The panorama of Poole Harbour. The superb beaches of Bournemouth and Swanage. Sweeping sands. Sparkling sea. A playground of terrific restaurants and bars that make holidays heaven and business a pleasure. Very special. Very different. Four superb hotels … one stunning area.
Idyllically located at the very tip of the exclusive Sandbanks peninsular. Spectacular views. Three superb sea–facing restaurants: the two
Red Rosette La Roche; the stylish Seaview and the waterside Club Lounge. 77 beautifully furnished bedrooms.
A fully equipped Leisure Centre. Indoor and Outdoor Pools. Floodlit all–weather tennis court.
A state–of–the–art Health and Beauty Spa. The Haven, sheer award–winning luxury
Step out of The Sandbanks straight onto a Blue Flag beach. Miles of golden sand. Fabulous views. Plenty to see and do. The perfect place for family holidays, watersports or just relaxing weekends by the sea. Exceptional leisure facilities. Mouth watering food in the restaurant or the unique Sands brasserie. Or drinks on the Terrace at the water’s edge, watching the setting sun. A very special hotel in an enviable location.
On the edge of Bournemouth. Three acres of secluded, mature gardens and magnificent unspoilt sea views, with an outdoor pool shaded by old pines. Easy access to the beach and the pier along tree–fringed walkways. 89 beautifully appointed en–suite bedrooms. Award winning food in the aptly named Sea View Restaurant. A fabulous Roman Spa that has to be seen to be believed. A warm welcome and traditional values – just part of the charm of The Chine
Contemporary elegance. Stunning panoramic views across Poole Harbour. Design excellence in every detail, from the exquisite food in hytes restaurant and harbar brasserie to the individually commissioned furnishings and artwork that make every aspect of Harbour Heights truly unique.
Haven Star Catamaran – 01 March 2008
Our extremely popular Catamaran will once again be available for charter this year. So why not enjoy an afternoon out with our RYA qualified skipper. We can accommodate up to twelve people including soft drinks for only £350.00. Full day sailings are also available, with prices provided on application.
83 staff celebrate a total of 850 years of Service – 07 March 2008
Over the past few weeks the Group has been delighted and proud to recognise a wonderful total of 850 years of dedicated service from 83 employees. Celebration lunches for the staff, during which individuals were awarded a certificate and a long service pin to mark the event, were held. Those with over 20 years’ service were also presented with a gift at the annual awards ceremony which took place in the Opera House in January. 5 staff were recognised for over 20 years’ service to the company with 9 having achieved 15 or more years, 22 with 10 or more years and also 47 with over 5 years’ service.
The Harbour Heights wins Gold, Silver & Bronze – 15 March
The Harbour Heights Hotel was extremely pleased to see its representatives On Yee Li and Richard
Barnaby return recently from Wessex Salon Culinaire, held at the BIC, with two awards each.
On Yee Li (Miss) Demi-Chef de partie
Gold Award for Decorative Cake
Merit award for Centre Piece
Richard Barnaby Chef de partie
Silver award (Best in class) for Scallop dish.
Bronze Award for starter of Quail Ballontine with black Truffle and dried Raisin
Four hotels.. one great achievement – 10 April 2008
On the 1st April, 2008 the family owned FJB Group - with hotels in Bournemouth and on the Sandbanks Peninsula in Poole - were awarded the prestigious ‘Investor in People’ award, already known as leaders in the hospitality field and highly rated by such bodies as the AA, Visit Britain and Quality in Tourism, the hotel group were formally recognised nationally as an organisation which acknowledges the worth of its staff and works with them to develop their full potential.
This award demonstrates not only the commitment of the hotels’ staff but also that of the Group’s Managing Director. ‘I am delighted that we have achieved this award and my fellow directors and I are proud to be part of this nationally recognised scheme. All credit is due to our team for their hard work and commitment to the programme over the past year’ says M.D. John Butterworth ‘The greatest asset of any company is its workforce and my priority is to support and develop the skills of my staff to their full potential. Recognition as an Investor in People also benefits our guests, of course. Happy, well trained staff, fully committed to the Company and improved channels of communication providing feed back allows us continually to meet the expectations of the customer’.
