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Half term activities at Imperial War Museum North
Uncover the secrets of the deep this October half term at Imperial War Museum North in Manchester. Get hands on and discover the truth about submarines, U-Boats and the hidden life of sailors below the waves. Join in a range of family activities, including a new Sub-Club.

Take a gander at Scotland this autumn
VisitScotland, Scotland's national tourist board is encouraging visitors to follow in the webbed-footsteps of the record breaking number of geese flocking to parts of Scotland this autumn.

You’ll never walk alone in Prestatyn
Walkers are flocking to the North Wales holiday town of Prestatyn for health, history, wildlife and scenery - not to mention good company.
Journey through the afterlife at new London exhibition
On 4 November, a new exhibition will open at The British Museum that will explain how the ancient Egyptian Book of the Dead was thought to guide the deceased safely through the dangers of the underworld, ultimately ensuring eternal life.

Coastal Hotels launch The Gallivant
Coastal Hotels is delighted to announce the opening of The Gallivant hotel in Camber, East Sussex. The hotel adds to the reinvention of the British seaside holiday and marks the transformation of Camber as a chic beach destination on London's doorstep.
UK holidaymakers enjoy benefits of ‘staycations’
VisitEngland research* has revealed that the trend for UK holidaymakers taking a ‘staycation’ appears to be remaining strong, resulting in almost nine out of 10 (87 per cent) accommodation providers in England reporting they were satisfied with accommodation levels during the 2010 summer season.

Celebrate this Christmas at The Malvern
Whether you are looking for somewhere to spend Christmas or the New Year, a venue for a Christmas lunch or dinner celebration, somewhere to hold a party, or simply some time to relax The Malvern can cater for all your requirements.

Bowled over by Warner Leisure Hotels
Warner Leisure Hotels has announced its biggest ever programme of bowling breaks.
Left behind at Park Plaza Hotels
A bagful of money, a pair of 1.4-metre long stilts and a false leg are among the more unusual items that guests have left behind, according to research revealed by Park Plaza Hotels & Resorts.

Last-minute half-term fun on the Thames
Help is at hand for half-term ideas in the form of a great day out on the River Thames, courtesy of City Cruises.

Celebrate autumn at Carden Park
Carden Park hotel is encouraging guests to explore the beauty of the great outdoors this autumn with the launch of unique family friendly initiatives designed to make the most of the surrounding countryside and Chester city sights.
Swinton Park wins Good Hotel Guide 2011 Cesar Award
Swinton Park has received a prestigious César award – the Oscars of the hotel industry – from the Good Hotel Guide, the leading independent guide to hotels of character and quality in Great Britain and Ireland. Swinton Park, Masham, is named Family Hotel of the Year in the 2011 edition of the Guide which will be published on 18 October.
Christmas comes early with cottages4you
Now is the time to secure a cottage for Christmas or the New Year as according to the UK’s leading letting agency, cottages4you, October is one of the peak periods for booking a festive break.
Winter holiday offers from Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park
Whether you're travelling with friends or family, loved-ones or business associates, Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London invites you to come in from the cold with a host of warming Winter Holiday Offers at friendly, festive prices.

Trick or tea at Swissôtel The Howard, London
Swissôtel The Howard, London will continue its themed Afternoon Tea series with the Halloween Afternoon Tea from 15th to 31st October, 2010 after the successful launch of TLSee (Tea, London, Sightseeing) last year and the Wimbledon tea time this summer.