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The wraps are coming off the new £2 million state-of-the-art leisure complex at the prestigious Lamphey Court Hotel & Spa in Pembrokeshire. There has been a remarkable transformation at the hotel and spa centre over the last year. It was back in April, 2010, when the old spa at the hotel saw one of the most dramatic fires seen in Pembrokeshire for many years. Six fire engines and 45 firefighters from all over the county were called to tackle 15-metre-high flames bursting through the roof of the leisure facility. The new spa and leisure complex has literally risen like the phoenix from the ashes. “It’s been a dramatic turn-around for the hotel and spa complex and we have managed to achieve it in a relatively short period of time,” said Phil Thomas, general manager at the Lamphey Court Hotel & Spa near Pembroke. “The architects and the builders have worked very hard to create something very special here and we are sure the centre will be a major asset for the tourism industry in ...

The prestigious Lamphey Court Hotel & Spa in Pembrokeshire has appointed a manager for its new £2 million state-of-the-art Spa. Kristal Wright, 26, arrives at the spa with an extensive CV which includes working at The Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire, a Five Star Luxury hotel retreat based in Dogmersfield, Hampshire. “We are looking forward to welcoming Kristal to the hotel and spa next month,” said Phil Thomas, general manager at the Lamphey Court Hotel & Spa near Pembroke. “The Spa is taking shape in more ways than one. We can see the building developing and now we can see the staffing structure taking shape. “Kristal is qualified in a wide variety of spa and beauty treatments and therapies. She is highly-motivated and a good communicator and I’m sure she will prove to be an asset to the team here at the Lamphey Court Hotel & Spa.” The new spa is literally rising like the phoenix from the ashes. It was back in April, 2010, when the old spa at the hotel saw one of the most dra...

Just like a phoenix rising from the ashes, a new £2 million state-of-the-art spa centre is taking shape at the prestigious Lamphey Court Hotel in Pembrokeshire. It was back in April, 2010, when the old spa at the hotel saw one of the most dramatic fires seen in Pembrokeshire for many years. Six fire engines and 45 firefighters from all over the county were called to tackle 15-metre-high flames bursting through the roof of the leisure facility. “It was a hugely dramatic fire which devastated the old spa centre,” said Phil Thomas, manager at the Lamphey Court Hotel near Pembroke. “At the time, it was only the hard work of the fire service that stopped the blaze spreading to the main building, which is, of course, one of the finest Georgian mansion houses in the county. Thankfully, no-one was injured in the blaze.” Mr Thomas said that since the blaze spa and leisure centre users had been accommodated in temporary facilities at the hotel. “We have, however, been working very hard to create...

The Lamphey Court Hotel in Pembrokeshire is looking to make its mark as a centre for art. An appeal has been launched this week for Pembrokeshire artists interested in displaying their works at the stunning Georgian parkland mansion. “We know there are some hugely talented artists in the community in Pembrokeshire and we want to help showcase their talent,” said the hotel’s manager, Phil Thomas. “As venues go, we have possibly one of the finest buildings in Pembrokeshire, with rooms which lend themselves to displaying quality art. “Our visitors are always interested in the finest things that Pembrokeshire has to offer and what could be better than adorning the historic walls with examples from the talented artists living and working in the county. “The idea is to display the works of local artists in the public areas. Ideally, we are looking for art which reflects our glorious Pembrokeshire landscapes and seascapes and paintings and drawings which show off our community and the people ...

It’s described as one of Pembrokeshire’s best kept secrets, but it won’t be for much longer. For the Lamphey Court Hotel has secured an entry in the AA book of Britain’s Best Hotels. The stunning Georgian parkland mansion is one of only two hotels in Pembrokeshire to make it into print in the AA book. “We are, of course, delighted to be featured,” said the hotel’s manager, Phil Thomas. Mr Thomas, 44, has recently arrived at Lamphey Court with an extensive CV working at leading hotels throughout the UK. He is one of a number of new faces eager to put the Lamphey Court Hotel firmly on the map for destination hotels. Tom Mansfield, 31, has also recently started work as the new Head Chef, following a career which took in the 5 star St David’s Hotel, Cardiff Bay, the Newbridge Inn owned by TV and radio star Chris Evans and the 3 AA Rosette La Grousse D’ail Restaurant in Oxford. Mr Thomas added: “We have an exciting team building here at Lamphey Court Hotel and we aim to be one of the premie...