Since April 2007, the Company has worked closely with Quality South West to achieve improved communications between all levels of staff and structured training programmes, often involving the hotels with local community and educational establishments. Staff can now enjoy a better working environment with greater stability due to reduced staff turnover, the opportunity to influence positively their future with the Company and are regularly kept up-to-date with happenings throughout the Group via the FJB Newsletter. Recognition of hard work and commitment is high on the FJB agenda with awards for long service and Employee of the Quarter in each hotel. A staff award ceremony, as an annual event held early in January, affords the opportunity for recognition as Employee of the Year.
The Investors in People inspector was pleased to pass on some of the comments made by staff members during his visit: ‘This is the best hotel I have worked in and I have worked in many hotels across Europe’, ‘We were all involved in developing our team business plan’ and ‘We believe that we are now doing something for the business’ are just a few of many similar sentiments.
Opera House Forthcoming Events – 11 May 2008
Welcome to the all new Opera House.We really do promise something for everyone, so keep watching our website
www.operahouse.co.uk for future events.
To reserve your tickets please call 08701 989898 or visit ticketweb.co.uk.
Xtravaganza - Every Wednesday in July and August
Doors: 10pm - 3am
Age Restrictions: Over 18’S only
Friday 4th July - Hardcore Heaven
Hardcore Heaven back in Bournemouth at last for the Summer Session! Returning once again to the South Coasts premier club venue, the almighty Opera House, for another night of Hardcore mayhem, nobody does it like we do! All our previous events here have sold out at least one week in advance so we strongly advise early ticket purchase.
MAIN ARENA:
DARREN STYLES, HIXXY & SQUAD-E, DJ SY featuring LULU, DOUGAL, BRISK, MARK EG, BREEZE, ORGAN DONORS, CHRIS UNKNOWN, MCs STORM, WHIZZKID, WOTSEE, SMILEY, SPENNO, SI THE SIGH & ENEMY .
ROOM 2: MORE HARDCORE:
DRUID AL, STORM, RICKY RED HEAD, EXALT, SL-DJ, WRAGG, UPLIFT, JBC, MCS KNIGHT & SCATTY .
Tickets: £14 before 6th June, £17.50 after 6th June ( booking fees apply) .
Doors: 9pm - 5am
Age Restrictions: Over 18’S only
Sunday 6th July - FP Productions are proud to present: Perform for Life
This is the first annual charity event with all proceeds this year donated to 2crs Help a Local Child and Cancer Research UK.
The show itself will be a fusion of high energy dance styles and stunning performances from Four south based dance schools/companies
Tickets: Child (Under 16s) £10.00 Senior Citizen (Over 65) £10.00 Adult £15.00 (booking fees apply)
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Doors:
Age Restrictions:
All ages welcome - under 16s must be accompanied by an adult
Saturday 26th July 2008 - Destiny Upfront drum and bass
Powered by the valve sound system.
Welcome to Destiny re-born, we're well and truly back with a bang. With a fresh look and a new spiritual home to boot, destiny can't wait to get the party started. for this truly monumental occasion we also have something very special indeed as we present the valve sound system.
Main Stage:
Andy C, Friction, Dillinja & Lemon D, Shy FX, Hazard, Subfocus, Klips plus many more....
Tickets: £17.50 Adv ( booking fees apply),
Doors: 9pm - 5am
Age Restrictions: Over 18's only
NB: No headwear that obscures the face i.e. baseball caps.
Warning: Strobe Lights and Laser Effects Operate in this Building
Saturday 2nd August - Mr Kyps is proud to present:
Legend - playing the music of Bob Marley
Last seen in town supporting Jimmy Cliff! Legend’s gigs at Mr Kyps have been elevated to legendary status by virtue of the passion with which they have played and the emphatic response they have received from audiences who have bounced, skanked and swayed to every note of every song. After their resoundingly popular show supporting Jimmy Cliff at the Opera House it is with pleasure that Mr Kyps present them to you once again at this magnificent venue!
