tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26193286447666843542012-01-10T14:33:50.145ZThe Belmont Hotel is an independently owned and run 75 bedroom hotel situated on leafy New Walk, walking distance to Leicester city centre. Enjoy great service, delicious food and a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.comBlogger1021100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-609923891227481382012-01-09T09:04:00.001Z2012-01-10T14:33:50.150Z

Hi there, we're pleased to announce all is back to normal with our phone system! Apologies again if you've been struggling to get through.

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0Leicester LE1 7GR, UK52.62854480000001 -1.123796299999980952.628179800000005 -1.124572299999981 52.62890980000001 -1.1230202999999808tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-76316227782195980422011-12-15T09:32:00.001Z2011-12-15T09:33:14.356Z

As the pictures show our 1930's Christmas is going in fine style! Our guests are looking ever so glamorous and I think it's fair to say the team look the part too!                                                                     Gangsters and Dames!                 So if you're in the mood to warm up, come and join us for Mulled wine, mince pies or maybe even a delcious cocktail!

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Not sure if you were walking down the New Walk this morning, but if you were you might have been greeted by Alison & Caroline, dispensing free coffee & mince pies and checking if anyone had any last minute Christmas party requirements..?We don't have much space left but by all means give us a call if you're still trying to organise something and we'll do our best to fit you in!

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Ok so we're always trying to improve what we do, and in an effort to make Jamies' bar feel a little more special we're making a few subtle changes. We've taken up the carpet (Thanks Diamond Joinery), Chef Alex is working on an improved menu, and Senior is working with bars manager Tom on an updated wine list. This is what it looks like right now, and all being well you'll be able to enjoy

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This weekend the Leicester Marathon takes place (So if you're a guest or arriving or departing on Sunday morning beware! Some info here) and we're pleased to say that our Director of sales, Alison Coulam, is taking part! Thats right, she's running all 26 miles to support LOROS the Leicestershire hospice, and all the team at the Belmont are very proud of her, so.... Good Luck Alison!

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Congratulations to Charles Rycko, Reception Manager at the Belmont, who has successfully completed his NVQ Level 3 in hospitality supervision & leadership. He is pictured with June Norris from Brooksby and Melton college who delievers NVQ & apprenticeship courses to the Belmont team.Charles said, "I have really enjoyed the course and am very proud to have completed it, my parents were so pleased

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We held our 3rd Pudding club last night, which was enjoyed thouroughly by all our guests. If the wine, main course, Chefs demonstration, coffee and hand made petit fours weren't enough the host of delicious puddings certainly put smiles on faces, particularly when followed up by home made Spotted dick with custard! Head Chef Alex prepping the puds Our lovely guests enjoying the pudding quiz

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Wedding showcase 11-2pm today! (Sun18th Sept 2011) Photos so fresh off the press that our wedding showcase is still going on! We have key suppliers exhibiting, you can have a show round of our facilities, and even enjoy the wedding fashion show! Hope you like the pics! You can contact our events team to talk about your wedding via email: carolineh@belmonthotel.co.uk or call the hotel

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                                                          Ooooohhh! New rooms! Thats right, the boys from maintenance, alongside our faithful contractors, have been very busy all through August, and now they're done. As you will tell I am not a professional when it comes to photography! But hopefully these pics can give you a taste of our 4 newest rooms.

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So it's that time again and our maintenance team, supported by local contractors, are busy refurbishing another 4 bedrooms... No, it's not a new waterslide.... So if you ever wondered what a bathroom looked like with out the bathroom... Or a bedroom... and here's maintenance manager Julian, with Jason from his team, and Ben King our electrical contractor- all of whom have a bit of work to do

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Just thought I would share a couple of pics of our hanging baskets which are coming on rather well, just in time for summer! Hope you like them as much as we do, and if you like these you might like a visit to this place: http://www2.le.ac.uk/institution/botanic-garden while you're visiting. We look forward to welcoming you!

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Here are members of our Green Team showing off our latest improvements - We now have mixed waste recycling - which consolidates several things we were recycling before and adds new items to the list of things we are able to recycle. Also we now send food waste to a plant where it is processed, electricity is harvested from the gasses released, then two types of fertilser are produced! How green

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Please join us for The Belmont Hotel pudding club! This is a fun event which will be held on Friday 15 July 2011 at 7.00 p.m. at The Belmont.

