A HOSPITALITY company is planning further expansion after marking its first year in business.

Amanda Jackson and Victoria Brunton admit their venture Hospitality Guaranteed has exceeded their expectations for its first year in business.

Having started out in Ms Jackson's home, the company now has offices in The Old Brewery, at Castle Eden, County Durham, and has a client base of private and blue-chip companies.

It recently launched a website, with an online booking system.

Ms Brunton said: "To be honest, we are a bit surprised at how quickly we have grown in just 12 months, and we will definitely need more staff before the end of this year."

The company has worked with Business Link North-East (BLNE) to help with its growth plans and in developing the website.

Colin Willis, of BLNE, said: "We are delighted they are expanding, creating jobs and doing so well."