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***Newcastle Historian*** · August 18th, 2010, 04:24 PM

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Originally Posted by TownPlanningNE; 17 Aug 2010

Any news on this development? Has it started yet?

Permission given to develop Eagle Star House
August 18th 2010, by Alastair Craig, Evening Chronicle

PIGEONS are set to be evicted from the empty shell of a Tyneside landmark to make way for a luxury hotel.

International developers have now won planning permission for the £20m Hotel Indigo in Newcastle city centre.

And builders are due to start work in January to have the venue finished for a grand opening by Christmas.

The famous Eagle Star House building, in Fenkle Street, was chosen to tap into Newcastle’s growing reputation as a cultural hot-spot.

The Hotel Indigo group – which is part of the world chain InterContinental Hotels – targets some of the greatest cities, and already operates in Shanghai, in China, New York and the Greek capital Athens.

And the new 148-bed, four-star complex, next to the city’s Assembly Rooms, is expected to create 80 jobs for local workers.

The hotel is being developed by Sanguine Hospitality Management Company. The firm’s managing director Nick Taplin said: “We looked at six sites in Newcastle, and the Eagle Star House blew us away. It’s an incredible space.

“The city is such a fantastic place to visit and we feel that we can create a top-class boutique hotel to rival any in the area.

“The quality and friendliness of the people attracted us as well. The standard of service they will offer will be excellent.

“In other areas of the country you have to train staff to be as friendly as the people in Newcastle, but it’s all here for us.

FULL ARTICLE HERE - http://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/north...2703-27086880/

TownPlanningNE · August 18th, 2010, 05:00 PM

Well that was a coincidence!!

Anyway good to hear its going to be started in January. However I thought a Marco Pierre White Brasserie had been confirmed as opening in it? But in the latest article it says...

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Bosses are also hoping to secure a residency from a Michelin-starred chef to run an exclusive brasserie and are in talks with several “celebrities”.

???

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Also do we use "Approved" on the thread titles once planning permission has been granted?

EDIT - Yes, doing it as you wrote this!! (NH)

***Newcastle Historian*** · August 19th, 2010, 10:57 AM

An 'inside view' of the building as it is now, from this mornings (19th August 2010) issue of The Journal . . .

TownPlanningNE · October 4th, 2010, 09:31 PM

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Hotel Indigo signings

Hotel Indigo Newcastle, managed by Sanguine Hospitality Ltd, is due to open in summer 2012. Currently a disused office building, the Hotel Indigo Newcastle will be a 148 room part conversion, part new build hotel located in the heart of the city centre.

Full article here: http://www.hospitalitynet.org/news/1...irport%20hotel

TownPlanningNE · January 3rd, 2011, 11:21 PM

Hotel Indigo Newcastle has now appeared on the official Hotel Indigo website and is now listed as 'coming soon' and gives confirmation of the Marco Pierre restaurant.

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Hotel Indigo Newcstle, located in the heart of the city centre, adjacent to the International Conference and Banqueting Venue The Assembly Rooms.

During the day walk to Newcastle's prime retail area, in the evening after dining on the highest cuisine in the Hotels Marco Pierre restaurant stroll down to the waterfront and then enjoy Newcastle's vibrant nightlife.

It also gives an opening date...

Quote:

OPENING SOON!

The Hotel Indigo Newcastle is opening in 2nd quarter of 2012.

Opening 07/29/2012

http://www.hotelindigo.com/h/d/in/1/...otelCode=NCLIN

***Newcastle Historian*** · June 11th, 2011, 09:51 AM

Marco Pierre White confirmed to open Newcastle restaurant in Hotel Indigo
by Alastair Craig, The Journal, June 11th 2011

REVERED chef Marco Pierre White is set to bring his culinary genius to the North East for the first time.

The fiery former Hell’s Kitchen star has confirmed that his latest eatery will become the focal point of Hotel Indigo Newcastle, the new £14m boutique venue expected to open in Fenkle Street early next year.

