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Legal and regulatory requirements for running a bed and breakfast in the UK. Articles cover health and safety, tax, insurance, accessibility, data protection and pricing.
Choosing the Optimum Size for a B&B
Work out the right size B&B for your situation before falling in love with a property and overcommitting yourself.
Data Protection and Privacy Policies
B&B owners need to understand data protection laws and create privacy policies to keep guest information safe.
Health and Safety Requirements for B&B Accommodation
B&B owners need to handle fire safety, kitchen regulations and guest access areas, with fire risk assessments now required by law.
Housekeeping at Your B&B
Daily cleaning checklists and attention to detail are what separate successful B&Bs from ones guests won't return to.
How Much Profit Can a B&B Make?
Real profit from a B&B depends on your location, costs and occupancy, not a one-size-fits-all number.
Insurance for a Bed and Breakfast Business
Make sure your B&B is properly insured by notifying your provider of all business activities and guest services offered.
Legal Aspects of Running a Bed and Breakfast
Know the legal rules for running a B&B, from guest terms to cancellation policies and handling problem bookings.
Providing Access for Guests with a Disability
B&B owners must provide accessibility information and make reasonable changes to welcome disabled guests under disability discrimination law.
Questionnaire: Are You the Right Person to Run a B&B?
Check if you're cut out for B&B ownership with honest questions about your temperament, lifestyle and business mindset.
Questionnaire: What Is the Target Market for Your B and B?
Figure out who actually wants to stay at your B&B by answering these key questions about your location and guests.
Relevance of Anti-Discrimination Laws
How anti-discrimination laws affect bed and breakfast owners' hiring practices, guest access and property management.
Setting Room Rates
Adjust your B&B room rates based on demand and season to boost profits while staying competitive with hotels and other guest houses.
Should I Offer Evening Meals at My B&B?
Should you add evening meals to your B&B, and what costs and kitchen standards would that actually involve.
Should You Sell Alcohol in Your B&B?
Offering alcohol at your B&B requires a license, even if you call it free, and guest-brought drinks create legal grey areas you should understand.
Small Business Accounts and Tax
Keep proper records of every transaction and you can handle B&B accounts and taxes yourself or hand them to a professional.
Using Social Networking to Increase Bookings
Social media can help bed and breakfasts attract younger guests and fill more rooms by building an online presence on Facebook, Twitter and niche sites.