- Official Opening Date: Reservations are officially live for stays, dining, and spa experiences starting from 10 July 2026.
- Gordon Ramsay Culinary Partnership: The resort features the highly anticipated Gordon Ramsay at The Mere restaurant, bringing elite dining to the Cheshire countryside.
- Massive Financial Investment: Select Group funded a £35 million acquisition alongside a £90 million transformation to elevate the historic estate into a world-class luxury asset.
- Premier Event Capabilities: The property boasts a 1,000 square meter Grand Ballroom that accommodates up to 1,000 guests, ideal for large-scale weddings and conferences
The UK luxury travel landscape is celebrating a magnificent new addition as Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere officially opens reservations for stays starting 10 July 2026. This highly anticipated countryside resort marks the fourth Fairmont property in the UK, joining an elite portfolio that includes The Savoy in London, Fairmont Windsor Park, and Fairmont St Andrews. Nestled within 157 acres of breathtaking Cheshire countryside, the historic estate has undergone a monumental £125 million transformation led by Select Group, blending classic British elegance with contemporary luxury.
Guests looking for an upscale escape can choose from 116 beautifully designed rooms, including 23 spacious suites that overlook the serene Mere Lake. A major highlight of the opening is the arrival of Gordon Ramsay at The Mere, a premier dining destination set to deliver world-class British and international cuisine. Beyond exceptional dining, the resort offers a comprehensive luxury experience, featuring an 18-hole championship golf course, a lake-inspired wellness spa, and unique dining concepts like afternoon tea at The Orangery.
Perfectly designed as a vibrant social epicenter, the resort features a massive 1,000 square meter Grand Ballroom capable of hosting up to 1,000 guests, making it a premier venue for grand weddings, cultural celebrations, and corporate events. By combining its rich heritage dating back to the Domesday Book of 1086 with modern, heartfelt hospitality, Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere is poised to become the ultimate Northwest sanctuary for travelers seeking relaxation, sport, and culinary excellence.
About Fairmont Hotels & Resorts
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is renowned for the international luxury hospitality brand’s unrivalled portfolio of over 90 extraordinary hotels where grand moments of life, heartfelt pleasures and personal milestones are celebrated and remembered long after any visit. From grand hotels to urban retreats, since 1907 Fairmont has created magnificent, meaningful and unforgettable hotels, rich with character and deeply connected to the history, culture and community of its destinations – renowned addresses such as The Plaza in New York City, The Savoy in London, Fairmont Tokyo, Fairmont Golden Prague, Fairmont San Francisco, Fairmont Banff Springs in Canada, Fairmont Doha and Fairmont The Palm in Dubai. Fairmont hotels are the social epicenters of their cities—iconic gathering places where people, culture, and ideas converge. Famous for its engaging service, awe-inspiring public spaces, locally inspired cuisine, and iconic bars and lounges, Fairmont also takes great pride in its pioneering approach to hospitality and leadership in sustainability and responsible tourism practices. Fairmont is part of Accor, a world leading hospitality group counting over 5,800 properties throughout more than 110 countries, and a participating brand in ALL Accor, a booking platform and loyalty program providing access to a wide variety of rewards, services and experiences. fairmont.com | all.com | group.accor.com
About Select Group
Select Group is a Dubai-headquartered real estate developer and hospitality investor founded in 2002, with a portfolio spanning the UAE, the United Kingdom, and Europe. The Group acquired The Mere Golf Resort & Spa and is responsible for the comprehensive transformation into Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere — the Group’s flagship UK hospitality asset and a landmark expression of its commitment to building a portfolio of premium, long-term hospitality investments in Britain. Select Group’s wider portfolio encompasses more than 24.7 million square feet of residential, mixed-use, and hospitality development, including ultra-luxury branded residences in the UAE under the Six Senses and Jumeirah brands. The Group also owns and operates The Mere Golf Resort & Spa, Old Thorns Hotel & Resort, and three Delta Hotels by Marriott properties across the United Kingdom. www.select-group.ae
HOTEL CONTACTS:
Reservations RESERVATIONS.THEMERE@FAIRMONT.COM
T. +44(0) 1565 830155
Contact for restaurants RESERVATIONS.THEMERE@FAIRMONT.COM
T. +44(0) 1565 830155
MICE bookings EVENTS.THEMERE@FAIRMONT.COM
T. +44(0) 1565 830155
