15^th January 2016

Could Peebles Hydro be advertising the best job in the world?

As the nation trudges through ‘Blue Monday’, widely believed to be the most depressing day of the year, and the thought of getting out of bed and going to work is too much for many, Peebles Hydro may have just the antidote to those January blues – a job, career and escape to put a smile on even the weariest of faces...

Peebles Hydro are recruiting for a Head of Fun.

The 125-year-old hotel, located in the heart of the Scottish Borders and under 25 miles from Edinburgh, is searching for someone energetic and creative who can lead the way on all the fun things guests can do at the rural resort, from running the Bike Zone to creating innovative activities to engage children in the Kids Club.

Usually landing on the third Monday of January, this year’s Blue Monday has arrived on January 18^th 2016 and, at what is a notoriously gloomy time of year for many people, Peebles Hydro hope their new job opening will inspire people to dump the desk job and apply to be part of something special where no one day is the same. 

Patrick Diack, General Manager of Peebles Hydro, commented:

“We cannot think of a better time of year to recruit for a Head of Fun. January can be such a gruelling time of year for many and perhaps ‘Blue Monday’ will bring us some amazing applicants who are ready to have some fun at Peebles Hydro. The position is certainly not a desk job, this is a hand-on position for someone who gets a kick out of bringing a smile to the faces of people of all ages and is adept at connecting with people.”

Peebles Hydro, part of the Crieff Hydro Family of Hotels, is a hotel steeped in history welcoming visitors for over a century. A traditional grand building, Peebles Hydro has embraced the modern, while retaining its heritage and appeal as an idyllic and relaxing country retreat, offering a state-of-the art gym and pool, a luxuriously rejuvenating spa, a beautifully refurbished grand dining room and an array of leisure activities for guests to enjoy in the leisure resort.

To apply to be the Head of Fun at Peebles Hydro, visit www.crieffhydro.com/leisure/our-jobs/

www.peebleshydro.co.uk

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For media enquiries, - contact:

Anna Gunn, Volpa, on 01738 700135 or a.gunn@volpa.co.uk

For press visits, contact:

Stephen Vick, Crieff Hydro Family of Hotels, Stephen.vick@crieffhydro.com

Notes to Editors

Peebles Hydro

Peebles Hydro is a unique combination of things old and new. The grand old building houses, amongst other things, 132 bedrooms, a state-of-the-art gym and pool, and a newly refurbished grand dining room. Its idyllic location in the heart of the Scottish Borders make it an ideal retreat from city life and a fantastic base for activity holidays.

Peebles Hydro has been welcoming guests through its doors for over 150 years. Set in 30 acres of the beautiful borders countryside, the Hydro has its own spa, numerous leisure activities including bike hire and free childcare is available to all guests.

About Crieff Hydro Family of Hotels

Crieff Hydro Family of Hotels is a collection of eight properties all set within locations that act as an ideal base to explore the heart and soul of Scotland and the North of England. Each hotel is either steeped in history, or set within a historic location. The Family includes something for everyone. From 21 to 215 bedrooms, onsite activities, various dining options, corporate events, team building, and leisure facilities.

What makes each hotel special? The people who make it work: bringing to each one a sense of individuality, local knowledge and a real passion for what we do. Each hotel offers a warm welcome, a tailored experience, and all the ideas you need to create inspired itineraries.