Brandshatch Place Hotel & Spa, the elegant Georgian country house set within the Kent countryside, has appointed Matthew Selch as General Manager, reinforcing Hand Picked Hotels’ ambition for the hotel to be regarded as one of the South East’s most distinctive destinations for private hire, weddings, and bespoke events.
Matthew Selch brings over a decade of senior leadership with deep operational experience, creative vision and a passion for transforming events into meaningful, lasting memories. His approach centres on inspiring teams to deliver exceptional service that feels intuitive, thoughtful, and effortless. His appointment signals a renewed energy and a strengthened focus on highly personalised, bespoke experiences at Brandshatch Place Hotel & Spa.
Central to Matthew Selch’s philosophy is cultivating a guest-first culture, empowering teams to take ownership of the guest journey and deliver service that consistently exceeds expectations. By nurturing an environment built on pride, accountability and creativity, he aims to ensure a consistent experience across every touchpoint.
Matthew Selch stated:
“Brandshatch Place Hotel & Spa is a truly special property. The hotel’s Georgian elegance, combined with the intimacy and exclusivity the property offers, makes it an exceptional setting for private celebrations and events. My focus is on creating experiences that feel entirely bespoke, from intimate weddings to large-scale celebrations, delivered with precision, warmth, and personality.”
The position of Brandshatch Place Hotel & Spa within the Kent market is also strengthened through carefully selected local partnerships. These collaborations include working with Mount Vineyard, West Kent Shooting School and London Golf Club which all introduce a new layer of hand picked guest experiences, from private leisure activities to distinctive corporate incentives.
Matthew’s previous roles have spanned both General Manager and Deputy General Manager positions with leading hospitality brands including Village Hotels, De Vere Hotels during the transition of The Belfry Hotel, Q Hotels and he started out as a graduate within Marriott International.
Julia Hands, Chair of Hand Picked Hotels, commented:
“We are delighted to welcome Matthew to Hand Picked Hotels. His breadth of experience, commercial insight and guest-focused leadership style make him a strong addition to the team at Brandshatch Place. This appointment reflects our continued focus on investing in high-calibre leaders who can drive performance while delivering outstanding guest experiences.”
With Matthew at the helm, Brandshatch Place Hotel & Spa enters a new chapter defined by elevated service, thoughtful curation, and a refined approach to events, further building its reputation as a highly regarded private-hire venue in the South East.