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Homecoming Scotland launches finale celebrations
The Homecoming Scotland 2009 Finale Celebrations launched last week, creating the biggest programme of events ever co-ordinated to mark St Andrew’s Day, Scotland’s National Day.
Living history at Ingleby Manor
Ingleby Manor, a stunning Grade II*, 16th Century Manor House, was built from the generosity of Henry VIII to the powerful Eure family in the early 1500s, possibly with some of the riches from the Dissolution of the Monasteries.
A foray into fungus at Pensthorpe Nature Reserve
Pensthorpe Nature Reserve & Gardens, near Fakenham in Norfolk, famous for hosting BBC Springwatch, is running two Fungus Foray workshops with local expert Dr. Tony Leech at 10am and 1.30pm on Thursday 29th October 2009.
Bournemouth Christmas Market set for international revamp
Bournemouth’s coveted Christmas market is set for an international revamp this year with the introduction of ‘The Bournemouth Festive Village’.
Try Wiltshire for an alternative short break
VisitWiltshire is positioning the county as an alternative destination for shopping/city breaks.
Experience the spectacular autumn colours of Scotland
Instead of flying to New England to witness stunning autumn foliage, VisitScotland is inviting lovers of gardens and the outdoors to choose the environmentally-friendly option as well as making the most of their holiday budgets by exploring home-grown autumn highlights.
Stratford-upon-Avon to host Halloween Festival
The 4th annual Halloween Festival in Stratford-upon-Avon is to take place at the award winning Creaky Cauldron museum in Henley Street from Thursday 1 October – Sunday 1 November.
Find a home from home this halt-term holiday
For October half-term, Coastal Cottages of Pembrokeshire is highlighting 10 per cent savings on the rental of four beautiful barn conversions – all with exposed stonework and beamed ceilings – set around a courtyard just a few miles from the coastal village of Little Haven.
The perfect break for chocolate lovers
The luxurious Lindeth Howe Country House Hotel is launching a new two night ‘Chocolate Lovers’ Break’ during National Chocolate Week in October.
Late summer camping discounts in Devon
Bring your tent, touring caravan or motorhome to North Devon for a late summer break and enjoy savings of 25%. This special deal, on offer from Woolacombe Bay Holiday Parks, applies to stays of a minimum of three nights in duration for breaks completed by 24 October at all four of the company’s Parks in the seaside village of Woolacombe.
Edinburgh voted top city to ‘see before you die’!
Walking out of Waverley Station and seeing the iconic silhouette of Edinburgh Castle against the skyline is enough to stop most visitors in their tracks.
Stratford hotel shortlisted for tourism Oscars
The Menzies Welcombe Hotel Spa & Golf Club has been shortlisted as a finalist in this year’s Heart of England Excellence in Tourism Awards.
Sample a taste of Norfolk at The Globe Inn
Between September 6 and December 17 why not pack your bags and head for the The Globe Inn at Wells-Next-the Sea, to take advantage of the fantastic autumn room rates they have on offer.
Cornish hotel offers private island nuptials
'Islands in the Stream' is widely recognised as a first dance for many a couple across the UK. Cornish bolthole hotel, Barclay House, is quite literally putting the lyrics into action with the chance for couples to take their vows on their very own private island.
Fairytales do come true at The Levin
The Levin Hotel is offering to pamper brides to be, at this exclusive 12-bedroom boutique hotel in the heart of Knightsbridge, and take away the stress of searching for that perfect wedding dress.