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Top 5 Brewery and Cider Tours in the UK
After a hard day’s exploring (or an easy day’s relaxing) what better way to unwind when on holiday than with an afternoon brewery tour? You can soak up the historic surroundings, learn about one of the UK’s oldest industries, and (most importantly) enjoy a tipple and perhaps buy a bottle or two to take home. Here are our top 5 recommended tours… 1. Shepherd Neame Brewery Founded in…
Guest Post: The Ideal Property To Stay In To Visit Somerset
This week’s guest post is written by Simon property owner of Penbury Barns and Cottages. Simon tells us about the delights of Somerset and why the Penbury Properties are the ideal location to explore the region further. Simon had the idea of writing for our blog after being inspired by the pleasant experience of one of his customers: Mr Don Roles. A Reminder of why…
Top 3 Regions To Visit This Bank Holiday
The upcoming bank holiday weekends offer a brilliant opportunity to get friends and family together and enjoy a change of scenery. If you’d like to spend a few days exploring some of the UK’s most stunning locations, here are a few destination ideas to get you inspired… 1. West Wales Whether you’re looking for a more active escape from city life or some time to relax…
4 Summer Festivals You Must Not Miss
The luxury festival experience with Stately Escapes After a long, grey winter and chilly spring, many of us will be looking forward to the summer sun and the world-renowned music festivals that come along with it. However, it must be admitted that few will relish the prospect of cold tents or queuing for Portaloos. If you want to combine the festival circuit experience with all…
WIN A free Holiday!
Whom amongst you have not dreamt of being ‘lord of the manor’ or ever wished he could ‘live like a king’? Nobody? very well then, you may read on! Our friends at Simplychateau have created a Facebook Quiz which could allow you to win a one week long stay for 8 in the villa, mansion or castle of your dreams in France, the UK or…
Top 3 Staycation Destinations for Summer 2013
Despite the lure of cheap flights and guaranteed sun, many are now choosing to swap foreign destinations for a holiday in the UK. Easily accessible holiday spots, less-crowded beaches, a (relatively!) unlimited luggage allowance and the sheer beauty and variety of the UK mean that staycations are more popular than ever. Saving money on flights and transport also means that those who holiday at home…
Food Glorious Food: The UK’s Most Exciting Regional Dishes
Hot on the heels of The X Factor comes a brand new ITV talent show from Simon Cowell, but this time the focus is on all things culinary. Food Glorious Food, a quest to find the best traditional regional dishes in the UK, is sure to whet the appetites of intrepid gastro-travellers, and fortunately the British Isles are home to a variety of delicious curiosities for all…
Rambles and Brambles: A Casual Holiday in the Countryside
Along with experiencing some free British culture, there are plenty of ways to make the most of your Stately Escapes break. Luxury holiday homes, cottages, and castles are across the UK and Ireland are fantastic places to get away from the big city and enjoy some new experiences in the countryside. Whether you are searching for Nessie in Scotland, hiking in the Lake District, or…
Soaking-Up The Home Counties In Surrey
Surrey is a British home county – much of Surrey is designated as Green Belt area, green and leafy with beautiful woodland. Surrey is made up of English villages and historic towns such as Guildford which is a favourite of mine. I love the high street which is great for its boutique shopping as well as the well-known high street brands. Farnham is another favourite, smaller…
Top 3 Winter Holiday Destinations in Scotland
It’s Winter, Would Should I do? During the cold winter months in Scotland it can be easy to think about escaping for some winter sunshine, but if you know how to make the most of it Scotland can be a fantastic winter holiday destination! You may not get the sunshine but in the Highlands you’re usually guaranteed some snow! This makes a winter sports…
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