Renaissance for historic Kelham?
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE’S historic Kelham Hall is set to reopen after its sudden closure earlier this year left devastated brides-to-be in limbo.
The Grade I-listed landmark, near Newark, will return to business in December after being taken over by a “new and experienced management team”.
Investment, backed by private commercial finance provider A Shade Greener Finance, will help to restore the hall to its former glory after the previous owners fell into liquidation in June.
The Victorian stately home will relaunch with a glitz and glamour theme in the run-up to Christmas, under its new name – The Renaissance at Kelham Hall.
The new management team, which includes local hospitality professional Rachel Bill, has decades of experience in launching brands and opening high-value, established national venues.
Ms Bill, business development manager at Kelham Hall, said: “The new management team, A Shade Greener Finance, and I are delighted to be able to breathe new life into this beautiful and iconic building, as we work together to restore it to its place within the heart of the community.
“As a local resident, I fully appreciate the love and excitement that the community have for the venue, and its grounds, and we look forward to reopening this festive season with our Glitz and Glamour Christmas celebrations.
“Alongside our festive events, which will run throughout December, we also have plans to expand our service offering beyond weddings and events – with further redevelopment due to take place in 2022.”
The business will be recruiting seasonal and full-time employees for a number of roles, including a finance manager and an operational support team. The Renaissance at Kelham Hall’s Christmas celebrations will take place throughout the festive season, and have been designed to bring together family, friends and colleagues who were unable to celebrate last year, for a luxurious evening of fine wines, great food and exciting entertainment.
Nestled in 42 acres of parkland, Kelham Hall was designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott in 1863. The building housed the Society of the Sacred Mission theological college before becoming the former headquarters of Newark and Sherwood District Council. The building was then sold and became a wedding and events venue before its closure earlier this year.
Tickets for the Glitz & Glamour Christmas celebrations are priced £65 per person.