 Relax over a glass of wine or a soft drink, enjoy a savoury starter and then taste an array of delicious Belmont puddings! Our Chef will demonstrate how you replicate one of them in your own home, so you can leave with new skills too! £18.95 per person

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We've had a great day here with the launch of our Christmas campaign for 2011.  This year we're doing a Christmas 1930s style - glamorous, sophisticated and above all, fun!  The staff dressed the part for a little lunchtime gathering as you'll see from the photo.  For full details visit the Christmas page of our website www.belmonthotel.co.uk/christmas.html where you can read all about it and

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So, here we are at The Statler Hotel, Cornell University in New York State- and why I hear you ask? Well it's to attend the General Managers Program to develop managers into strategic thinkers! So far we've discussed Strategy, and how we could improve it at the Belmont- to the benefit of our guests, team and even shareholders! And ethical leadership, which is of course something we already take

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So this year at Christmas the Belmont is stepping back in time, to when the Bowie family bought the hotel.  You can book an intimate dinner for just a few, a group to one of our party nights or a meal in our restaurant. The team will make the 1930s come alive and you can enjoy great food in great company. Our new brochure is out and available so contact us if you would like to receive one or

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We've been busy on yet another photoshoot here at the hotel, and this time it's in preparation for our next wedding brochure. We though you might like to see some of the pictures!                                                                         Delicious Smoked Salmon, prepared by head Chef Alex Ballard                                                             Wedding guests enjoying

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This was in my tray today from some recent newlyweds who picked the Belmont! All we can say is that it was our pleasure! If you would like more information about weddings at the Belmont please email hilaryl@belmonthotel.co.uk

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A feast of the senses awaits at our Italian evening. Hosted by Mike Taylor & Francesco Chiorri of Colsanti Wines, our guests will enjoy a six course Italian banquet created by guest Italian chef Max Faraone and our own head chef Alex Ballard. Win maker Francesco Chiorri will introduce each of his own Umbrian wines throughout the meal so that guests understand precisely why he has chosen to marry

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So I thought I'd share with you the results of our guest feedback forms for March 2011, every room in the hotel has one and the operations team review them weekly at the head of departments meeting. This months results are pretty positive:        Reception           95.4% Good or Excellent        Accomodation    93.9% Good or Excellent        Jamies Bar          91.1% Good or Excellent       

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So over the last year or so some of you may have been wondering why you couldn't find the Belmont on Google Maps? Well somewhere along the way we were separated from our original listing (nothing to do with any competitors fiddling I'm sure....) and when you want to make updates to Google you have to use an automated system which generates codes that are posted to you. Just so you know we don't

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If you're wondering how important warm and friendly service is to us here at the Belmont I can share with you comments from a hand written note passed to my reception today by a lady who joined us for a cup of tea... "a very pleasant interlude. Everyone so kind and curteous. Many thanks " Thats the kind of thing that really makes us smile, and we hope it's a good example of the service you'll

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This Sunday, 6th March, you can join us for our wedding showcase. A chance to view the Belmont if you're thinking about your most special day. We will be joined by a few key suppliers for you to get help and advice with planning for your wedding. The day starts at 11am and runs through until 2.30pm. We will be joined by: Aphrodite - Disco Penny's Florist Sky's the limit - Chair covers and

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As a small thank you to the team the management took (almost) everyone bowlingIt was a fun night, with victory for Liam and David - Highest socrers in each of our two games                                                     As you can see they're a shy bunch.... and some were a bit sleepy....(after busy shifts of course) Some took the competition quite seriously! and others just wanted to

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So more new stuff for 2011!Head Chef David has been busy re-vamping our conference and events menu, and today we hosted an invite only client event for guests to sample some of whats on offer from Davids team. Hope you like the pics! It's making me hungry just looking at them.... ...deeelicious! If you'd like more information about booking an event at the Belmont you can: talk to Claire on 0116

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Well we're working hard to start positively in 2011! And we can't start much more positively than with 3 new refurbished bedrooms! We know that we're not there yet and still have more traditional rooms to do but we hope you'll like this set, and we plan for more in 2011 as soon as we can afford them! So, hope the pics are ok, and not too wobbly! and why not let us know what you think? We're

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So here we are at the newly refurbished Savoy, and yes it's very grand! Here to attend the Master Innholders conference where we find out what's hot and what's not in the hospitality industry for 2011! With the aim of using that info to make the Belmont even better!

