Novotel Southampton set to host October Wedding Fair Join the team at Novotel Southampton for their upcoming Wedding Fair on 18th October 2026 for everything needed to plan the perfect day. Whether you’re newly engaged or finalising the finishing touches, see how this stunning venue looks set up for a wedding while being inspired by décor ideas and meeting local suppliers. To book, visit eventbrite.com/e/wedding-fair-tickets1984300203324?aff=oddtdtcreator HYDES CYDER SECURES FIRST HYDES LYTE TAP AT THE ROYAL OAK, FRITHAM, NEW FOREST Hydes Cyder has confirmed the first permanent tap listing of Hydes Lyte, its premium non-alcoholic cider, at The Royal Oak, marking a significant milestone for the Hampshire-based producer as demand for high-quality alcohol-free options continues to accelerate across the hospitality sector. Located in the heart of the New Forest, The Royal Oak is an independent, family-run destination pub known for championing exceptional local food and drink. The installation of Hydes Lyte on tap reflects both the growing consumer appetite for premium non-alcoholic alternatives and the pub’s long-standing commitment to supporting independent regional producers. Hydes Lyte is crafted using the same traditional wild-fermentation process as Hydes’ alcoholic cyder, delivering bright apple character, depth and a clean finish, without the alcohol. Made using English orchard apples and traditional bittersweet varieties, Hydes Cyder is naturally gluten-free, vegan-friendly and free from artificial ingredients. During recent renovations, The Royal Oak installed a new font dedicated exclusively to alcohol-free and local products. The addition of this tap line allows the pub to respond directly to increasing customer demand for high-quality non-alcoholic options while maintaining its strong commitment to supporting independent regional producers. hydescyder.com Select Group & Accor to Launch Mövenpick Hampshire in the UK Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, is set to introduce Mövenpick along with Select Group. The 194-room resort will bring the brand’s characterful hospitality to the Old Thorns Estate in Hampshire. Mövenpick Hampshire – Old Thorns will offer a championship-level golf course, conference and meeting space, four restaurants, a wellness centre and spa, plus a ballroom accommodating over 500 guests. movenpick.com THE HODDINGTON ARMS REOPENS IN HAMPSHIRE Award-winning, Grade II-listed country pub The Hoddington Arms, located in Upton Grey, has reopened, unveiling refreshed interiors. The Hodd family welcomes guests back to enjoy the full experience of exceptional food, warm hospitality, and the opportunity to stay overnight. Visitors can expect a space that feels familiar and beautifully renewed. Rather than launching new seasonal menus, the focus is on pub classics and the same commitment to local, seasonal sourcing that has secured The Hoddington Arms a place in the Michelin Guide and The Good Food Guide every year. With five individually designed boutique rooms, Nest, Burrow, Den, Hive, and Coop, guests can turn a visit into a countryside escape. Prices start from £190 per room with a £30 allowance per person for dinner, breakfast and an overnight stay included (until August 2026). hoddingtonarms.co.uk 14
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