Work on the hotel is due to start shortly at the former Eagle Star House building next to the Assembly Rooms.

The Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar and Grill will be the 49-year-old’s first foray into the region.

The 120-seater restaurant will offer a private dining area, bar and lounge in the heart of the city’s hospitality district.

The Journal first revealed that the top chef was in discussions about developing an eaterie as part of the new hotel in February.

With 148 bedrooms planned, the four-star Hotel Indigo will be operated by Sanguine Hospitality Ltd and is expected to create more than 50 full and part-time jobs.

Last night Michelin-starred Marco praised Newcastle’s cultural reputation and has vowed to create one of the city’s best eateries.

He said: "Newcastle is a wonderful city, renowned as a relaxed, friendly destination where people can express themselves. The restaurant aims to reflect that culture by offering somewhere for friends and family to gather in comfortable surroundings and enjoy simple food, cooked perfectly.

Read More - http://www.journallive.co.uk/north-e...#ixzz1Ox3arSCG

inmh88 · July 3rd, 2011, 03:08 AM

Work starts on £14m hotel

Last updated: Fri 1st July, 2011 at 08:52am

Work is underway at a new £14m hotel development in Newcastle city centre.
Denizen Contracts has moved on site at Hotel Indigo Newcastle on Fenkle Street, next to The Assembly Rooms.

Contractors have started work on the refurbishment and fit-out of the four star Hotel Indigo and Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill.
The 40-week build programme involves work on the 148-bedroom hotel, followed by the 5,300 sq ft (500 sq m) restaurant.

The development, which will be operated by Sanguine Hospitality, takes advantage of the Business Premises Renovation Allowance (BPRA). The scheme has been headed up by Downing Corporate Finance.

The hotel from InterContinental Hotels Group is set to open in early 2012. The restaurant will be Marco Pierre White's first venue in the North East.

Read more

Sanguine up and running in Newcastle

Last updated: Fri 1st July, 2011 at 08:53am

Hotel developer and operator Sanguine Hospitality, the group owned by North West entrepreneurs Simon Matthew-Williams and Paul Bolton, has started work on its £14m Hotel Indigo in Newcastle city centre.

Contractors have started work on a 40-week build programme at the Fenkle Street site, which will result in a 148-bedroom hotel and Marco Pierre White steakhouse next to the Assembly Rooms.

The developer said that the hotel has been designed to reflect the neoclassical architecture of the surrounding Grainger Town area.

Features will reflect "Tyneside Classical" architecture including bold, geometric forms, photographic imagery capturing striking architectural features and furniture which takes inspiration from pieces found during neoclassical times.

Twelve rooms will have private balconies overlooking the city.

Read more

I think this thread title can be changed from approved to U/C

Godscrasher · July 3rd, 2011, 10:48 AM

This will give this area of Newcastle a massive boost, which will be nice as it has great potential as an area.

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***Newcastle Historian*** · July 4th, 2011, 06:00 PM

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Originally Posted by inmh88

I think this thread title can be changed from approved to U/C

Done.

Irish Blood English Heart · July 7th, 2011, 11:28 AM

They've just started building a Hotel Indigo yards away from my house in York. Should do wonders for the area round here too, though what the hotel guests will make of all the junkies who hang around outside I don't know!

***Newcastle Historian*** · July 16th, 2011, 02:08 PM

Hotel Indigo Newcastle director
hopes hotel will boost tourism
by Liz Lamb, The Journal, July 16th 2011

THE director of a hotel chain set to open a new £14m boutique hotel believes the venture will boost tourism in the region and create around 60 new jobs.

Nick Taplin, managing director of Sanguine Hospitality, the owner and operator of the new Hotel Indigo Newcastle, was speaking on a visit to the development site in Fenkle Street, in Newcastle city centre.

The hotel chain is linked with InterContinental Hotels Group, a worldwide network of upmarket hotels and resorts. It will feature a restaurant fronted by celebrity chef Marco Pierre White.