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Leicester Comedy Festival celebrates its 18th Birthday (Happy Birthday!) this year, and yet again is delivering a fantastic line up. The Belmont is a proud sponsor of the event and is the location for several of the shows. It takes place between the 4th and 20th of Feb 2011 and consists of over 350 shows. You can enjoy Comedy & Curry with us and Find Out More about the festival itself. We look

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One of the great things about Christmas is the opportunity to do some entertaining and combine a bit of practical business! The day that the snow fell so heavily in Leicester and Leicestershire (wednesday 22nd) coincided with the planned wine tasting and lunch at the Hotel. I am delighted to say only one guest was unable to make it, being snowed in in his county retreat! Fourteen other guests,

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Visit England presenting their future strategy for developing tourism in the UK, where did they choose to host the meeting? At the Belmont of course!We look forward to welcoming you.

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Dinner for 170? No problem, just another day for the team at the Belmont. Head Chef David has it all under control!

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Operations Manager James Bowie, of the Belmont Hotel, has been awarded a prestigious industry scholarship. James won the award after a two part application for a place on the Master Innholders scholarship scheme. Each year deserving candidates are awarded places on courses at the international hotel school, Lausanne, Switzerland, Cranfield management school in the UK and to Cornell university in

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Feeling a bit left out in the cold...? Why not join us and warm up with a glass of mulled wine and a delicious mince pie from Jamies' Bar. It's feeling pretty festive in there, so those of you who are braving the arctic conditions will have the perfect place to recover, relax and get back into the Christmas spirit! We look forward to welcoming you.

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That's right, here at the Belmont great service is very important to us, pictured are some of the Belmont team attending the Hospitality Skills Academy "Customer Service Excellence" course today. Just one more thing to help us deliver great and personal service to our guests at the Belmont. We look forward to welcoming you

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Thats right, tonight in Leicester the mighty Tigers take on the best of the southern hemisphere once again. Last year, the guinness premiership champions put South Africa to the sword, but can they do it once again to Australia!? Here at the Belmont we're very excited by this clash of titans of the rugby world, as usual we will have pre match food and drink available, accompanied no doubt by a

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So here she is, the great lady herself, Olive May Bowie, celebrating her 95th birthday in style and at her favourite venue - The Belmont!  Many of our guests from through the years will remember "Olives Bar" named after the great lady (and haunt of many memories for some!) and some may remember her as hostess/chef (and many other roles) at the hotel. Olive and husband Jimmy (Or James senior

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No it's not a delicious dish from the hotel, it's protection for our banana palm for the winter, and pictured is our maintenance manager Julian, putting on it's winter coat! If you'd like to add to your "winter coat" why not join us for fresh coffee and pastries, or come and sample our delicious restaurant menu. We look forward to welcoming you

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So, the big bike ride is all over, and so far we have raised over £1000 for our two wonderful Leicester  charities LOROS and PROSTAID,but there's still time for you to support them by clicking the link,http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/fundraiser-web/fundraiser/showFundraiserProfilePage.action?userUrl=JamesBowie   remember you are supporting wonderful people who do some very special work!

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Pictured are Alison and Roxy (Director of sales and events manager respectively) from the Belmont, they have been busy on New Walk this morning handing out coffee and mince pies! All in the spirit of reminding everyone what a good destination the Belmont is for your Christmas party! If you would like more information about what's available at the Belmont over the festive period you can email

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30 miles down and more than 40 to go due to slight detour! All good so far and all for a very good cause!

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Thats right, here at the Belmont we're raising more money for great causes, and this time it's through a 70 mile bike ride. Father and Son & MD and Operations manager of the Belmont James Bowie (Both!) are travelling through 8 counties in one day! We would love your support to raise money for two fantastic Leicester based charities LOROS (The Leicsetershire hospice) and PROSTAID, a charity set up

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Here they are, the fabulous management team at the Belmont Celebrating on the night of the Enjoy England Excellence Awards - Where, on the first year of entering we won the Bronze award for Large Hotel of the year! The awards aim to recognise customer service excellence in the tourism industry, and the team are very proud! Although it's fair to say they are already thinking about adding to the

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We just thought we would share with you the success of last weeks fashion show, proudly supported by The Belmont and in aid of Marie Curie Cancer Care. The lovely ladies worked their magic and delivered a wonderful evening, and along the way raised £1000 for a fantastic cause. All at the Belmont are very proud to have supported Marie Curie Cancer Care.

