STUART EARP HOSPITALITY
Where Experience Meets Excellence
At Stuart Earp Hospitality, I provide expert consultancy across all aspects of the hospitality industry, with a focus on committee-run venues and family-run businesses such as event venues, hotels, bars, restaurants, and cafés. With years of hands-on experience, I understand the unique challenges and opportunities these establishments face. From improving operational efficiency and training staff to enhancing the guest experience and shaping long-term strategy, my tailored approach helps you strengthen performance while preserving the character and values that make your venue unique. Whether you’re developing a committee-led club or growing a family-run business, I’m here to support your success every step of the way.
ABOUT STUART EARP HOSPITALITY
MEET STUART EARP
With over 30 years of experience in senior hospitality management, I’ve built my career leading event venues, hotels, pubs, members clubs, and multi-site operations through change, growth, and transformation. I’ve been fortunate to work across some incredible venues — from independent boutique hotels to prestigious members clubs — and I now bring that depth of experience to clients through Stuart Earp Hospitality.
I specialise in helping hospitality businesses increase profitability, streamline operations, comply with all health and safety legislation and deliver exceptional guest experiences. Whether it's turning around underperforming sites, building high-performing teams, or driving commercial strategy, I offer practical, results-driven support tailored to the unique needs of each venue.
Throughout my career, I’ve held leadership roles at well-known establishments such as the Royal Southampton Yacht Club, Red Lion Hotel in Salisbury, Fullers White Buck and Pilgrim Inn, and Devere Royal Bath and Belfry Hotels. In every role, my focus has been the same: to deliver operational excellence, improve margins and compliance and create environments where both teams and guests thrive.
WHAT I CAN DO FOR YOU AND YOUR BUSINESS
At Stuart Earp Hospitality, I offer practical, results-focused support to hospitality businesses looking to improve performance, compliance, profitability, and guest satisfaction. I work closely with owners, managers, and teams to identify where operations can be streamlined, where revenue opportunities are being missed, and how service delivery can be enhanced. Whether it's refining your cost controls, improving team performance, developing a stronger guest experience, or creating a more effective sales and marketing strategy, I bring decades of real-world leadership experience to the table. I understand the daily pressures of running a hospitality venue — from staffing and budgeting to compliance, health and safety, and customer care — and my goal is always to deliver clear, achievable solutions that create measurable impact. Whether you're running a hotel, a members club or a food & beverage or conference & events venue, I’ll help you take a fresh, informed approach to the challenges you're facing and support you in building a stronger, safer, and more sustainable business.
SERVICES
EXPERIENCE
Business Manager
Providing full strategic and operational leadership of the club’s diverse facilities, overseeing clubhouse operations, event planning and delivery, marketing, finance, membership services and HR. Focused on enhancing member experience, streamlining operations, and driving sustainable growth across all areas.
General Manager
Responsible for managing all operations of a 45-bedroom hotel and spa, including overseeing sales, HR, budgeting, and menu development. Instrumental in driving business growth by building strong local partnerships, enhancing team performance, and maintaining high service standards throughout the property.
General Manager
Successfully managed Fuller’s White Buck and Pilgrim Inn, driving significant profit growth through the implementation of innovative food and beverage concepts, effective cost control measures, and a strong focus on enhancing the overall guest experience. Consistently improved performance and satisfaction across both high-profile sites.
Group Operations Manager
As Group Operations Manager at New Forest Hotels, I led the acquisition, refurbishment, and reopening of Burley Manor, achieving a 4-star rating. I also delivered group-wide cost savings, launched a trainee development programme, and significantly increased profitability and weddings and conference business.
General Manager
As General Manager of the historic Red Lion Hotel in Salisbury, I successfully reduced operating costs, improved guest satisfaction scores, and led the property to win South Wiltshire Tourism Business of the Year on two occasions. Focused on team development, operational efficiency, and elevating the guest experience.
De Vere Hotels
Conference & Events Manager
As Conference & Events Manager at The Belfry and The Royal Bath Hotel, I oversaw the delivery of prestigious events, including three Ryder Cups, Norman Wisdom’s birthday celebration, and functions for members of the Royal Family and top football clubs. Consistently ensured flawless service and high standards for VIP guests and large-scale occasions.