Leeds Hotels and Venues Association

Wow, what an incredible turnout at yesterday's Leeds Hotels and Venues Association Sales Managers meeting! 🎉 We had a great catch up, with Claire Heap sharing fantastic insights on upcoming events and the visitor economy for Leeds, thank you to the continued efforts and contributions from ConferenceLeeds and VisitLeeds 🌟 A big shoutout to AYRE, as Ann Seddon and Chris Driver-Ayre, our association AV partners, gave an insight into some of the exciting new developments in their services 🙌 Thank you to The Tetley for hosting the meeting, as Kirkstall Brewery are now the custodians of the historic brewery, the space is now used for conferences, events, food and drink! 🍻 Looking forward to seeing you all at the upcoming Sales Managers meeting on Wednesday 9th October 2pm-3:30pm. Please contact anthony@bonnerandhindley.co.uk for any further information regarding membership or attendance for the meeting. #LHVA #SalesMeeting #EventManagement #VisitorEconomy #ConferenceLeeds #VisitLeeds #AYREevents #Teamwork #ExcitingTimes

🌟 A Heartfelt Thank You for Your Generosity! 🌟 Through the incredible generosity of our members, we have raised an amazing £5483 for Zarach following the LHVA Awards raffle and silent auction!🎉 With 4.3 million* children in the UK living in poverty, we must act now. Beds have become a luxury item for hundreds of thousands of families, who face the devastating decision to pay for food and fuel or to buy their child a bed. Bed poverty exists when a family doesn’t have the sleeping arrangements they need for their children due to a lack of financial resources. For children in this situation, it has a significant impact on their education. Zarach’s mission to ensure that every child in England has a bed of their own gives them a greater chance to learn and succeed at school. Thank you to all our members for your generous prize donations and to everyone who has contributed to such a fantastic cause. It makes us incredibly proud as an organisation to support local charities and initiatives that strengthen our communities 💖 Together, we are making a difference! #Charity #CommunitySupport #EndChildPoverty #Zarach #LHVAwards #Generosity #MakingADifference

🌟 A Heartfelt Thank You to All Participants of the Schools in Hospitality Programme! 🌟 On Monday evening, the Leeds Hotels and Venues Association led the Celebration Event, kindly hosted by Leeds City College. The aim of the Schools Hospitality Programme was to introduce school students to the world of hotels, venues, and hospitality. By partnering with various hotels and venues, we created a programme designed to improve awareness of opportunities available in the industry and provide experiences that will encourage our students to take up careers within the Hospitality industry. Over the last 6 months, students have engaged in a variety of exciting activities, from bed-making competitions and mocktail making to cooking, events management, and mock interviews. The support and generosity of our hotels and venues have been phenomenal, providing invaluable opportunities for the students. We extend our deepest gratitude to our partners who made this programme possible: ✅DoubleTree by Hilton Leeds & Lighthouse Futures Trust ✅The Met Leeds Hotel & Mount St Mary's Catholic High School, Leeds ✅Oulton Hall & The Morley Academy ✅Dakota Hotels & Carr Manor Community School ✅ Royal Armouries Conference & Events & Templelearningacademy ✅ Leeds Marriott Hotel & Broomfield south silc school Special thanks to the teams at Employment and Skills Leeds, Hospitality Connect and Leeds City Council for their unwavering support and collaboration. With a personal mention to Laura Johnson, Dave Myers and Yasmin Ali-Pedro. Together, we've taken a significant step towards shaping the future of the hospitality industry, and we couldn't have done it without each and every one of you. LHVA are delighted to announce that we will be expanding the Schools in Hospitality Programme! Running from January- June 2025. We will be circulating information about the programme over the next couple of months, so watch this space. #Hospitality #Education #FutureLeaders #ThankYou #Collaboration #SchoolsHospitalityProgramme #Leeds