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So I have a delcious dish from David (Our head Chef) for you to enjoy: Rosemary Polenta - You will need: Polenta 100g Rosemary Garlic 1 x clove Shallot 1x finely diced Parmesan Water ½ litre 3 bone rack of lamb 1 x clove crushed garlic Fresh mayonnaise Basil – blanch & blend with mayonnaise Puff pastry lattice Roquette 1x bunch Boil water, add garlic shallot and polenta, stir well until

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Calling all fashion fans, next Thursday night (7th October 2010) the Belmont hotel will play host to a fabulous fashion show, styled by Francesca of Kibworth. The doors will open at 7pm and the show will start at 7.30 in our Rose suite. You can join this fabulous event, and support Marie Curie Cancer Care in the process. Tickets are available from Sally priced at £6 - 0116 288 5276 - But hurry as

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Well the training is going steady, and I managed a healthy 25 miles last weekend, bit of a gap between that and 70 but never mind! The wonderful chaps at Prostaid have set up our Virgin Money page so there's more info on the fantastic causes your money will support and what James senior and I are doing you just have to Click Here!

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Feel the burn! So I finally have a bike and have been out for a couple of (short) training sessions this weekend. JB snr meanwhile has done another 20 miler... something tells me I'm in trouble here! It's all for a worthwhile cause though supporting Loros, the leicester hospice, and prostaid set up to provide after care to Leicestershire men suffering the after effects of prostate cancer. Hope to

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As part of the Thomas May Executive Quest and in aid of Prostaid & Loros, two generations of the Bowie family are getting on their bikes! Thats right both James senior and junior are doning their cycling shorts in aid of two very worthwhile causes. We're planning to cover 8 counties in a day (Approx 69 miles) and no we wont be on a tandem! If you would like to see the route we plan to cover you

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Thats right this Saturday Leicester Tigers Roar back into action at Welford Road! They take on newly promoted Exeter Chiefs (Recent Gloucester conquerors!) and kick off is scheduled for 5.30 pm. The Belmont plays host to a wonderful wedding tomorrow, but Tigers fans can enjoy bangers & mash, baguettes banter and a few beers in our May room. Food will be available between 3-5 pm Come on you

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Just reading through our guest feedback forms for this week, and I was very pleased to read the reason for one couple's stay- "I heard it was the best hotel in leicester" and the other comments "Everyone has been wonderful" & "We will definitely come back" Well done team & thank you Brian for your comments! We review feedback forms weekly in our heads of department meeting (Unless the comments

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Ok so we know you like good food! But how's this? 3 courses from our lunch and dinner menu for just £15.95! And I hope you can see by the pics that this is good food! Head Chef David and his team are offering some real treats and at great value, if you'd like to join us for dinner you can book online or give us a call on 0116 254 4773 Please excuse the amateur photography! We look forward to

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-29266377356189241522010-08-31T14:47:00.000+01:002010-08-31T14:47:25.017+01:00

It's the time of year where the boys get out and about with some exterior building maintenance and this year they have a pretty serious piece of kit to do the job! This monster lift has revolutionised many jobs for the team, that had become too dangerous to carry out using traditional methods. The boys can now work in safety to protect and preserve the wonderful buildings that make up the Belmont.

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-68918716631452548422010-08-23T11:22:00.000+01:002010-08-23T11:22:55.035+01:00

As you know we're a resourceful bunch at the Belmont, and on this occasion it's Front of House Manager Steve who's really impressed! Like the pond? so do we as it's made great use of a recycled bath from a Belmont bedroom. Great work Steve!

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-15987602280388700562010-08-23T08:54:00.000+01:002010-08-23T08:54:29.683+01:00

Who says the World Cup is over!So if you ever wondered what some of the team from the Belmont get up to when they are away from the hotel here's the answer! Pictured are some of the guys from the hotel who meet up regularly for a game, the guys all work hard at the hotel and play hard when they're away from work. We all look forward to welcoming you to the hotel.

