A Cheshire hotel which famously welcomed The Beatles in 1963 has been saved from closure following a sale led by Landwood Group, safeguarding 60 jobs.
Forest Hills Hotel in Frodsham – a 58-bedroom hotel and leisure complex set within more than seven acres – was sold out of administration in a deal that ensures the continuation of the long-established business.
Throughout its history, it has hosted a range of well-known performers including The Beatles, Gerry and the Pacemakers, Lulu and Ken Dodd, reflecting its heritage as a prominent entertainment venue.
Landwood Group was appointed to support the joint administrators at DSW Business Recovery in marketing the property and securing a buyer. Following a competitive process, a purchaser was identified for the hotel’s business and assets, ensuring the site remains operational and continues to serve the local community.
James Ashworth, Partner at Landwood Group, said: “Forest Hills is a well-known venue with a strong trading base and clear scope for future investment. We worked closely with the administrators to deliver a swift sale, helping to preserve 60 jobs and maintain continuity at the hotel.
“Encouragingly, we received interest from a range of parties, reflecting confidence in assets that combine established operations with redevelopment potential. It’s great to see a buyer committed to taking the business forward.”
The property, which features a restaurant, conference and banqueting facilities, and a leisure club with swimming pool and spa amenities, has been a fixture in the region for over 120 years. It attracted interest from a range of parties, both as a going concern and for its wider development potential, highlighting continued demand for well-located hospitality assets despite ongoing challenges across the sector.
The site offers significant scope for future investment, with opportunities to enhance the existing operation and explore further development, subject to planning.
The sale marks a positive outcome for the historic site, securing its future after a period of uncertainty and reinforcing investor appetite for quality regional hospitality assets with long-standing trading histories and development potential.
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