🚨 Exciting News! Silent Auction Closing Date Extended! 🚨 We’ve heard your requests and are thrilled to announce that the deadline for our Silent Auction has been extended until Friday! Don’t miss your chance to bid on these incredible prizes and unforgettable experiences for our charity Zarach: 🏨 Indulge in unparalleled luxury with an exclusive Sunday night stay in the brand new deluxe suite at Dakota Hotels. Enjoy dinner, bed, and breakfast, along with a £200 restaurant tab and chauffeur-driven car service from your home. 🛏️ Transform your sleep experience with a stunning king size bed and premium mattress from Bedmill, valued at over £750! 🎤 Enjoy an unforgettable evening with two VIP tickets to see Jools Holland on 20 December, featuring VIP early entry, welcome champagne, and a sumptuous 3-course fine dining meal at the first direct arena. 🌿 Relax and unwind with a one-night stay at the beautiful Oulton Hall, including dinner, bed, and breakfast for two in a superior room and a 25-minute spa treatment per person. 🏨 Escape to London with a one-night stay with bed and breakfast for two people at Holmes Hotel London by Park Plaza. Get your bids in now and secure your prize! Your participation makes a difference! 🌟 #SilentAuction #BidNow #LuxuryPrizes #LHVA #Zarach https://lnkd.in/eE34NeTr

Hurry... Only 3 Days Left in Our Silent Auction! 🎉👀 Don't miss out on your chance to win exclusive experiences while supporting our nominated charity Zarach! Our silent auction ends on Monday, so now is the perfect time to place your bids and secure those experiences🏆 Remember, every bid brings us closer to our goal of raising funds for such a brilliant cause. Your participation makes a difference! 🔔 Get your bids in now and make a positive impact! Thank you for your support and good luck! 🍀 #SilentAuction #BidNow #SupportGreatCauses #Zarach #LeedsHospitality

Reflecting on the LHVA Awards 2024, a key element of the event's success is undoubtedly our incredible sponsors, who play a vital role in supporting Leeds' hospitality industry. A special thank you to our headline sponsor, LeedsBID, for their unwavering support and commitment to making this event a reality. Established in 2015, LeedsBID is a not-for-profit, non-political organisation set up to improve Leeds city centre for all. BID stands for ‘Business Improvement District’. The BID is elected by 684 businesses* situated within the operational boundary. These businesses pay a levy to fund the BID and its many projects, which include street cleaning, animating public spaces, boosting skills and training, and welcoming visitors to the city. We are also immensely grateful to our other fantastic sponsors: ✅ Mint People ✅ Maximus ✅ Timothy Taylor's Brewery ✅ VisitLeeds ✅ AYRE ✅ Yorkshire Evening Post ✅ Luminate Education Group ✅ Booking.com ✅ Elegance Events Styling ✅ Zebra Print ✅ The Dance Mob ✅ NORTHERN BLOC ICE CREAM LIMITED ✅ JAM Entertainment Your contributions and support are essential in celebrating the exceptional talent and dedication within our industry. Together, we’re building a brighter future for Leeds' hospitality scene. Here’s to more successful collaborations and celebrating the best of our industry! 🌟🥂 #LHVAAwards2024 #LeedsHospitality #EventSponsors #Gratitude #CommunitySupport #CelebratingSuccess

🎉✨ Our Silent Auction is LIVE ✨🎉 Dive into a world of luxury, adventure, and unforgettable experiences while supporting a fantastic cause. All proceeds go to Zarach, our dedicated charity, while we are joining their mission to lift children out of bed poverty. Together we can meet this basic need, giving them a good night's sleep and an equal opportunity at school. Some of our incredible prizes include: 🏌️♂️🌟 Imagine indulging in the ultimate luxury escape with a stay at The Belfry Hotel & Resort! Enjoy the stunning Warwickshire countryside from a signature suite, with dinner, breakfast, and a round of golf on the legendary Brabazon course. 🍴👨🍳 A cookery school class for 2 at The Grand, York, complete with a stay in the penthouse, luxury spa treatments, breakfast, and parking. The perfect staycation! 🍽️🥂 A private dining experience for 12 at Ambers Restaurant Harrogate, featuring wine pairing and evening drinks. A night to remember with friends and family! 🎄🎉 Celebrate the festive season in style at the Royal Armouries Conference & Events with an exclusive table for 10 at a dazzling Christmas party or a glamorous New Year's Eve celebration! 🏨🍾 A complimentary one-night stay for two in The Presidential Suite at The Queens Hotel, Leeds, including dinner at the Grand Pacific Restaurant, breakfast, a bottle of wine, and Champagne on arrival! These are just a few of the fabulous items you can bid on. Don’t miss out on your chance to win big and make a difference. Head over to our auction page now and place your bids! https://lnkd.in/eE34NeTr #SilentAuction #BidForACause #LuxuryEscape #SupportZarach #CharityEvent #MakeADifference Happy bidding! 🎁✨