“There’s a big gap in Newcastle for this type of hotel and a big gap in the market for the restaurant as well,” said Mr Taplin. “We are going to make a mark in Newcastle and we are going to up the ante.

“The tourism it will bring into the city will be massive. Our link with Intercontinental means its customers will be coming to Newcastle and spending money here in the cafes, bars and shops and fans of Marco Pierre White will also be coming to the city to go to his latest restaurant.

“It’s going to be the place to be.” The hotel group will transform the former Eagle Star House building near to the Assembly Rooms.

The Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar and Grill will be a 20-seater restaurant offering a private dining area along with bar and lounge.

The 148-bedroom hotel will also offer hotel suites and feature a rooftop apartment with stunning views over the city.

Mr Taplin is a huge fan of Newcastle and was keen to introduce the Hotel Indigo brand into the city.

Read More - http://www.journallive.co.uk/north-e...#ixzz1SGkHwkOE

kieron79 · July 16th, 2011, 03:38 PM

20 seater restaurant? Typo surely! Not like the journal

kieron79 · July 16th, 2011, 03:41 PM

Will be interesting to see how this turns out, I used to work there for a couple of years from 2002 when I was at uni.

Steve Ellwood · July 16th, 2011, 05:52 PM

The official Indigo web site is a wee bit optimistic mentioning the fact that it will be open in the Summer of 2011 - http://www.hotelindigo.com/h/d/in/1/...DetailHit=true

However I see they have added this under Hotel Highlights:

OPENING SOON!
The Hotel Indigo New Castle is opening in 2nd quarter of 2012.

Don't you just love the spelling of Newcastle

growly grace · July 16th, 2011, 10:02 PM

I have soft spot for Crawhall spelling as "Newcassel"

Steve Ellwood · August 11th, 2011, 08:41 PM

Took a couple of shots yesterday, 10th August 2011 and work well under way but unfortunately everything currently under wraps.

Ken O'Heed · November 3rd, 2011, 11:37 AM

Former Eagle Star / Zurich House , Fenkle St elevation as taken 31/10/11 approx 9AM

KEN

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Adrian_Swall · November 5th, 2011, 06:28 PM

There hasn't been too much to see at this hotel but the covers are coming off a little to reveal..... Looked in vain for Marco Pierre White though!

The hotel is on Fenkle Street next to the Old Assembly Rooms but over the road is the back of the 02 Academy music venue with a lot of night time activity, tour buses and litter so we shall see if it a popular hotel. More jobs hopefully on the way.

AngerOfTheNorth · November 6th, 2011, 11:51 AM

What on earth is the point of those blue fins..? They may cut out a bit of sun to stop the rooms overheating, but why are they only on some windows and not others?

Not impressed yet...

Adrian_Swall · November 17th, 2011, 10:29 PM

The wraps are now off and blue fins revealed.

The ground floor is still a shell so some way to go.

Pictures from the 16th Nov 2011.

July 3rd, 2011, 10:48 AM	#68
Godscrasher Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Newcastle Posts: 285 Likes (Received): 2	This will give this area of Newcastle a massive boost, which will be nice as it has great potential as an area. . Last edited by Newcastle Historian; July 4th, 2011 at 05:59 PM.

July 16th, 2011, 05:52 PM	#74
Steve Ellwood Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne Posts: 6,501 Likes (Received): 54	The official Indigo web site is a wee bit optimistic mentioning the fact that it will be open in the Summer of 2011 - http://www.hotelindigo.com/h/d/in/1/...DetailHit=true However I see they have added this under Hotel Highlights: OPENING SOON! The Hotel Indigo New Castle is opening in 2nd quarter of 2012. Don't you just love the spelling of Newcastle __________________ Regards Steve Ellwood www.steve-ellwood.org.uk Skype :steve_ellwood

