manager, Davy Cuthebertson and his fantastic green keeping team. Davy and his team have already been working for many months on tending to the holes which were completed some time ago.
Also, as part of our commitment to working to conserve the surrounding environment, it has been decided to make the timber-boarded roof on the clubhouse “green” by using seeding to blend in with the local area. A grass-topped roof will be a real eye-catching touch to the golf clubhouse.
Our neighbours in Hurworth Village may have also noticed that works have now begun on the two lodge houses at the entrance to the site.< -->
13th October 2008
Multi-million pound development has a pro team lined up
The regions newest luxury hotel, golf and spa resort is continuing to expand its team in time for the first tee off in June 2009.
Miranda Shale has been appointed as Sales and Administration Coordinator at five star complex, Rockliffe Hall. The 26 year old will be dealing with a range of activities such as taking advanced bookings for the stunning facilities and supporting managers in the run up to the opening, which is less than ten months away.
Rockliffe Hall, located in Hurworth, near Darlington in County Durham, boasts an 18 hole championship golf course, five star dining, a luxury hotel, holistic spa retreat and a private housing development.
Miranda, originally from Darlington said:
“It is great to be part of such an exciting project from the start. There is a lot of planning and organising still to do but the opening will be fantastic. The complex is just stunning and one of a kind in the region, we want to offer the best to our customers and make every stay and visit memorable.
“My favourite part of the job is organising various events and meetings, taking bookings for the spa, golf course and hotel. I do not play golf myself but do enjoy watching it, I’ll prefer the spa facilities once they are open!”
Bringing with her over ten years experience in the hotel business, Miranda has previously worked in hotels with golf course facilities and built up key skills needed in the hotel business while working as a Wedding Coordinator. With a degree in hospitality under her belt, Miranda is currently completing her final year in a Business Management Degree alongside her new job.
Nick Holmes, director at Rockliffe Hall Ltd, said:
“Miranda brings the experience and skills that Rockliffe Hall needs at this early stage. Our team is continuing to expand and take shape for the opening. The staff and team are the core of a successful business, each member brings something essential to Rockliffe Hall, ensuring that everything runs smoothly.”
Rockliffe Hall Golf is due to open in June 2009, with the opening of the five star standard hotel and luxury spa due to open later on in the year. The exclusive resort is being constructed with the existing 18th Century country house at its core, with sympathetic restoration and extension of the hall to create a 63-bedroom hotel and luxury adjoining spa.