A global luxury hospitality brand has opened reservations for its newest UK property, marking a massive £125 million investment into the North West’s premium tourism and lifestyle economy.
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, the global luxury brand and part of the world-leading hospitality group Accor, has today announced reservations are now live, ahead of its much-coveted 10th July 2026 opening.
Fairmont’s newest property -Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere – will be the brand’s fourth hotel in the UK alongside The Savoy, A Fairmont Hotel, Fairmont Windsor Park and Fairmont St Andrews.
Following a £35 million acquisition and an additional spend of £90 million on its comprehensive transformation by Select Group, the property will deliver Fairmont’s world-renowned genuine hospitality and heartfelt service to the region for the first time.
Nestled within 157 acres of the picturesque Cheshire countryside, with breathtaking views over The Mere Lake, this exquisite landmark address enters a new chapter, bringing elevated luxury to the region.
Gordon Ramsay Eatery Anchors Major Culinary and Golf Destination
The extensive multi-million-pound redevelopment repositions the historic estate as a premier weekend retreat and dining destination easily accessible to visitors from across Liverpool and the wider North West.
Guests can book a multitude of experiences across all elements of the iconic resort, including: deluxe overnight stays in one of its 116 beautifully appointed bedrooms including 23 spacious suites; distinctive dining at Gordon Ramsay at The Mere; afternoon tea and champagne at The Orangery; classic British fare and vibrant Indian cuisine at The Club Lounge; a nutritious post-treatment smoothie at Spa Bar; elevated wellness experiences at Fairmont Spa; and a round of golf on its 18-hole championship course.
Claudia Kozma Kaplan, Chief Brand Officer, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts said:
“Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere offers a countryside sanctuary designed for pause and restoration within beautifully appointed surroundings.
“Guests can indulge in pure serenity at the calming spa, which draws inspiration from the lake, savour celebratory moments in the refined Club Lounge after a round of golf, and experience world-class, British and international cuisine at Gordon Ramsay at The Mere, all within a quintessentially British rural setting.”
Israr Liaqat, Group Chief Executive Officer, Select Group commented:
“Our ambition from the outset was to create something that would set a new standard for luxury hospitality in the North West of England, and partnering with Fairmont, one of the world’s most iconic luxury hotel brands, has allowed us to do exactly that.”
Grand Ballroom Space Structured for Large Scale North West Events
The venue infrastructure has been specifically upscaled to accommodate major corporate conferences, large-scale regional networking events, and multi-day cultural weddings.
The Grand Ballroom presents endless possibilities for gatherings of every scale, from conferences and networking moments to memorable occasions.
This impressive 1,000 square meter ballroom can host up to 1,000 guests.
It seamlessly blends indoors with outdoors, playing upon the estate’s character by combining classical details with a refined contemporary sensibility and sweeping views across parklands and greenways.
Additionally, four dedicated boardrooms with landscape views provide perfect venues for meetings or private dining.
Gary Johnson, General Manager, Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere said:
“Fairmont Cheshire The Mere is a place defined by its setting, the lake, the fairways and the sense of space that surrounds it, all of which create a natural feeling of ease and connection.
“We look forward to welcoming guests into this new chapter of the estate, whether they are here for dining, golf or wellbeing, and to see the hotel once again become a place for great company, meaningful occasions, and a life well lived.”
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