A new general manager has been appointed at the Isle of Wight’s Seaview Hotel and Restaurant.

Mark Jeanes, originally from Weymouth, took up the role in March.

He has over 30 years of experience in the industry in the UK, North America and the Maldives.

Most recently, Mark was general manager of the legendary Eldorado Hotel & Resort, Kelowna, British Columbia.

In his long career with Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, Mark worked in many different locations in Western Canada and US - from Seattle, Vancouver, Kananaskis, to Jasper and Whistler.

Mark said: "I am excited to be coming back closer to my roots, and to be joining the Seaview team.

"We will be working together to bring many memorable moments to our guests and employees."

Seaview Hotel owner Martin Gardener said: "I’m delighted to have Mark join us at this time.

"The Seaview Hotel’s well-established reputation together with Mark’s wealth of experience will make for exciting times ahead."

Mark also worked in London and in the Maldives.