Watch as Jane Allen on behalf of Magheramorne Estate is recognised at Larne Business Awards and tells how this unique tourism business is going from strength to strength

By Valerie Martin
Published 25th Nov 2022, 13:13 BST
Updated 25th Nov 2022, 13:13 BST
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The beautiful Magheramorne Estate is the worthy first recipient of a brand new category at the Larne Business Excellence Awards – Retail, Leisure and Tourism Business of the Year.

This exclusive private hire country house venue nestled in 42 acres of mature woodlands was built more than 140 years ago as a warm and welcoming home. That same ethos is now extended to visitors, with this legendary estate the ideal location to host exquisite weddings or private, exclusive events.

The Allen family have 34 years’ experience in premier event catering and received the keys to Magheramorne Estate in March 2020, literally days before the government announced lockdown. This was devastating news; bookings had to be cancelled, emergency financial plans put in place, staff put on furlough and a new business strategy created.

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Their entrepreneurial spirit and creative thinking shone through, they embraced this challenge and secured an additional investment of £150k allowed them to fast forward on renovation plans of the bedrooms during lockdown to ensure sales could be maximised as soon as they were able to open their doors.

Jane Allen (right) of Magheramorne Estate was delighted to receive the Retail, Leisure and Tourism Business of the Year Award which was presented by National World regional director, Diane Burke. LT4-206.Jane Allen (right) of Magheramorne Estate was delighted to receive the Retail, Leisure and Tourism Business of the Year Award which was presented by National World regional director, Diane Burke. LT4-206.
Jane Allen (right) of Magheramorne Estate was delighted to receive the Retail, Leisure and Tourism Business of the Year Award which was presented by National World regional director, Diane Burke. LT4-206.