Chester é uma cidade mergulhada em história e charme, tem sido um centro movimentado para turistas e moradores locais. No entanto, os recentes fechamentos de estabelecimentos amados, como Henry Potts e Boheme, pintam uma imagem gritante das lutas que enfrentam a indústria de hospitalidade aqui. Running. Na quinta -feira, 4 de julho, o restaurante divulgou um comunicado nas mídias sociais dizendo suas despedidas. Jeremy Brunning, chefe dos pubs, afirmou que a cultura de trabalho de casa que cresceu desde que a Covid é resultado em um grande sucesso nos locais de hospitalidade. Reduziu significativamente o tráfego de pedestres e transformou Chester em A
As a hotel owner in Chester, I have witnessed firsthand the challenges that have led to these closures and though it is terribly upsetting it is not surprising, with the demand in rising costs of bills and rent it has never been as hard as it has right now to keep a business running.
Henry Potts opened in June 2022, located next to Chester Racecourse. On Thursday 4th July the restaurant released a statement on social media saying their farewells. Jeremy Brunning, the pubs boss, claimed that the work-from-home culture that has grown since covid is a resulted in a massive hit to hospitality venues. It has significantly reduced foot traffic and transformed Chester into a "Ghost Town". A frustração de Jeremy. O declínio nos passageiros diários teve um impacto profundo nas empresas locais, especialmente aquelas que se baseiam na hora constante do almoço e na multidão depois do trabalho. Não vamos nos enganar que, nos tempos anteriores à Covid, Chester ostentava passos de mais de 21m por ano, este ano passado caiu até 17+m. São momentos como esses em que nosso governo local e nacional precisa analisar maneiras alternativas de ajudar as empresas locais a ter sucesso. Em seu curto mandato de cinco meses, tornou-se um dos pontos mais populares da cidade, fortemente reservados para todo fim de semana, mesmo ganhando uma menção no Guia Michelin. A equipe enfatizou as queridas lembranças e amizades formadas durante seu tempo nos negócios.
In Henry Potts statement they also claim that exorbitant electricity bills as a primary reason for the closure and though they were a busy establishment during their time open they needed to be busier to match such bills.
As a fellow business owner, I empathize with Jeremy’s frustration. The decline in daily commuters has had a profound impact on local businesses, especially those relying on steady lunchtime and after-work crowds. Let us not be mistaken that in pre-covid times, Chester boasted footfall of more than 21m a year, this last year fell as low as 17+m. It is times like these where our local and national government need to look at alternative ways to help local businesses succeed.
Boheme, located on Bridge Street, launched in February with much anticipation. In its short five-month tenure, it became one of the city’s most popular spots, heavily booked every weekend, even earning a mention in the Michelin Guide.
Despite its success and dedicated customer base, Boheme announced its closure with a heartfelt message of gratitude and reflection. The team emphasized the cherished memories and friendships formed during their time in business.
O fechamento de Boheme é particularmente chocante com sua abertura tão recente. Ele ressalta como até os empreendimentos mais promissores, com forte suporte ao cliente e aclamação crítica, não são imunes às duras realidades econômicas que enfrentam nossa indústria. Pubs, restaurantes e cafés são mais do que apenas lugares para comer e beber; São centros comunitários onde os relacionamentos são construídos e as memórias são feitas. É essencial que nos unamos e apoiemos esses negócios.
These closure represents not just a business loss but also a cultural and social one. Pubs, restaurants, and cafes are more than just places to eat and drink; they are community hubs where relationships are built, and memories are made.
As I sit here writing this, a wave of emotions washes over me as I reflect on the incredible, unique, and local businesses we have in Chester, all striving to survive. It’s essential for us to come together and support these businesses.
I additionally passionately plead to fellow business owners however, about the need for us to take a bigger lead in the need to promote Chester as a great destination, my personal plea is the need for us to undertake an Accommodation BID, similar to Manchester – however support still is not fully on board as yet, but we will be pushing on this for the remainder of 2024.
Agora, mais do que nunca, é crucial apoiar as empresas locais. Seja jantando fora, participando de eventos ou simplesmente espalhando a palavra, toda ação conta. Boheme é um lembrete preocupante dos desafios que o setor de hospitalidade enfrenta em Chester. No entanto, eles também servem como um chamado à ação. -
Business owners must come together to share resources, ideas, and strategies to navigate these challenging times.
Local and national governments need to recognize the unique challenges facing the hospitality sector and provide targeted support to help businesses survive and thrive.
The closures of Henry Potts and Boheme are a sobering reminder of the challenges facing the hospitality industry in Chester. However, they also serve as a call to action.
By supporting our local businesses and fostering a sense of community, we can work towards a brighter future for our beloved city.
As a hotel owner who shares these struggles, I remain hopeful and committed to seeing Chester flourish once again.
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Eu também adoraria que você me conectas Compartilhe seus pensamentos e experiências nos comentários abaixo. Como você viu Chester mudar e o que você acha que podemos fazer para apoiar nossos negócios locais? Vamos manter a conversa e trabalhar juntos para reviver nossa cidade.https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-hesketh-mih-301a3714/ Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below. How have you seen Chester change, and what do you think we can do to support our local businesses? Let’s keep the conversation going and work together to revive our city.
