Future Inns Celebrates 10 Years in Bristol
Bristol has changed so much in the last ten years, and the city has achieved so much. From its maritime history to a modern cosmopolitan city, Bristol has evolved to become a must-visit destination where it leads the way in sustainability, food and drink, entertainment and experiences.
In 2009, we listened to Lady Gaga telling us to ‘Just Dance’ and the Black Eyed Peas ‘I Gotta Feeling’. On TV, we were glued to Dr Who, The Inbetweeners, and we watched Diversity be crowned champions of Britain’s Got Talent. So much has changed over the last ten years, and Future Inn Bristol has been around to see it.
2009 – Banksy’s biggest exhibition
Unveiled in the Bristol City Museum, the Banksy's exhibition featured more than 100 works under great secrecy. People flocked to see it, with queues out of the door and it is the most visited exhibition in the history of the museum.
2010 – Bike-friendly city
In 2010, Bristol was named number one in the poll as a cycle-friendly city, beating Nottingham, Leicester and London which was in 17th.
2011 – The Census
In April of this year, we all completed The Census. Bristol’s population had increased by 9.7%, making it the 10th largest local authority in England and Wales. 8.3% of the total population was made up of students.
2012 – The Olympics and Paralympic Games
Hosted predominantly in London, the nation was gripped by the 2012 Olympics and Team GB’s successes. In Bristol, dozens of street artists painted the city centre as part of the London 2012 Festival Event to showcase the talent in the world of urban art and music.
2013 – Vegfest UK Bristol’s 10th birthday
The 3-day festival, Vegtfest, celebrated ten years in 2013 and had already become the world’s biggest vegetarian and vegan event. It welcomes over 25,000 people every year and has around 230 stallholders and 60 different speakers.
2014 – Best city to live in
Bristol was named as the best city in the UK to live in, thanks to its “great shopping, great scenery and great social scene”. The accolade was awarded in the Sunday Times - Best Places to Live in Britain.
2015 – European Green Capital
In 2015, Bristol became the UK’s first-ever European Green Capital in recognition of what its citizens have already achieved in making the city a healthier, happier place to live in.
2016 – 45th Harbour Festival
The Harbour Festival has grown to become Bristol City Council’s largest annual event, showcasing the city’s talent and heritage. The festival is free for all to attend and brings over 250,000 people together each summer.
2017 – A smart city
Bristol overtook London to become the UK’s leading “smart city”. The report was based on evaluations of 20 cities and their strategies, key projects and overall readiness in using digital technology to improve crucial civic services from transport infrastructure to healthcare.
2018 - Green Tourism Gold Award
Green Tourism awards demonstrate a commitment to people, places and the environment, by improvement in local communities, conserving the local economy by sourcing produce sustainably and ethically, and committing to a low carbon future.
The History of Cabot Circus
Covering 1,500,000 square feet of floor space, Cabot Circus opened in 2008 after a ten-year planning and building project costing over £500 million. Future Inns involvement came in around 3 years before the completion of the project. Before the building, the site contained post-war shopping units and part of the Bristol inner ring road. This was demolished and re-aligned, and many old streets were wiped off the map, although these had been devoid of houses for some time.
The name Cabot was selected following a public vote, to commemorate John Cabot, an Italian explorer. Cabot left Bristol, under the commission of King Henry VII, and in 1497 he discovered the coast of North America.
Boosting the Bristol economy
Cabot Circus has over 120 shops, 2 department stores, restaurants, a 13-screen cinema, adventure golf centre, apartments, 2,500 space car park and of course a hotel – Future Inn Bristol which opened in the summer of 2009. With 149 larger than expected bedrooms, including doubles, twins, superior twins (with 2 double beds) and interconnecting rooms. Families have enjoyed them, as well as couples, groups and business travellers.
Currently, Future Inn Bristol has over 80 members of staff covering departments which include hotel reservations, meetings and events, housekeeping, reception, food and beverage, maintenance, finance and management, many of whom have started their career here or have progressed through the ranks. The injection of jobs into Bristol has boosted the local economy and has strengthened what is on offer for tourists and travellers.