August 11th, 2011, 08:41 PM	#76
Steve Ellwood Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne Posts: 6,501 Likes (Received): 54	Took a couple of shots yesterday, 10th August 2011 and work well under way but unfortunately everything currently under wraps. __________________ Regards Steve Ellwood www.steve-ellwood.org.uk Skype :steve_ellwood

November 3rd, 2011, 11:37 AM	#77
Ken O'Heed Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 2,652 Likes (Received): 39	Eagle Star/Zurich House , Fenkle St, Newcastle - as at 31/10/11 Former Eagle Star / Zurich House , Fenkle St elevation as taken 31/10/11 approx 9AM KEN . Last edited by Newcastle Historian; November 3rd, 2011 at 03:41 PM.

November 17th, 2011, 10:29 PM	#80
Adrian_Swall Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 1,604 Likes (Received): 17	Hotel Indigo - Fenkle Street The wraps are now off and blue fins revealed. The ground floor is still a shell so some way to go. Pictures from the 16th Nov 2011.

August 19th, 2010, 10:57 AM	#63
*Newcastle Historian* Moderator and Archivist Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Newcastle upon Tyne Posts: 15,050 Likes (Received): 63	An 'inside view' of the building as it is now, from this mornings (19th August 2010) issue of The Journal . . .

June 11th, 2011, 09:51 AM	#66
*Newcastle Historian* Moderator and Archivist Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Newcastle upon Tyne Posts: 15,050 Likes (Received): 63	Marco Pierre White confirmed to open Newcastle restaurant in Hotel Indigo by Alastair Craig, The Journal, June 11th 2011 REVERED chef Marco Pierre White is set to bring his culinary genius to the North East for the first time. The fiery former Hell’s Kitchen star has confirmed that his latest eatery will become the focal point of Hotel Indigo Newcastle, the new £14m boutique venue expected to open in Fenkle Street early next year. Work on the hotel is due to start shortly at the former Eagle Star House building next to the Assembly Rooms. The Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar and Grill will be the 49-year-old’s first foray into the region. The 120-seater restaurant will offer a private dining area, bar and lounge in the heart of the city’s hospitality district. The Journal first revealed that the top chef was in discussions about developing an eaterie as part of the new hotel in February. With 148 bedrooms planned, the four-star Hotel Indigo will be operated by Sanguine Hospitality Ltd and is expected to create more than 50 full and part-time jobs. Last night Michelin-starred Marco praised Newcastle’s cultural reputation and has vowed to create one of the city’s best eateries. He said: "Newcastle is a wonderful city, renowned as a relaxed, friendly destination where people can express themselves. The restaurant aims to reflect that culture by offering somewhere for friends and family to gather in comfortable surroundings and enjoy simple food, cooked perfectly. Read More - http://www.journallive.co.uk/north-e...#ixzz1Ox3arSCG

July 3rd, 2011, 03:08 AM	#67
inmh88 Urban Myth Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Newcastle upon Tyne Posts: 371 Likes (Received): 1	Work starts on £14m hotel Last updated: Fri 1st July, 2011 at 08:52am Work is underway at a new £14m hotel development in Newcastle city centre. Denizen Contracts has moved on site at Hotel Indigo Newcastle on Fenkle Street, next to The Assembly Rooms. Contractors have started work on the refurbishment and fit-out of the four star Hotel Indigo and Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill. The 40-week build programme involves work on the 148-bedroom hotel, followed by the 5,300 sq ft (500 sq m) restaurant. The development, which will be operated by Sanguine Hospitality, takes advantage of the Business Premises Renovation Allowance (BPRA). The scheme has been headed up by Downing Corporate Finance. The hotel from InterContinental Hotels Group is set to open in early 2012. The restaurant will be Marco Pierre White's first venue in the North East. Read more Sanguine up and running in Newcastle Last updated: Fri 1st July, 2011 at 08:53am Hotel developer and operator Sanguine Hospitality, the group owned by North West entrepreneurs Simon Matthew-Williams and Paul Bolton, has started work on its £14m Hotel Indigo in Newcastle city centre. Contractors have started work on a 40-week build programme at the Fenkle Street site, which will result in a 148-bedroom hotel and Marco Pierre White steakhouse next to the Assembly Rooms. The developer said that the hotel has been designed to reflect the neoclassical architecture of the surrounding Grainger Town area. Features will reflect "Tyneside Classical" architecture including bold, geometric forms, photographic imagery capturing striking architectural features and furniture which takes inspiration from pieces found during neoclassical times. Twelve rooms will have private balconies overlooking the city. Read more I think this thread title can be changed from approved to U/C

