New Year, New You, New Road Hotel

Well after a great festive break and consuming our body weight in chocolate, the time has come to kick ourselves up the backside to a better, fitter and healthier crew.

However, January is the month where everyone is broke before 10th January and there is a long wait to payday........................... so we will not be signing up to any expensive gym memberships, as we know there are lots to do within the local area for FREE that will help us drop the pounds and take the inches off our love handles and muffin tops!

The New Road Crew love to get outside and have fun whilst trying to improve our health and lifestyle, some of our crew have already signed up to participate in the fantastic free exercise classes at many of the neighbouring parks.

Choose from Box Fit to Boot Camp or Abs, Tums & Bums to Outdoor Yoga – this class also releases more endorphins and reduces stress. The nearest parks to New Road Hotel are:

Stepney Green Park, Mile End, Meath Gardens and London Fields. Visit ourparks.org to book – we look forward to seeing you there.

For those of you, who like myself would prefer not to take part in a group activity and not be embarrassed by the red faced sweaty mess you become after 10 mins of physical exercise, there are some more leisurely activities that can be done in your own time and at your own pace.

Hop on a Boris Bike – we have a Santander bike rank just yards from New Road Hotel, some of our crew have taken up cycling to work instead of using the tube (we will see how long that lasts, especially when it's raining!!). Weekends are great for getting on a bike with friends and family and also a fantastic way to view some of the sights. You can also use a scooter on a cycle path – we have our very own New Road Hotel Scooter for hotel guests to use, he is fondly named Mike the Micro Scooter.

Did you know there is a cycling map, which actually looks like a tube map?

If the whole 2 wheeled thing is not for you, it's not really my cup of tea either, then another great way to get fitter is to use your two feet....................... Again why not explore our local area or perhaps an area of London you are not familiar with, you get to see far more on 2 feet than if you were sat in a cab or tube.

Visit the TfL website for some great walking routes, don't be put off when it says it's 78 miles!!! I nearly fell on the floor at the thought, but each route is broken down into much smaller and manageable routes. Download the route and it gives you very concise directions and also a little bit of history whilst pointing out points of interest along the way –so it's both educational and good for you :)

On the subject of things being good for you – the NRH Crew have attempted to try Veganuary for the month. Anyone else joining us?

We were amazed by the foods that we eat in everyday life are already vegan friendly – I bet there are some here that will surprise you.....................

Baked Beans, Peanut Butter, Tomato Ketchup, Hummus, Porridge, Crumpets AND EVEN Oreos, Pringles, Skittles & Bourbon Biscuits – well I never!

There are many health benefits to converting to a vegan diet, visit the Veganuary website to find out further details and get their starter kit. Good luck to those attempting, if you need some moral support there are several vegan social media groups in London:

London Young Vegan/Vegetarian Social Club	London	Facebook	Meetup.com
London Vegan MeetUp	London	Facebook	Meetup.com
London Vegans	London	Facebook
London Vegan Mums	London	Twitter
London Vegan & Veg Family Group	London	Facebook	Meetup.com

Here's to a happy, healthy New Year with best wishes from the New Road Hotel Crew.

THE GUARDIAN

May 2018, New Road Hotel, London: ‘Smart, fun … and part of the local story’

In east London’s Whitechapel, this converted textile factory weaves a spell with its sensitivity to local culture, design quirks – and Marco Pierre White-devised menu.

HOXTON RADIO

September 2018, Radio interview – Andreas Stumm – Head Chef of our Chophouse

Dead full X Mr White’s English Chophouse

THE TIMES

August 2018, The cool hotel guide: New Road Hotel, London E1

A ten-minute walk from the heart of cool east London, this converted factory opened as a hotel in April. It’s a mix of old and new, with bright, retro 1970s wallpaper and neon signs paired with original dark wood and metal features.

BUSINESS TRAVELLER

June 2018, Hotel review: New Road Hotel, Whitechapel, London

It's young, fun and thoughtfully designed with reference to the building and area's heritage, which in this case has a personal back story and lends to its credibility. The bar is a nice spot for a drink, whether or not you are staying at the hotel, and the communal spaces make working a pleasure. All round, it's a positive place to be.

THE BUSINESS TRAVEL MAGAZINE

June/July 2018, City's slick new meeting spaces open

The venues are designed to emphasise the balance between work, rest and play with an open-plan layout, natural light and relaxed decor.

INSIDEREI MAGAZINE

June 2018, Social Media Hotel in the trendy neighborhood of Whitechapel

The hotel is fully Millennial-ready: at the New Road Hotel no frills and instead great emphasis on "social spaces" laid.

MONDO MULIA BLOG

June 2018, Mr. White’s English Chophouse in Whitechapel

Not only was the food and drink delicious, but the contemporary ambiance offered a welcomed departure from the stuffy, old-school atmosphere we’ve grown familiar with. While you’ll certainly still be able to enjoy your classic chops, Mr. White’s refined, stylish approach will give you a few new things to indulge in.

BOUTIQUE HOTELIER

May 2018, London’s newest boutique strives to make waves in local community to guarantee success

Home to 79 quirky bedrooms, a Cereal Grind all day café and a Marco Pierre White Chophouse restaurant, New Road Hotel is headed up by general manager Joost de Kruiff who knows that forging strong relationships with local businesses and residents will be key to the property’s longevity.

New Year, New You, New Road Hotel

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