Has ardoe house closed?
The luxury Ardoe House Hotel, which is run by Mercure on the outskirts of Aberdeen, has been plunged into liquidation with the loss of 68 jobs. Bosses said the Covid-19 crisis had proved to be the final straw for the business, which had been struggling for years following the oil and gas downturn.
Is ardoe house hotel open?
“As with all hospitality venues, Ardoe House suffered during the Covid pandemic, however it is with great news that we are now re-opening with the creation of between 40-50 permanent roles.
Who lived at ardoe house?
The estate it was built on was gifted to Arbroath Abbey by Alexander II in 1244. One of the most notable owners of the estate was the Rev. William Guild, who bought Ardoe in 1631. Born in Aberdeen, he was chaplain to King Charles I, and Aberdeen’s Guild Street is named after him.
Who owns ardoe House Aberdeen?
The Ardoe House Hotel & Spa in Aberdeen has been sold for an undisclosed sum. The buyer is MSB Admiral, a UK company set up Malaysian businessmen Wai Hin Choy and Wai Ceong Choy in April 2017 which also owns the Mercure Brandon Hall Hotel and Spa in Warwickshire.
Who owns the ardoe House Hotel?
The 120-bed luxury hotel – owned by Malaysian businessmen Wai Hin Choy and Wai Ceong Choy – will welcome guests back from Monday June 14, with its former manager, Chris Hodgens, reprising his role there.
When was ardoe house built?
1878
Built on land gifted to Arbroath Abbey by Alexander II in 1244, Ardoe House dates from the 19th century and is set in 30 acres of parkland. The son of Aberdeen soap merchant – Alexander “Soapy” Ogston – built the house in 1878. It remained a family home until 1947 when it was converted to a hotel.
Who built ardoe House Aberdeen?
Alexander “Soapy” Ogston
Built on land gifted to Arbroath Abbey by Alexander II in 1244, Ardoe House dates from the 19th century and is set in 30 acres of parkland. The son of Aberdeen soap merchant – Alexander “Soapy” Ogston – built the house in 1878.