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-65221334228792737802010-08-17T17:33:00.001+01:002010-08-17T18:08:33.361+01:00

Pictured is Sammy Harris, the latest member of our team to pass her NVQ!  Sammy has passsed NVQ2 in Mixed Skills Hospitality, and is now able to move between departments and multi-skill, which is very good for the hotel, and good for Sammy as she has more confidence and experience.Well done Sammy!

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-38507695849989552972010-08-06T18:41:00.000+01:002010-08-06T18:41:51.747+01:00

Thats right, this weekend the city plays host to the magnifficent Carribean Carnival! The procession will take place down London road between 1-3pm so you need to travel to the hotel either side of this. For more details of this fantastic event Click Here

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Friday 10 September 2010 Gourmet South African themed dining experience. Each course is matched with an appropriate wine, as our expert Ian Stubbings, from House of Townend will explain. A sumptuous themed dinner with a delicious menu as follows:- Biltong with fruit chutney or crayfish salad Rainbow nation sorbet Panfried ostrich medallions with yam salad or Geemorde snoek, both served with a

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-12438487613770995062010-07-09T16:27:00.000+01:002010-07-09T16:27:09.117+01:00

Many congratulations to all the students who will graduate from Leicester and De Montfort Universities over the next two weeks (Especially to those who have done time moonlighting at the Belmont!). We have delicious dining available in Cherries Restaurant for your celebrations, and some great rates on accomodation if your looking for somewhere to stay during your visit. We look forward to

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-49510878148219300722010-07-07T14:30:00.001+01:002010-07-07T14:36:30.158+01:00

The Belmont is one of the finalists for this years Enjoy England Excellence Awards! In the category of Large Hotel of the year The Belmont fought off stiff competition to win a place as one of the finalists! A big well done to the team for winning recognition for all our hard work, and especially to Roxy who grafted for hours compiling our comprehensive application. The final awards ceremony

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-67501384209419621472010-06-28T11:53:00.000+01:002010-06-28T11:53:28.944+01:00

Well it's Hot Hot Hot! this week, so why not cool off in Jamies bar with a refreshing cocktail, or you could kick back and watch wimbledon with a jug of pimms! Prefer to bake? Well why not relax on our terrace and soak up the sun in the calm surroundings of New Walk. We look forward to welcoming you.

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-86363452798130367552010-06-24T12:37:00.000+01:002010-06-24T12:37:31.528+01:00

Thats right, despite the baking hot weather this week we're celebrating Christmas 2010 with the launch of our new brochure! If you're looking for private dining, lively parties, Chirstmas lunch, or to celebrate New Years Eve at our Diamonds & Champagne night you can download our brochure from the website, or alternatively you can contact us for a discussion of your requirements. Whatever you're

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-57502877475418958622010-06-16T16:06:00.000+01:002010-06-16T16:06:39.702+01:00

Fathers day this Sunday, and here at the Belmont that means live jazz. We have a delicious sunday lunch available accompanied by the soothing sounds of the Andy Nicholls trio, all for just £21.95 you can call us now to book, we look forward to welcoming you. 0116 2544773

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-72457142793051096612010-06-14T11:55:00.000+01:002010-06-14T11:55:38.963+01:00

The Big Session festival takes off in Leicester this weekend at De Montfort Hall with Cara Dillon, Stornaway and the Proclaimers just some of the acts on offer. You can also try some wines at the Barefoot Wines Pagoda whilst enjoying all the delights of the festival.

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-39882512994506050332010-05-25T10:54:00.000+01:002010-05-25T10:54:10.197+01:00

Thats right, the team at the Belmont are full of them, and this one is green too! Pictured is Julian (Our maintenance manager) and his team handing over our used tube lightbulbs to be recycled by SRM Electrical. SRM are another independant business in the city, and even better this service is free!

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-57385915054669573102010-05-20T16:27:00.000+01:002010-05-20T16:27:03.365+01:00

Thats right 3 months have passed and our next set of customer service awards have taken place, once again all worthy nominations for the awards, but the winners went the extra mile. Sam, who works in our restaurant and in banqueting at the hotel, won for not only being "lovely & polite" but also for being flexible and helping the housekeeping team out on a really busy day! Great work Sam Next on

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-80760392536666394402010-05-07T18:24:00.000+01:002010-05-07T18:24:44.037+01:00

Thats right, tomorrow Tigers take on Saracens for the last Guinness premiership league game, (Info on the final) we'll have our Tigers menu available in Jamie's bar as usual, and you'll have the chance to vent your frustrations at a rather indecisive outcome this week (once you arrive at the ground of course!). In other news a guest feedback form handed to me today stated "I have noticed great

