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Feast your eyes on Whatley Manor’s festive offering

Feast your eyes on Whatley Manor’s festive offering

Take a leisurely winter walk in the rolling Wiltshire countryside and pick up a treat in one of its picturesque market towns before curling up in front of a crackling log fire on a Christmas or New Year break at Whatley Manor.

Highland fitness weekends at The Lovat

Highland fitness weekends at The Lovat

Fitness enthusiasts are being offered the opportunity to experience the exhilaration of the outdoors on a running and fitness break in the stunning surroundings of the Scottish Highlands.

Kendal’s Mintfest 2010 prepares for lift off

The countdown to Kendal’s Mintfest International Streets Arts Festival from September 2nd to 5th has officially begun with the release of the full line up of this year’s extraordinary performers.

Unwind on the Isle of Wight

Situated just yards from the beach at Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight, 7 Fort Victoria Cottages is a delightful 19th century property, originally used for coastal defence.

Thoughts of snow in August

Thoughts of snow in August

A blanket of snow is the furthest thing from our minds in August, although it is top of the agenda for the team at Hodsock Priory. Preparations are already well underway for Hodsock Priory’s annual snowdrop spectacular which has been hosted there for the last twenty years.

Make the Isle of Man your summer ‘staycation’

The number of tourists visiting the Isle of Man for the first time is at a five year high. With its breathtaking scenery, untouched beaches and relaxed pace of life, summer is the perfect time to follow in their footsteps and discover this jewel of an Island.

Newquay Fish Festival

Newquay Fish Festival

In less than a month the 8th Newquay Fish Festival will take place between 10 and 12 September.

Have fun in Leeds this Bank Holiday

Have fun in Leeds this Bank Holiday

It's the last bank holiday weekend of the year, so make the most of it and head to of one of the many fantastic events and activities taking place across Leeds. Here's a selection of the best from Leeds' official tourism body Visit Leeds (visitleeds.co.uk).

Fairmont St Andrews - You're virtually there

Potential visitors and event organisers at Fairmont St Andrews can now sample everything the resort has to offer from the comfort of their own desk.

Pennyhill Park Hotel announces ‘The Bakery’

Pennyhill Park Hotel and The Spa is delighted to announce that ‘The Bakery’ will open this October. Producing bread using its very own filtered bore hole water and a large selection of organic buckwheat, chestnut and rye flours The Bakery will provide the hotel with a vast array of breads and patisserie including sourdough, ciabatta and foccacia which will be available for afternoon tea and light snacks.

Luxurious Bank Holiday breaks

Luxurious Bank Holiday breaks

Looking for a luxurious Bank Holiday break at an affordable price then consult new boutique accommodation web site TheRoomCollection.com.

Bride wins dream wedding at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel

Bride wins dream wedding at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel

Last week saw the exciting conclusion of Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel’s Win a Wedding Competition which includes a fantastic 7 night honeymoon cruise. Three brides-to-be were challenged to travel the furthest distance in eight hours, returning to the Macdonald New Blossoms Hotel before a 5pm deadline.

How to build the perfect sandcastle

How to build the perfect sandcastle

This summer, mums and dads across Britain will spend thousands of hours on their hands and knees - making sandcastles for their tots and toddlers.

Revisit a 16th century job fair at Mary Arden’s Farm

Revisit a 16th century job fair at Mary Arden’s Farm

Mary Arden’s Farm, once the childhood home of Shakespeare’s mother, will host its first ‘Tudor Hiring Fair & Market’ over the bank holiday weekend from Saturday 28 – Monday 30 August.

UK self-catering breaks for golfers

UK self-catering breaks for golfers

Self catering short breaks and holidays are becoming a popular option among golfers as they enable players to tailor their holiday to fit their exact golfing preferences.