Tom Mansfield has started work as the new Head Chef at the prestigious Lamphey Court Hotel in Pembrokeshire. Tom, 31 and originally from Cardiff, brings a wealth of first class experience to the hotel. His dazzling CV includes establishments such as the 5 star St David’s Hotel, Cardiff Bay, the Newbridge Inn owned by TV and radio star Chris Evans and the 3 AA Rosette La Grousse D’ail Restaurant in Oxford. Tom was Head Chef at the renowned Bully’s Restaurant in Cardiff before taking over the same position at the exclusive Park House Members Club in the city. In 2008, he acted as Chef Consultant to Llanerch Vineyard, often working alongside celebrity chefs Martin Blunos and Hywel Jones. Tom has also spent time as head chef aboard the $80m super yacht M.V.Lady Ann, cooking for a range of celebrities and royals. Tom said: "I’m delighted to be joining the new team at Lamphey Court Hotel “It’s a very exciting time at the hotel, and I’m looking forward to working with the best local supp...

Lamphey Court Hotel in Pembrokeshire is now under new management. Phil Thomas, 44, has arrived at Lamphey Court with an extensive CV working at leading hotels throughout the UK. “It’s a great privilege to arrive at Lamphey Court, a hotel which has the best architecture in Wales,” Mr Thomas said as he gazed up at the south-facing Ionic pillars at the Georgian mansion. Mr Thomas said: “Lamphey Court has a great reputation and as the new general manager I am looking to enhance that reputation even further, particularly in relation to the quality of our kitchen. “The stunning location speaks for itself. But I am confident we can build on our name to provide quality facilities and service which will attract everyone, visitors from afar and, very importantly, those local people who support us.” “I am genuinely excited about the launch or our new state-of-the-art spa. Costing up to £2 million and exclusively using products such as Cinq Mondes, Lamphey Court will put Pembrokeshire on the map w...

The landmark Ty’n y Cornel Hotel has won a place in the prestigious Good Hotel Guide 2011. Ty’n y Cornel sits in a stunning lakeside location at Talyllyn in the Snowdonia National Park. “It is a truly magnificent location and thoroughly deserves a place in the guide,” said Phil Thomas, general manager at the hotel. The Good Hotel Guide notes – ‘Stunning views; service and food excellent . . . traditional hotel beside 222-acre Talyllyn Lake, popular with anglers.’ “Ty’n y Cornel already has a fabulous reputation as a destination for anglers, one of the great brown trout and sewin fisheries of Wales,” said Mr Thomas. “This year, we played host to the Commonwealth fishing championships which attracted anglers from all over the world. We also had a visit from a team of American broadcasters keen to show off Wales to the rest of the world during the Ryder Cup golf tournament. “But Ty’n y Cornel isn’t just about fishing. Its location at the foot of majestic Cader Idris makes it a great venue...

There’s a new man at the helm of the Tynycornel Hotel, which sits in a stunning lakeside location at Talyllyn in the Snowdonia National Park. Phil Thomas, 43, has arrived at Tynycornel with an extensive CV working at leading hotels throughout the UK. “It’s a great privilege to arrive at Tynycornel, a hotel which probably has the best views in Wales,” Mr Thomas said as he gazed across picturesque Talyllyn lake towards majestic Cader Idris. “This is a magnificent hotel in its own right, but you also have to consider the added attraction of its own 222-acre lake, one of the great brown trout and sewin fisheries of Wales.” Mr Thomas added: “Tynycornel has a great reputation and as the new general manager I am looking to enhance that reputation even further, particularly in relation to the quality of our kitchen. “The stunning location speaks for itself. But I am confident we can build on our name to provide quality facilities and service which will attract everyone, visitors from afar and ...