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-78338396733469828072010-05-05T09:27:00.000+01:002010-05-05T09:27:53.788+01:00

Well here at the Belmont we like to do our bit for the environment, and when I say "we" in particular I mean Julian, our maintenance manager. Attached is a picture of his green house built on the end of his allotment. The green house has been made with the assistance of some former Belmont shower screens, his shed has some old Belmont doors and out the front he is using some old Belmont baths for

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-20202113133209361922010-04-27T18:57:00.000+01:002010-04-27T18:57:55.844+01:00

So this weekend's Bride & Groom, seem to have gone away pretty happy, when asked if any of our staff deserved a special mention (On our guest feedback forms) they wrote "Roxy & Raj- They gave us a day we'll never forget"! Well done to all the team, and if you're looking for somewhere to host your special day why not contact Roxy for a chat events@belmonthotel.co.uk  We look forward to welcoming

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-38441202664549796912010-04-21T14:07:00.000+01:002010-04-21T14:07:17.166+01:00

Ok so Tigers are back at the top, and we're getting near the end of the season, it's still all to play for! Here at the Belmont you can meet for food, (our Tigers menu) drinks and all the usual pre-match banter. We're just 10 minutes walk from the ground and love our Rugby! (Despite the MDs recent conversion to the Foxes-Turncoat!)  we look forward to welcoming you!

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Dear James A friend and I spend much of our working day in and around the Belmont yesterday, and both of us agreed how charming the staff were, what a great cappuccino you serve, and what a delicious lunch we were treated to. A great place to plot our upcoming business venture, and I'm sure we'll be back for more very soon!

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-45576262261056887302010-04-12T08:42:00.000+01:002010-04-12T08:42:10.984+01:00

So the warmest day of the year so far, and we didn't hang about! The terrace has been out this weekend and we have had people enjoying the warm weather, not quite lazy sunny afternoons just yet but definitely on our way to Summer! We'll keep you posted as the weather improves, as we'd love to get a barbecue or two going this summer, and where better to enjoy the warm summer evenings than watching

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-23548274010879372792010-03-31T15:52:00.000+01:002010-03-31T15:52:19.647+01:00

Well almost "Happy Easter" to all, we hope you have a great Easter break planned (If you're not on it already!) Here at the Belmont as usual we have plenty going on: This Saturday Leicester Tigers take on Bath in the Guinness Premiership KO 3pm. As usual our Tigers menu will be available in the bar for pre match grub and perhaps a few cold ones..? On Easter Sunday we have a hearty 3 course lunch

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-33047849186473880822010-03-29T16:26:00.000+01:002010-03-29T16:26:03.614+01:00

We are always working hard to improve our service at The Belmont hotel, to ensure we are taking care of our guests. We have a mystery guest report every month, check feedback from guests on third party websites like Tripadvisor, and collect feedback on forms we leave in guest bedrooms. It's nice to know we are doing something right! Following is genuine feedback from a guest who stayed with us on

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-43209047913198792402010-03-18T08:24:00.000Z2010-03-18T08:24:54.857Z

In leicester on Easter Sunday? Why not join us at the hotel for lunch, just £19.95 for three courses including an Easter gift! Children will dine for £10. Why not relax, enjoy the day and let us do the work, you can book by emailing events@belmonthotel.co.uk or calling Roxy on 0116 252 9607. We look forward to welcoming you

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Well at the Belmont we know that it's our team that make the difference to your stay, they're the ones who go the extra mile to ensure it's as good as it could be. The management team voted last week, and whilst all our nominated candidates were very worthy, the three winners were very well deserving - Caroline for her adaptability & enthusiasm, Tom for his cellar maintenance and sales skills &

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-37452848285276907032010-03-09T18:10:00.002Z2010-03-14T18:20:29.611Z

Well a few blue sky days and we're all reaching for the sunscreen! It's chilly but bright and that means spring is on its way, here at The Belmont we can't wait because that means lazy afternoons on our terrace! There's a way to go yet though, and you can always warm up in Jamies' Bar with a cappuccino (and maybe a pain au chocolat if you're feeling daring) and a read of the paper. There's a

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-71747210082427366992010-03-02T11:46:00.002Z2010-03-14T18:18:52.015Z

Why not join us to treat Mum for Mothers day, just £19.95 for three courses, and including a treat for Mum! Children are £11 and we look forward to welcoming you! If you would like to book, click here to get in touch.

