Get away from it all this May
Those wanting a short break away without paying for the rising value of the Euro can find fantastic offers right here in the UK. There’s no time wasted checking in at airports or travelling either! The award-winning Holbeck Ghyll Country House Hotel promises the perfect base for both couples and families. Situated in the Lake District and boasting views over Lake Windermere, this boutique hotel offers plenty to do on its doorstep that will keep all ages entertained. Dining is a memorable and gastronomic experience with a Michelin Star restaurant offering a gourmet feast each evening. With both hotel and self-catering accommodation to choose from there’s something for everyone this May.
Some of the offers available include:
Special Midweek Luxury Hotel Breaks
Prices start from £125 per person, per night for midweek breaks throughout May to include breakfast and three-course dinner in the Michelin-star restaurant. Available for a minimum of two nights, the package is perfectly suited for visitors to the Cumberland Ale Keswick Mountain Festival which runs from 14–18 May, just a short drive away in Keswick. Visitors to the festival will enjoy an activity based programme of guided walks, training in hill skills and conservation, ghyll scrambling and water sports, in addition to lectures, films, equipment demonstrations and exhibitions.
Self-Catering Mini Holiday – Under £110 per person
Prices start from £650 for five-nights for a special self-catering break in the Lake District, valid from Sunday to Thursday inclusive during May. The accommodation is offered at the newly-opened The Gatehouse at Holbeck Ghyll, a detached three-bedroom bungalow with garden overlooking the fields of Holbeck Ghyll.
Sleeping six, The Gatehouse offers the ease and independence of self-catering accommodation combined with utilising the hotel’s extensive facilities – including the option of a daily maid service. Staying in the heart of Beatrix Potter country with views of Lake Windermere, The Gatehouse is just a few minutes’ drive to The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, where every bank holiday in May, Peter Rabbit himself will make an entrance, and on Friday 30 May families are invited to have afternoon tea with Potter’s favorite characters.
Miss Potter’s Secret Hideaway
Prices start from £235 per person per night for special midweek breaks on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis, for a minimum of two nights during May. Staying in the luxurious Miss Potter Suite, this detached property has magnificent views over Lake Windermere and the Lakeland fells and boasts a large private terrace with sunken hot tub, sun loungers and dining table. A three-course dinner is included in the Michelin-star restaurant. Renee Zellweger herself stayed at this hotel during the filming of Miss Potter, and for fans of the film, Holbeck Ghyll can even organise a day seeing the film locations, hearing behind the scenes stories and a lot more!
Facilities at Holbeck Ghyll include a croquet lawn, putting green, tennis court, gym, steam room, sauna and spa treatment rooms.
For bookings visit Holbeckghyll.com.