July 7th, 2011, 11:28 AM	#70
Irish Blood English Heart Letting off the happiness Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Wherever I lay my hat Posts: 4,277 Likes (Received): 34	They've just started building a Hotel Indigo yards away from my house in York. Should do wonders for the area round here too, though what the hotel guests will make of all the junkies who hang around outside I don't know!

July 16th, 2011, 02:08 PM	#71
*Newcastle Historian* Moderator and Archivist Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Newcastle upon Tyne Posts: 15,050 Likes (Received): 63	Hotel Indigo Newcastle director hopes hotel will boost tourism by Liz Lamb, The Journal, July 16th 2011 THE director of a hotel chain set to open a new £14m boutique hotel believes the venture will boost tourism in the region and create around 60 new jobs. Nick Taplin, managing director of Sanguine Hospitality, the owner and operator of the new Hotel Indigo Newcastle, was speaking on a visit to the development site in Fenkle Street, in Newcastle city centre. The hotel chain is linked with InterContinental Hotels Group, a worldwide network of upmarket hotels and resorts. It will feature a restaurant fronted by celebrity chef Marco Pierre White. “There’s a big gap in Newcastle for this type of hotel and a big gap in the market for the restaurant as well,” said Mr Taplin. “We are going to make a mark in Newcastle and we are going to up the ante. “The tourism it will bring into the city will be massive. Our link with Intercontinental means its customers will be coming to Newcastle and spending money here in the cafes, bars and shops and fans of Marco Pierre White will also be coming to the city to go to his latest restaurant. “It’s going to be the place to be.” The hotel group will transform the former Eagle Star House building near to the Assembly Rooms. The Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar and Grill will be a 20-seater restaurant offering a private dining area along with bar and lounge. The 148-bedroom hotel will also offer hotel suites and feature a rooftop apartment with stunning views over the city. Mr Taplin is a huge fan of Newcastle and was keen to introduce the Hotel Indigo brand into the city. Read More - http://www.journallive.co.uk/north-e...#ixzz1SGkHwkOE

July 16th, 2011, 03:38 PM	#72
kieron79 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 349 Likes (Received): 0	20 seater restaurant? Typo surely! Not like the journal

July 16th, 2011, 03:41 PM	#73
kieron79 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 349 Likes (Received): 0	Will be interesting to see how this turns out, I used to work there for a couple of years from 2002 when I was at uni.

July 16th, 2011, 10:02 PM	#75
growly grace Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Posts: 1,094 Likes (Received): 18	I have soft spot for Crawhall spelling as "Newcassel"

November 5th, 2011, 06:28 PM	#78
Adrian_Swall Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 1,604 Likes (Received): 17	There hasn't been too much to see at this hotel but the covers are coming off a little to reveal..... Looked in vain for Marco Pierre White though! The hotel is on Fenkle Street next to the Old Assembly Rooms but over the road is the back of the 02 Academy music venue with a lot of night time activity, tour buses and litter so we shall see if it a popular hotel. More jobs hopefully on the way.

November 6th, 2011, 11:51 AM	#79
AngerOfTheNorth Architectural Dogsbody Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Newcastle upon Tyne/London Posts: 2,856 Likes (Received): 6	What on earth is the point of those blue fins..? They may cut out a bit of sun to stop the rooms overheating, but why are they only on some windows and not others? Not impressed yet...

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