A 7-piece band including their very own Wailers (backing singers Leone and Elaine), the members of Legend have a superb musical pedigree, whose members have worked with such reggae greats as: The Mighty Diamonds, Dennis Brown, Rankin Roger, The Beat, Burning Spear, Apache Indian, Johnny 2 Bad, Errol Dunkley, George and Desmond Decker, Musical Youth and many more luminaries from reggae and ska. The accurate re-creation of tunes such as Jammin, Exodus, No Woman No Cry, Wait In Vain, I Shot The Sheriff will astound you, but what will truly stir the soul and get you moving is the energy and passion with which the songs are delivered by the band.
"The sounds, arrangements, and vocals could not be any more accurate. - I closed my eyes and I was back in Brighton all of those years ago. I don't mind admitting that these guys brought more than a few tears of happiness to my eyes."
Tickets: £10 Adv (Booking Fees Apply).
Doors: 8pm
Age Restrictions: Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult
Zion Train - Thursday 18th September
All aboard the night train!
Featuring: - Rat Race and Dubcatz, DJs - Bimble, Geeza and Bangmix
Tickets: 10 adv (Booking Fees Apply).
Doors: 8pm
Age Restrictions: Over 18s Only
Baby Boogie Wonderland - Sunday 21 September
A brand new, exciting adventure especially for tiny ones and their carers, Baby Boogie Wonderland is a chance for children 6 months to 6 years to experience their very own big night out, on a Sunday afternoon. With magical disco lights, bubble machines, craft stalls with locally made products, face painting, organic snacks and mocktails, chill out space and soft play area, walkabout characters and most importantly, dancing to the funkiest, grooviest pop, hip hop and party classics at a level suitable for small ears – what more could you ask for on a Sunday afternoon? How about Sunday papers, an open bar, luxurious changing area, dedicated baby -feeding zone, and goodies to take home?
Tickets: £6 per adult (including free entrance for one child).
Additional Child Tickets: £1 (Booking Fees Apply).
Doors: 1pm - 4pm
Maximum of 2 accompanying adults per child - no adults will be admitted without children. Suitable for children ages 6 months to 6 years only.
*Please note - children remain under the supervision, and the responsibility, of their accompanying carers, who must remain at the venue at all times
Sunday 5th October 2008. Wedding Daze are proud to announce - The Opera House Wedding Exhibition
The exhibition will showcase of up to 70 premier wedding suppliers, including many unique and highly specialist companies, offering couples and their families the opportunity to view wedding services and merchandise in this stunning location, with its relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
Prestigious Wedding Fair with Daily fashions shows, Bridal Shows: 1.30pm & 3.00 pm. Collect your FREE Autumn / Winter Wedding Daze directory. Come & enjoy the day.
Tickets: £3 door.
Doors: 12.00am – 4.00pm
FJB Hotels launches its own water sports centre – 21 May 2008
Poole’s prestigious hotel chain, FJB Hotels, has launched its very own water sports centre at the Sandbanks Hotel. The Watersports Academy offers superb facilities for visitors and local residents alike, providing the very best in top-end equipment and tuition for all levels. With fully qualified RYA and BKSA instructors, the centre benefits from having everything under one roof, including windsurfing, kite surfing, water skiing, wake boarding, power boating, sailing, kayaking, bike rentals, catamaran charter and corporate team building; there is even have a kids’ club during the Summer holidays.
Located on the exclusive Sandbanks peninsular with its shallow waters and Blue Flag beaches, The Watersports Academy has easy access to Poole harbour and the beach plus on-site changing rooms and showers.
For more information about The Watersports Academy, contact General Manager, David Hartwell on 01202 708283 or log on to the website www.thewatersportsacademy.com.
