Signature Living has officially opened its latest hotel, Rainhill Hall, a Grade II-listed country house just outside St Helens, creating 70 new jobs.
The house, which is set in 18-acres of woodland, was built in 1824 and was a family home until 1923.
Signature Living acquired the property in 2017, with St Helens Council giving approval for its transformation into a hotel and wedding venue in 2018.
The group has added 14 rooms on the lower ground floor, a function room and spa.
The upper ground floor has 10 rooms with function rooms, restaurant and dining facilities, bar and a reception area. The first floor now has 19 bedrooms, including the bridal suite for wedding events and the second floor has four further bedrooms, with two staircases for access from below.
Fairy tale tree houses have also been built in the woodland, which will help to make the hall the most talked-about wedding venue and events space in the city region.
Lawrence Kenwright, co-owner and founder of Signature Living, said, “First and foremost with Rainhill Hall yet again we have preserved and restored one of the region’s much-loved heritage buildings and given it a sustainable future.
“This historic venue offers a blend of timeless character and contemporary charm and has a wonderful chapel, so everything is here on one site for the perfect wedding. It is truly a magical place with amazing trees and very few members of the public have stayed here for nearly 100 years, so this will be a great experience for those first through the doors.
“I believe we have put this stunning place back on the map and not only will it create special memories for visitors, especially those being married, but also will be a vibrant destination for unforgettable events.
'Whether you wish to be married in the woods or sleep in the trees this hotel offers an experience which far outreaches what we have become accustomed to, giving an experience that will become a lasting memory.”
Kenwright added, “The fact that we are opening Rainhill Hall after such a difficult year is a testament to our entire staff. They have worked with me literally day and night to keep our business alive, to bring forward schemes and to be able to continue to deliver amazing experiences for our customers under the strictest of social distancing measures.”