13th June 2026

The Yurt: One Year On, My Recommendation Remains the Same – Make Sure You Visit

By Ruth Hawkins of BHO LLP, B4’s Official Reviewer Last year, I visited The Yurt at Nicholsons with Beth and came away thoroughly impressed....
16th April 2026

Blenheim Palace Innovation Team named in prestigious Artificial Intelligence Leadership Index

Two of Blenheim Palace Heritage Foundation’s Innovation Team have been named in a prestigious list of the Top 25 Artificial Intelligence (AI) leaders in...
12th February 2026

Burns Night Brings Whisky, Wit and Community Spirit to Holiday Inn Oxford

Business leaders, guests and friends of B4 gathered at the Holiday Inn Oxford for another unforgettable Burns Night celebration, hosted with trademark warmth and...
15th December 2025

University of Oxford Vice Chancellor’s Christmas Drinks: A Celebration of Community, Collaboration and Oxfordshire’s Strength

Sincere thanks to Professor Irene Tracey, Vice Chancellor of the University of Oxford, and Professor Alex Betts, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (External Engagement, Sport, and Community, for...
11th December 2025

Blenheim Palace unveils major ‘Blueprints of Power’ exhibition

Blenheim Palace unveils major ‘Blueprints of Power’ exhibition available to groups, marking 300-year anniversary of its architect Sir John Vanbrugh 
26th September 2025

Celebrate the Season in Five-Star Style at The Randolph Hotel

With stunning interiors and rich history, our hotel makes the perfect backdrop for celebrations of all sizes and styles.
10th September 2025

Leaders Lunch at RH England

Last week, B4 had the pleasure of hosting a private event for nine guests at one of Oxfordshire’s most remarkable destinations – RH England,...
9th August 2025

B4 and Rhodes House Extend Partnership for Three More Years

B4, Oxfordshire’s leading business network, is proud to announce a renewed three-year partnership with the iconic Rhodes House, home to the world-renowned Rhodes Trust.
4th August 2025

Silverstone Museum renews B4 Platinum Membership

Silverstone Museum is pleased to announce the renewal of its membership with B4, a renowned business network dedicated to fostering collaboration, innovation, and community...
6th June 2025

The Yurt at Nicholsons

My colleague, Beth Hancock, and I visited this idyllic corner of north Oxfordshire earlier this week. Nestled just between Woodstock and Chipping Norton on...
29th April 2025

A Magical Day in Paradise

St George’s Day was spent by forty lucky B4 Members in the picturesque grounds and private dining room at Belmond Le Manoir to celebrate...
18th April 2025

Elevated private hire and corporate events with Blenheim Palace featuring all-new limited time only 2025 experiences 

All-new experiences to elevate events including a Rooftop View with private tours New preferable corporate rates  Proceeds from private hire and corporate events go directly towards...
18th April 2025

Rosara at Nicholsons

Over the past few months, the Nicholsons Green Team has been working hard to make some changes to our North Aston site.
17th April 2025

B4 Reviews – with Ruth Hawkins

Richard has recently asked me to find and lead a small team of reviewers from the B4 community, so over the next few weeks...
30th March 2025

B4 Members enjoy the company of a living legend of the entertainment industry

In December at Keble College, Peter Bennett-Jones, representing the Lord-Lieutenant as one of her Deputy Lieutenants, officially endorsed Raise’24. As an established television and...
2nd March 2025

B4 Members Lunch at Hilton Garden Inn Abingdon

B4 Members and invited guests enjoyed a wonderful lunch at Hilton Garden Inn Abingdon with Director of Cluster Sales, Keeley Dennyschene, hosting and Abingdon...
1st September 2024

The Randolph Hotel Joins Hilton Honors; Now Accepting Reservations via Hilton Booking Channels

The Randolph Hotel, located in the historic centre of Oxford, joins Hilton Honors, following the recent acquisition of the university-anchored Graduate Hotels brand by...
29th August 2024

Oxford events business rebrands in response to changing society

An Oxford based events business has re-branded – after its name was considered to have fallen behind the times. 
4th March 2024

CELEBRATE MOTHER’S DAY AT HAWKWELL HOUSE

Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel has launched a special Sunday lunch menu to help families celebrate Mother’s Day in style.
8th February 2024

MERCURE OXFORD HAWKWELL HOUSE HOTEL APPOINTS NEW GENERAL MANAGER 

Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel has appointed a new General Manager to lead the 77-bed boutique venue.
25th October 2023

Hawkwell House Hotel – the ultimate Christmas party location

Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House has launched its corporate Christmas party packages for the business community.
18th October 2023

The Orangery Restaurant is reopening

The newly refurbished Orangery Restaurant is reopening in October
20th September 2023

Green light for Oxford North’s next three advanced R&D lab buildings totalling 458k sq ft

Detailed designs for three new, prestigious laboratory and office buildings which total 458,100 sq ft (42,549 sq m) and will be built as phase...
10th July 2023

HAWKWELL HOUSE RAISES A GLASS TO 50 YEARS OF MERCURE HOTELS WITH THE OXFORD ARTISAN DISTILLERY COLLABORATION

Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel is one of a select number of hotels chosen to take part in the 50th anniversary celebrations.
19th June 2023

A LOOK INSIDE MERCURE OXFORD HAWKWELL HOUSE HOTEL’S CONFERENCE AND EVENT SPACE

Hawkwell House Hotel in Iffley is showcasing its meeting and event spaces to encourage local businesses to consider it for their next event.
20th April 2023

Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel Appoints New Wedding Planner

Hawkwell House Hotel has appointed a new wedding planner to help put the venue on the map as the ultimate destination to host bespoke...
13th March 2023