Just outside the picturesque and historic town of Bourdeilles is this Napoleonic country house which is set on a hillside in nine acres of sculptured gardens. Large oak gates conceal the front courtyard from which stone steps lead up to the main entrance. The luxurious salon is divided by an archway into a living area and a formal dining room. To the side of the house is a second courtyard; ideal for barbecues and summer evening suppers.
•Electric oven
•Fridge/freezer
•Freezer
•Dishwasher
•Washing machine
•Tumble drier
•Television
•Oil fired central heating
•Linen provided
•Bath towels provided (house use only)
•Stairgate
•Cot and high chair
•Garden furniture
•Sun loungers and barbecue
•Golf
•Horse riding
•Fishing
•Rock climbing
•Boating
•Tennis
•Canoeing
•Lazing about
(8 persons) 4 bedrooms,1 bathroom, 1 shower room
First Floor:
Stone steps from front courtyard to main
entrance and long hallway leading to: Kitchen with breakfast table and chairs.
Large formal dining room with two separate tables. Archway to salon with open
fireplace, plenty of comfortable armchairs and sofas, TV; woodblock floor covered
with oriental rugs. Both rooms have large french windows overlooking the garden and
pool. Door from salon to very large master bedroom (extra beds are available if
required as a family room). Twin bedroom with basin and fitted wardrobes. Large double
bedroom also with fitted wardrobe. Shower room with WC and basin.
Ground Floor:
Very large bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, bidet, double basin, WC. Large twin bedroom
particularly suitable for children. Summer house in the second courtyard. Excellent furnishings and
equipment throughout. Large swimming pool (17.5m x 9.9m) with integral steps and pool house
Villa Enquiries:
Non Residents, please contact Mrs S Hyder – Telephone 01202 396910
Email sue.hyder@fjbhotels.co.uk
Residents, Please contact Hotel Reception
During your stay at any of the FJB Hotels, why not take advantage of The Haven's yacht?
The Haven Voyager II – a Malö 36 – is available to guests (up to six) for half day and full day charter (longer breaks can be arranged). While on charter the yacht is under the supervision of a fully
qualified RYA skipper, so you can relax knowing you are in safe hands.
With Poole Harbour and its Islands, Poole Bay, the Solent and anchorages on the Isle of Wight, in Lulworth Cove and Beaulieu,
to name but a few, what could be more enchanting than a few hours at sea; and with that bracing sea air building up your appetite why not have lunch or tea on board Picnics available from £12 per
person plus wine or soft drinks.
Haven Voyager II is also available for non–residents to charter.
Non Residents, please contact Mrs S Hyder – Telephone 01202 396910
Email sue.hyder@fjbhotels.co.uk
Residents, Please contact Hotel Reception
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At FJB Hotels we try to convey the message that a working position with us, in any one of our hotels, is more than just a job. This family run hotel group prides itself on the long term opportunities it offers to all its employees and therefore any position taken may be regarded as a career, and not just a job.
Working in the hotel and catering trade can be very fulfilling and with standards to work to, such as those set by FJB, being of service to others can be very gratifying indeed.
We know that every member of the FJB team is vital to the success of the company as a whole and we value each employee, and reward them accordingly.
Why don’t you send your details and CV in to us today via email, online form or post.
Email sue.hyder@fjbhotels.co.uk
Tel: +44 (0)1202 396910
Fax: +44 (0)1202 393777
FJB Hotels
14, Wharncliffe Road
Bournemouth
Dorset
BH5 1AH
As a guest of FJB Hotels you will receive your FJB Privilege Card upon check-in. This card is valid for the duration of your stay and entitles the card holder to superb discounts on dining, spa treatments, hotel activities, golf, tours, shopping, and much more.
As a privilege card holder you are entitled to a wide range of discounts:
Discounts at all FJB Restaurants.
Discounts on treatments booked at FJB Spa facilities.
Discounts at many leading stores and boutiques in the area.
Discounts at visitor attractions.
Discounts on water sports activities.
Plus much more…
Make sure you have your privilege card with you to qualify for your discounts.