🎉 Wow, over a week on from the LHVA 2024 Awards event, and we're still buzzing with excitement 🎉 We hope our brilliant members and sponsors are too, reflecting on the evening, their outstanding achievements, and contributions to Leeds' vibrant hospitality industry 🌟 A huge congratulations to our winners, nominees, and attendees – your hard work and dedication make our industry thrive! 🥳 Stay tuned for separate posts acknowledging our incredible sponsors and our industry-leading judges who devoted their time, resources, and expertise to ensure a fabulous event. Here’s a shoutout to our amazing winners: 🏆 Chairman’s Choice – Sponsored by Leeds Hotels and Venues Association WINNER: Annie Cochrane – Leeds United 🏆 Best Newcomer – Sponsored by Mint People WINNER: Maggie Grant – Leeds Marriott Hotel 🏆 Customer Service Back Of House – Sponsored by Maximus WINNER: Mary Batingal – Leonardo Hotels UK & Ireland | Formerly Jurys Inn 🏆 Customer Service Front Of House – Sponsored by VisitLeeds WINNER: Hamid Ahmed – Hilton Leeds City 🏆 Customer Service Venues – Sponsored by AYRE WINNER: Joe Kirk – Leeds United 🏆 People’s Choice – Sponsored by Yorkshire Evening Post WINNER: Jayne Uren – Leeds Marriott Hotel 🏆 Hotels Rising Star – Sponsored by Luminate Education Group WINNER: Michael Hutley – Oulton Hall 🏆 Venues Rising Star – Sponsored by Luminate Education Group WINNER: Jack-Dylan Wright – Royal Armouries Conference & Events 🏆 Sustainability Hero – Sponsored by Booking.com WINNER: Sunil Lad – The Queens Hotel, Leeds 🏆 Top Team – Sponsored by LeedsBID WINNER: Housekeeping Team – Hollins Hall Hotel & Country Club 🏆 Unsung Hero – Sponsored by VisitLeeds WINNER: Joanne Dockerty – Hilton Leeds City 🏆 Mentor of the Year – Sponsored by Elegance Events Styling WINNER: Jayne Uren – Leeds Marriott Hotel Here’s to celebrating each of you and your incredible contributions. Let's keep the spirit of excellence alive in Leeds' hospitality scene! 🎉✨ 📷 Photography Credits to Simon Dewhurst #LHVAAwards2024 #HospitalityHeroes #LeedsHospitality Stay tuned for more updates and posts!

🎉The Wait is Over! 🎉 Our LHVA 2024 Awards are happening TONIGHT at Leeds United, Elland Road! Join us from 6:45 PM for a spectacular evening with a vibrant carnival theme🌟 We’ll be celebrating the incredible achievements in our hospitality sector with our awards, delicious food, fantastic entertainment, and so much more. Get ready for an unforgettable night! See you there! 🎊🍽️🏆 #LHVA2024 #HospitalityAwards #CarnivalNight #LeedsUnited #EllandRoad #Celebration #Food #Entertainment

🙌 Just one week to go until the LHVA Awards! 🙌 Join us at Leeds United from 6:45 pm until late for an unforgettable evening of celebration and recognition. We’re pulling out all the stops to make this event a true carnival of achievements! 🎪🏆 Expect an evening filled with excitement, networking, and well-deserved accolades as we honour the outstanding contributions in our industry. With a lively atmosphere, fantastic entertainment, and plenty of surprises in store, it’s going to be a night to remember! Can’t wait to see you there and share in the excitement!🎉✨ #LHVAwards #LeedsUnited #Celebration #CarnivalOfAchievements #Networking #IndustryAwards #Excitement #EventOfTheYear