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-38020152282369508882010-02-19T13:38:00.001Z2010-03-14T18:15:09.609Z

Leicester Tigers take on Gloucester this weekend at Welford Road, and here at the hotel we hope you'll join us for pre match drinks, snacks and banter as usual! Our Tigers menu is available in Jamie's bar Come on Tigers!

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-27292435129988035582010-02-09T13:12:00.004Z2010-02-10T12:59:36.994Z

Here at the Belmont, we can't be doing with Wedding Fairs, with so many companies trying to persuade you they're the best. Instead we have hand picked a small group of preferred companies to be involved in our wedding open day. Several rooms will be set up, including examples for dining and civil ceremonies and you will be able to have a show round of the hotel. We will be joined by Pennys

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-66053305619557221352010-02-08T10:45:00.003Z2010-03-14T18:13:12.439Z

So the first of two new roofs for the hotel is well under way, and the new slates are looking very smart! More importantly they are a bit more watertight than the last ones, so the emergency champagne bucket for the corridor leak should no longer be required! The replacement of water tanks has also gone well, and I would like to apologise to any guests who have noticed various tradesmen and our

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-77672381489181446472010-01-30T18:13:00.002Z2010-02-10T12:58:40.928Z

Once again we are a host venue for the fantastic Leicester Comedy Festival, which kicks off in style on the 5th of February. We have events on almost every day in both Bowie's Bar (winner of the Green Room Award 2009) and in our May Room. To find all our events, visit the Comedy Festival website, and choose Bowies, The May Room or Belmont Hotel from the "Select Venue" drop-down list. We hope

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-80653693246998953082010-01-29T11:49:00.000Z2010-02-10T12:56:43.677Z

Have someone special to treat?! Why not invite them to a delicious dinner at the Belmont Hotel? Our 5 course menu is priced at £29.95 and includes a gift for the ladies, we look forward to welcoming you! Interested?

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-60182452314199456262010-01-29T11:26:00.003Z2010-02-10T12:53:29.838Z

Well where has the month gone? January 2010 is almost over and hasn't it been busy, we've been snow shovelling here at the hotel and salting the front steps like anything. You may also have noticed the scaffolding round some of the hotel buildings, I'm pleased to say progress is going well on the roof replacement (including renewing our water tanks) and that things are all on schedule. Later

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-33982943834844131502010-01-15T15:40:00.003Z2010-02-10T12:39:51.548Z

Good luck to the Leicester Tigers for Saturday's big game, we look forward to welcoming you to the hotel for the usual food, drink, banter and hopefully celebratory drinks afterwards! Come on Tigers!

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-51800457726595149142010-01-08T17:34:00.003Z2010-02-10T12:39:12.457Z

Yes, we will have our Leicester Tigers menu on offer tomorrow in Jamie's Bar so drop in and enjoy a bite to eat, a warming glass of mulled wine and plenty of pre-match banter! It's not exactly a warm welcome for London Wasps, but hopefully the atmosphere (and hot wine) at the Belmont Hotel will keep the frost away! Come on Tigers!

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-88945878749302064192009-12-31T18:31:00.002Z2010-02-10T12:38:24.819Z

Here's to a fantastic positive and prosperous 2010! May all your dreams come true! Well at least some of them, and here's hoping for a fantastic start to a new decade! Happy New Year from all at The Belmont Hotel in Leicester!

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-25918282746572830612009-12-29T13:23:00.004Z2010-02-10T12:37:25.306Z

Not made your mind up about where to see in the new decade? We have limited availability left but if you're quick..! Our Venetian masked ball, with great service and great food should be just right for the arrival of 2010. This Leicester hotel has seen its fair share of New Years parties, so we have the experience you're looking for to make the most of your night. We look forward to welcoming

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-89481396380031363002009-12-22T13:43:00.002Z2010-02-10T12:36:39.388Z

From all of us here at The Belmont Hotel we would like to wish you and yours a very merry Christmas and a happy healthy and prosperous New Year! We look forward to welcoming you over Christmas and into 2010!

