Hotel Roseberry
The dearth of accommodation in the immediate vicinity of Durham's Riverside might be a distant memory in a few years, with the news that Mike Roseberry , the former Middlesex and Durham batsman, is to build a large hotel.
Will Luke
25-Feb-2013
The dearth of accommodation in the immediate vicinity of Durham's Riverside might be a distant memory in a few years, with the news that Mike Roseberry, the former Middlesex and Durham batsman, is to build a large hotel.
Having secured planning permission for the venture, about 10 minutes’ drive from the Chester-le-Street Riverside ground – home of Durham County Cricket Club – the former Durham captain is in talks with developers.
This is the latest venture for Roseberry Leisure, which boasts a turnover of £8m from its 12 pubs, three workingmen’s clubs, hotel, 3,000-seat event arena, 120-acre equestrian centre and building firm.
“This is an excellent location. It will prove popular with the business traveller, being next to one of the region’s premier business parks. It could also prove to be a popular venue for cricket teams and cricket fans.”
It will be competing with upmarket hotels in Durham and Chester-le-Street. The England team has used Ramside Hall, Durham, when playing at Chester-le-Street in the past.
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Will Luke is assistant editor of ESPNcricinfo