Midweek Stay at the Kings Head, Cirencester

We made the, just short of, one hour trip to Cirencester from Oxford as the sun was setting and the light fading fast. On...
22nd February 2023

LOOK INSIDE MERCURE OXFORD HAWKWELL HOUSE HOTEL’S £3.5 MILLION REFURBISHMENT

Oxford’s best kept secret, Hawkwell House, has been transformed into a stunning boutique hotel following a £3.5 million refurbishment.
25th April 2022

OXFORD TOWN HALL CAFÉ NOW OPEN

A New Retreat in the Heart of the City Leading local caterers Elegant Cuisine have reopened the Oxford Town Hall Café in the newly...
18th March 2022

City of Oxford College hosts a cooking masterclass by Parsonage Grill’s Head Chef

Earlier this week, City of Oxford College hosted a poultry masterclass for the Professional Culinary Arts Level 2 students at the city-centre campus, led...
5th January 2022

Belmond Le Manoir Quat’Saisons Awarded ‘Gourmet Getaways’ in PetsPyjamas’ Dog-Friendly Travel Awards

With a brand new year of possible adventures ahead, leading dog-friendly holiday company since 2014, PetsPyjamas, reveals the winners of their Dog-Friendly Travel Awards,...
24th November 2021

Oxford Town Hall appoints new sole catering partner

Oxford Town Hall are delighted to announce the appointment of Elegant Cuisine as their new sole caterer. Elegant Cuisine are one of Oxfordshire’s leading...
24th November 2021

Oxford Town Hall welcomes new Events Coordinator

Oxford Town Hall are delighted to welcome our new Events Coordinator who will be working with the Sales & Events Team. Marissa joined the...
18th November 2021

Major Local Growth Fund project will play critical role in supporting hospitality sector and its pipeline of future talent

The Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership has announced the opening of the hospitality and catering facilities at Activate Learning’s City of Oxford College, with £2.17million...
22nd October 2021

The African Art Series “Luminosity” Dazzles at Bvlgari Hotel London

The African Art Series is celebrating its incredibly successful art event during Black History Month. The contemporary African art pop up dazzled over three...
13th October 2021

Neds Noodle Bar, Westgate, scoops Best Takeaway of the Year Award

Neds Noodle Bar, Westgate Centre, Oxford has been recognised for their amazing noodle dishes and contribution to the UK hospitality industry at a glittering...
12th October 2021

Experience Oxfordshire MP roundtable reflects on the impact of Covid and the challenges faced for tourism recovery across the region

Last Friday, Hayley Beer-Gamage, CEO of Experience Oxfordshire hosted an MP roundtable with Robert Courts, Conservative MP for Witney and West Oxfordshire and Anneliese...
4th October 2021

Tewkesbury Park Introduces New Hybrid Conferencing Package

According to Bloomberg who surveyed 2,000 UK companies, most are going to allow employees more flexibility on where and when they do their jobs....
4th October 2021

October Happenings

What’s on at Thyme? Seasonal masterclasses, talks, events and exhibitions͏‌
4th October 2021

La Manga Golf Experience with Soccer Saturday Legends

Nestled in the grounds of the Calblanque Natural Park, the 5 star hotel Príncipe Felipe is perhaps the jewel of the 1,400 acre La...
4th October 2021

The Good Hotel Guide reveals its 10 César award winners for 2022

As Brits fall in love with travelling in their own country again, The Good Hotel Guide 2022: Great Britain & Ireland (goodhotelguide.com), published on...
1st October 2021

Book a mid-week break from £486 – escape with friends and family

Don’t we all need some time to relax? Book a November stay at our beautiful estates Silverlake (Dorset) or Lower Mill (The Cotswolds) and...
1st October 2021

Autumn greetings to you all

In my opinion, late September and October, has to be the best time of year. Leaves are on the turn and we can still...
24th September 2021

Five rural businesses we admire

Land Business Insights: The Estate of the Future is the second in a series of in-depth research reports exploring the most important issues currently...
23rd September 2021

The Food and Drink Federation Announces Winners of Awards 2021

The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) Awards 2021, which took place last night at The Royal Lancaster in London, brought together over 500 guests...
3rd June 2021

Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel to open June 2021

New historic hotel to open in the birthplace of explorer Francis Howard Bickerton with interiors inspired by the Oxford shirt and brogue.
16th April 2021

Appetite for instruction: Hard Rock Cafe Launches Hard Rock @ Home

Hard Rock Cafe® invites you to eat like a rock star with the historic launch of Hard Rock @Home
9th April 2021

Al-Fresco dining and live music returns to Hard Rock Cafe London and Piccadilly Circus!

Live & unplugged sets every week at Hard Rock Cafe’s iconic London restaurants.
15th March 2021

Oxford School of Hospitality Management listed as top in the UK

The Oxford School of Hospitality Management, part of Oxford Brookes Business School, is the only UK hospitality school listed in the top ten Best...
2nd March 2021

Latest News from Conference Oxford

Welcome to our Spring 2021 Newsletter. What a difference a day makes! Following the eagerly awaited announcement from the Government on 22nd of February,...
16th February 2021

Selling Savvy launches programme for hotels and venues that are surviving on junior sales teams

Selling Savvy has launched a comprehensive online learning programme specifically for venues and hotels who want to upskill their junior sales and event coordinators...
28th January 2019

Mollie’s Motel & Dinner opens in Oxfordshire

Mollie’s Motel & Diner, part of Quentin Restaurants and Soho House & Co, is set to open its doors and welcome guests in Buckland, Oxfordshire...