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-86444542861129846002009-12-18T16:14:00.002Z2010-02-10T12:36:05.108Z

Due to a late cancellation we have tables available on Christmas Day, if you haven't decided where to go or just want to take the pressure off come to the independent Leicester hotel that has 75 years experience of looking after you! Email events@belmonthotel.co.uk or call 0116 252 9607.

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-16415404490661126462009-12-11T14:19:00.002Z2010-02-10T11:58:12.307Z

From our hotel restaurant wine list: Chablis 1er Cru Montee de Tonerre 2005 Testut A very interesting wine from a small plot sheltered in the lee of a limestone escarpment. Lovely crunchy apple flavours, Chardonnay at its best. This is from the Director's Reserved List, and next time you're in Leicester staying at the hotel, why not try a drop?

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-72568691900915283942009-12-08T17:54:00.004Z2010-02-10T12:35:23.518Z

Georges Gardet 1er Cru Produced from grapes grown predominantly from premier and Grand Cru vineyards, 1/3rd each of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. The blend includes 15% of reserve wines, giving added richness and is aged for a minimum four years before its release. A delicious wine offering great complexity and length. Available from our cellar, we wish you good drinking!

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-48756575309587129682009-12-05T19:10:00.002Z2010-02-10T12:34:13.206Z

Well our series of Christmas parties has kicked off in style and last night all our party goers were straight onto the dance floor! Leicester has rarely seen the like! The hotel team were busy topping up drinks and handing round mince pies, and it looked like a good night was had by all. The hotel has Christmas parties on throughout the month, and due to a late cancellation has some availability

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-47040141816652624022009-11-27T13:05:00.003Z2010-02-10T12:32:24.833Z

Here at the Belmont Hotel, we like to think we're moving forward like the city of Leicester itself. One of the ways we keep our team involved is by rewarding great service to guests by the hotel team. Every quarter our management team nominate staff for the "Pot of Gold", a lucky dip with a selection of prizes. This quarter there were some great nominations and great reasons for them, but out

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-46604724938095846762009-11-25T16:08:00.002Z2010-02-10T12:31:30.099Z

So the Xmas trees have arrived at the hotel, delivered from a local supplier in Leicester. They look great and the boys have been busy potting them, and our accountant (who else!) is busy decorating them! After 75 Christmases in Leicester this is a hotel that likes to enjoy Christmas! We look forward to welcoming you.

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-33140904218765772312009-11-24T12:53:00.002Z2010-02-10T12:30:48.546Z

In the first of a series our Managing Director comments on wines and gives his personal and seasonal recommendation: "Last night I joined some locals in our bar, engaged in casual conversation, I asked how they found the wine and they replied "It's not your best!" so there stood a challenge before me. They had been drinking an Italian Sangiovese, so I offered a glass of South African,

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-47884587099563476652009-11-19T14:12:00.002Z2010-02-10T12:29:23.113Z

Well its coming up for December and the team are bracing themselves for the Christmas rush. The decorations will go out next week to make us look like a winter wonderland (well sort of!). If you've booked a party with us we look forward to welcoming you. You're guaranteed an evening of good service, good food and good company (well it depends who you're bringing!) and if not, give us a call and

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-89589649902026095112009-11-11T11:33:00.001Z2010-02-10T12:26:06.571Z

Well Winter has set in! It's grey and cold out there and the nights have drawn in. But it's still all cosy at The Belmont, drop in and warm up with a cappucino or a hot chocolate, and maybe a slice of cake. Alternatively if you've finshed a long day at work have a look at our cocktail list and settle back in comfort. We look forward to welcoming you.

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-78476616247401987022009-11-09T10:58:00.003Z2010-02-10T12:17:53.492Z

What a match! What a team! Well done to Tigers for toppling the reigning World Champions! It was a fantastic match, and here at The Belmont, the bar was buzzing with opinions of how the team would fair.  Bowie's Bar will be open again this Saturday before the Newport game for food, drink and of course pre-match banter!

Belmont Hotelnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2619328644766684354.post-59963850184166805722009-11-03T16:12:00.006Z2010-02-10T12:15:56.432Z

Well here at the Belmont we're all looking forward to the arrival of the reigning rugby world champions South Africa, to Welford Road. It should be an awesome game, and if you need somewhere to warm up with a pie and a pint before the big match our Tigers Menu will be available in Bowie's Bar. We know you can do it Tigers!

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