10th Birthday Party Celebrations
In the summer of 2009, Future Inn Bristol first opened its doors to the public. The hotel has 149, spacious, air-conditioned bedrooms offering all of the facilities and services you would expect of a quality 4-star hotel at affordable prices. Housed within the hotel is Chophouse Bar & Restaurant, which serves fresh food all day every day, and six conference and event suites for up to 280 guests.
Alicja Berthon, General Manager, Future Inn Bristol, said, “Future Inns has been a massive part of my life for the last ten years. I started here on day one as the Food and Beverage Manager before being made General Manager in 2013. I have met and worked with some incredible people who have gone on to achieve so much in their career, as well as meeting guests from all over the world – all here to experience what Bristol has to offer.”
“Hotel guests enjoy staying and returning to stay with us because of the larger than usual bedrooms and all the comforts we can offer, including free parking – a real perk for the city – as well as the comforting homemade food served in Chophouse Bar & Restaurant, and of course, the high levels of customer service they know and expect of the staff.”
To mark the event, local businesses, suppliers, media partners and notable visitors have been invited to attend a reception on Friday 20th September 2019 at 2pm. Alongside the prosecco and canapes on arrival, guests will be able to see the recent renovations to the top floor event suites – where you can also see some of the best views of Bristol City Centre – and hear about the exciting plans for the next ten years.
Regular guests and email subscribers are also being offered discounted bedrooms, dinner, live music experiences at the weekly Thursday night Jazz at Future Inns, and family packages to mark the occasion. There will also be competitions and giveaways on the Future Inns social media channels.
Del Brett, Managing Director of Future Inns, said; “This is truly an exciting year for us, as we celebrate ten years in Bristol. The team and I felt that it was imperative to mark the occasion. Bristol has developed so much over the last ten years and has achieved so much for the tourism and hospitality industry; I am glad we have been able to be part of it.”
“Alongside my brother, Bruce, we opened our first hotel in Canada in 1989, 30 years ago. It seems fitting that we are also celebrating our youngest hotel in Bristol. Opening hotels here in the UK, in Cardiff in 2005, followed by Plymouth in 2006, has been an interesting journey. I want to thank our customers, past, present and in the future, for supporting a family-owned, independent hotel group."
Stay at Future Inn Bristol
Future Inn Bristol is a modern and comfortable hotel in Bristol city centre. It offers easy access to key attractions and vibrant areas. Alongside its excellent location, the hotel boasts spacious and airy bedrooms equipped with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, a desk and workspace, and a laptop safe. Guests can also enjoy added comforts such as complimentary robes and slippers, tea and coffee-making facilities and bottled water, enhancing the overall experience. The biggest perk of staying at our Bristol hotel is the free parking at Cabot Circus, directly across the road from Future Inns.
Book a RoomFuture Club Rewards
For additional benefits, you can join the Future Inns hotel loyalty program. Alongside a member's discount rate, for every £1 you spend on accommodation, you earn 1 reward point. You also get a complimentary drink voucher to redeem in the bar when you dine. Plus, you get double points when you eat in the restaurant. Points collected can then be used to upgrade your bedroom to a suite or a free night's stay. It's also completely free to join!
Bristol Restaurant
Chophouse Restaurant offers a modern twist on classic dishes showcasing the best of the region's produce.
From hearty breakfasts to indulgent dinners, it is ideal for both hotel guests and locals alike.
Whether you enjoy a succulent steak, a hearty burger, or a fresh fish dish, every meal delivers bold flavours and satisfying portions.
Additionally, the restaurant features an inviting bar area, perfect for enjoying a drink.
A large selection of drinks is also available, including popular local brands Buttcombe, Bristol Harvey Cream and Bristol Rum.
Naturally, there's a good choice of soft drinks, including refreshing fruit juices, tea, coffee, and mocktails.
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