United Kingdom Update
England
From July 19th 2021, the rules on social distancing have been relaxed, and England is able accommodate any size of events. All venues are open and no longer implement capacity limits, Covid19 testing or social distancing measures. Face masks are also a personal choice or a decision for the event organiser.
Scotland
In Scotland, there are no social distancing measures or restrictions on gatherings in most settings, however some restrictions remain. Face coverings still need to be worn indoors and from October 1st, anyone over 18 will be required to show proof of double vaccination before they are allowed entry into nightclubs, unseated indoor events with more than 500 attendees, unseated outdoor events of more than 4,000, and any event with more than 10,000 guests.
(Edinburgh Castle, Scotland)
Wales
There are now no legal restrictions on the number of people who can meet indoors and all premises, including nightclubs, are open again.
Northern Ireland
In Northern Ireland venues like theatres have reopened and conferences and exhibitions have returned. People must still wear a face covering at all indoor venues and customer details are required for the Test, Trace, Protect contact tracing programme.
NEW / RECENT HOTEL OPENINGS
The Londoner, a sustainable luxury hotel from the Edwardian Hotels Group, has had more than £300m in investment. You can expect expertly designed rooms, private screening rooms, six concept eateries, meeting spaces and gym and spa facilities.
(The Londoner)
Hilton London Metropole – One of Europe’s largest conference and events hotel, with close transport links to Heathrow Airport and Central London, has undergone a multimillion-pound refurbishment. Renovations have been made to the hotel’s 1,096 guestrooms and suites, 35 event spaces and meeting rooms, four restaurants and bars, executive lounge and state-of-the-art 200sqm gym. The renovation finished this summer 2021 and will provide visitors with a completely new and upgraded stay. No element of the hotel has been left unchanged.
Cameron House, Scotland– Reopening September 2021, this 5-star luxury hotel has been closed since a fire in 2017. It is set on the banks of Loch Lomond, a 1-hour drive from Glasgow. There are 140 bedrooms, a spa and 18-hole championship level golf course. With 400 acres of majestic countryside on its doorstep, Cameron House also boasts breath-taking 360-degree views of the Scottish landscape. Visitors can enjoy unparalleled views through scenic bike hire trails, falconry experiences, pony treks, clay pigeon shooting, 4×4 off-road driving adventures, Segway safaris, as well as a list of picturesque walks and hikes.
(Cameron House, Scotland)
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