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Press Release For The Appointment of Matt and Rachel Weedon

by Fallowfields on March 6, 2013

 Top chef takes helm at Oxfordshire Country House Hotel and Restaurant Fallowfields Hotel and Restaurant at Kingston Bagpuize in Oxfordshire has announced an award-winning head chef will take the helm there from the beginning of March 2013. Matt Weedon first gained a Michelin star at Glenapp Castle in Ayrshire and then at Lords of the [...]

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A view on the horsemeat scandal!

by Fallowfields on February 16, 2013

Thoughts from a restaurateur on the horsemeat scandal!   – I love horses, particularly on the “backs” at Lambourne or in the Gold Cup. And our “rescue” pony who has been with us for the last 6 months. -I have eaten horsemeat [knowingly] in France…my point is I do not want to eat it unknowingly…..and [...]

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More wedding venues in Oxfordshire should have a rose arbour!

December 31, 2012

We are one of few wedding venues in Oxfordshire with a beautiful rose arbour Several years ago, my wife Peta checked out some of the many wedding venues in Oxfordshire. She could not find one with a beautiful rose arbour. She had this vision of Brides having a photograph taken against a profuse backdrop of [...]

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Acorn Awards for our Head Chef

September 25, 2012

Acorn Awards are prestigious in our industry The Acorn Awards are held annually. They are about recognising the top 30 future movers and shakers in our industry. All nominations must be under 30 years old. So no chance for me then!  

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How an Oxfordshire Hotel attracted new customers

September 25, 2012

Here is a link to the original post by Sarah Whitelock of Green Apple Communications, the full text follows below. Link to original post 

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Came the cry….the weaners are out !!

August 26, 2012

Angela and Elton were married here just over a year ago, and they stayed again last night to celebrate their wedding anniversary and, to take a well deserved break from their very successful SEO business Urban Media

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Extending the Fallowfields brand

August 15, 2012

Extending our brand is an important part of our marketing mix. almost exclusively I use Social Media to achieve this. Recently I have been approached by a reporter for the online version of The Guardian newspaper and, a writer and blogger Chris Brown, who goes under the name of Mr Content. Here are links to both. The Guardian link Mr Content [...]

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A chance to relax brought some fond memories

July 30, 2012

It is always so rewarding when guests take time out to thank our people. Hi James and Co, We picked your hotel for some peace and quiet and a chance to relax. That we did and we are greatful for all your hard work on our behalf, many thanks. All your staff (from house keepers [...]

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Surely this is the way to arrive for our fantastic 2-4-1 summer lunch offer

July 27, 2012

I love lunch alfresco on the terrace [unless there is a breeze blowing of course] and 4 people arrived in this helicopter for lunch the other day, dropping in to our Helicopter landing pad. We hadn’t quite managed to get the Dexter’s out of the paddock, so the helicopter flew low over them….not too keen [...]

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Testimonial – “A real sense the staff were interested in giving a good service”

July 15, 2012

Testimonials are the litmus test of how a hotel is performing at any one time. Rather like a balance sheet, the testimonial gives a snapshot of a hotel’s service performance. Earlier in the week we had an overnight inspection of the hotel and restaurant by the AA. We have set ourselves some challenging goals for the next [...]

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