102 Barton Road, Torquay, TQ2 7NY
102 Barton Road, Torquay, TQ2 7NY
Working closely with the Fragrance Group on the new build of Hotel Indigo Torquay, which replaced the former Corbyn Head Hotel. The project covered everything from early stage consultancy and design through to the full supply, coordination, and installation of the catering equipment and bar areas. From the outset, it was a highly collaborative job, working alongside other trades, interior designers & the main contractor to ensure everything came together smoothly within an active construction site.
The main kitchen on the ground floor was designed as the heart of the operation, supporting breakfast, lunch, and evening service for the hotel’s main dining area. It features an Electrolux 900XP cookline, Rational combination ovens, a double hood dishwashing system, all arranged to provide a practical and efficient workflow for a busy service environment.
Behind the central dividing wall, bespoke stainless steel fabrication by CED provided dedicated preparation and bakery areas, keeping operational zones separate from the open kitchen pass. This design approach helped maintain an attractive front-of-house presentation while ensuring an efficient back-of-house working environment.
Our specialist refrigeration team also installed walk-in chiller and freezer rooms, providing reliable cold storage capacity to support daily hotel operations.
A key feature of the project was the installation of the hotel’s main bar area. One of the most challenging aspects involved positioning a bespoke one piece 5-metre stainless steel back bar unit. Due to restricted site access and the size of the fabricated unit, careful logistical planning and close coordination with other contractors were required.
Working alongside the shopfitting team, we also installed commercial frost-top display units for the breakfast buffet area and a bespoke open food pass incorporating stainless steel fabrication and premium stone worktops. These elements helped create a seamless connection between the kitchen and front-of-house dining experience while complementing the hotel’s contemporary interior design.
Located on the fourth floor, the rooftop kitchen serves Hotel Indigo Torquay’s popular cocktail terrace with spectacular views over Torbay.
This fully self-contained satellite kitchen was equipped with an Electrolux 900XP cookline, Rational combi oven, walk-in chiller, and commercial dishwashing system, enabling efficient preparation and service of a small plates menu in a compact space.
We also supplied and installed a modular stainless steel bar system designed to maximise efficiency within the rooftop venue. The result is a flexible, organised, and durable bar and kitchen areas, supporting high customer volumes while taking full advantage of the terrace’s panoramic coastal views.
