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Tee Time | Golfing Escapes

June 30, 2023 Shannon Peacock Golf Hotels, Hobbies and Sports

Looking to find the perfect golf resort this summer? You’re in luck! The UK is home to 43 of the Golf World Top 100 courses in the world and we’ve curated a collection of some of our favourites. Whether you’re planning a golfing getaway, a family holiday, or a weekend escape, it’s time to tee off and read on to discover your perfect golf resort for this summer. BEST WESTERN DARTMOUTH GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Set in 225 acres of rolling South Hams countryside is just a few minutes drive from the popular naval town of Dartmouth. Best Western Dartmouth

UK Bucket List

May 11, 2022 Chloe Rutt Edinburgh, Fine Dining, Hobbies and Sports, National Parks, Scotland, Staycation, Uncategorized, Wales

The UK has some truly awe-inspiring locations that should be on your bucket list. In this blog, we’ve selected some of the UK’s top attractions and destinations to add to your list, perfect for your next staycation. From Scotland to Salisbury, the UK is steeped in culture, nature and history, waiting to be explored. Scotland’s UNESCO Trail Just launched last year, the worlds first UNESCO trail links 13 designated sites, including World Heritage Sites, Biospheres, Global Geoparks and Creative Cities. This digital trail takes you on a cultural journey around Scotland. Along this bucket list trail you’ll experience the natural

Enjoy the Style of a Country Park Hotel

February 18, 2022 Jan Dee Countryside Hotels, England, Gloucester Hotel, Lake District, National Parks

From the rolling green countryside of the Cotswolds to the prairie-like look of the Fens or the charm and appeal of Devon and its country lanes and coastal landscapes; getting into the country is good for your wellbeing. And for an additional tonic, turn a day away into an overnight stay! Choose a hotel that beautifully succeeds in creating the country park hotel décor and atmosphere that’s so popular today. Alternatively, get back to nature and pick a country park lodge for a taste of tranquillity and seclusion. Where to get your country park hotel fix Think of Cheltenham and

Spotlight On: The New Forest Lodge

February 27, 2020 Jan Dee National Parks, Spotlight on

Location The New Forest Lodge is a delightful country Lodge set in the charming village of Landford in Wiltshire. Beautifully located on the northern perimeter of the New Forest within the National Park, the Lodge is situated within close proximity to Southampton, Salisbury and the iconic site of Stonehenge. Explore the stunning sights of the National Park that are just on your doorstep with a stay at the New Forest Lodge. From walking and cycling routes to witnessing the spectacle of the abundance of wildlife that call the New Forest National Park home, you will never run out of things

Films, food, flights & a flutter for Father’s Day!

June 6, 2019 Jan Dee England, Hobbies and Sports, Royal Ascot

We’ve found four fabulous experiences that would make ideal gifts for Father’s Day! For the foodie fanatic father, the big screen film father, the fashionable flutter-on-the-horses father or the petrol head dad with an aviation addiction, we’ve got Father’s Day presents wrapped and ready to thrill! Stanley Kubrick Exhibition For the first time, the internationally acclaimed touring exhibition about the life and work of Stanley Kubrick is coming to Britain. Running at the Design Museum on Kensington High Street in London, the exhibition shows how he created the genre defining worlds for his films and how London was his inventive

Spring getaways to get excited about!

March 15, 2019 Jan Dee Afternoon Tea, All Locations, Coastal Hotels, Discounted Rates, England, Events, Glamping, Norfolk

February really spoiled us with record-breaking high temperatures. Those blue sky, warm sunny days have encouraged the snowdrops to herald spring, daffodils to stand tall and crocuses to bow to the sun. And they’ve got us excited about spring getaways too! After the gloom of winter, these next few months are a fabulous time to take a UK break. Easter is around the corner and there are two Bank Holidays in May following shortly after, so a long weekend away is most definitely at the top of many peoples’ most wanted lists this spring! Days & Nights in Norfolk Norfolk

A Super Spa Stay at Ringwood Hall Hotel & Spa

March 5, 2019 Jan Dee All Locations, England, Fine Dining, Hobbies and Sports, Spas and Bars

Relaxing is easy with a stay at Ringwood Hall Hotel & Spa! Combine a gorgeous manor hall in a great location with luxury spa facilities for the ultimate getaway. Set in Chesterfield, this hotel boasts a four star AA status and sits on the gateway to the Peak District. The Garden Secret Spa In 2018, Ringwood Hall Hotel & Spa opened The Garden Secret Spa. The spa building features the Vitality Pool, Herbal Sauna, Foot Spas, Himalayan Salt Sauna, Blossom Steam Room, plus much more! These premier facilities offer something for everyone, with the main aim to sooth the body

Explore North Yorkshire in 2019!

January 21, 2019 Jan Dee All Locations, Countryside Hotels, England, National Parks, Yorkshire Hotels

For cyclists, ramblers and countryside lovers, North Yorkshire is definitely worth adding to the 2019 bucket list! From quaint villages that are perfect for relaxation, through to taking on the mighty Yorkshire Three Peaks challenge, there is much to be enjoyed in this region of the UK. Visiting Northallerton Northallerton is a great base for exploring all the North Yorkshire countryside. Why not visit the Church of All Saints, which dates back to 1120? Additionally, The Fleece Inn is a stand-out attraction in the town. It’s one of the oldest pubs in Northallerton and even welcomed Charles Dickens in the

Explore The Lizard Peninsula with a stay at Paris Hotel!

November 30, 2018 Jan Dee Hobbies and Sports

Beautiful beaches, Atlantic coves and great coastal walks. The Cornish pasty, clotted cream and Yarn cheese. Cornwall has so many attractions from the land, the sea and the plate! No wonder the county continues to be a UK hotspot! The Lizard Peninsula is a great place to explore. It’s a beautiful setting any time of the year and has inspired many writers and artists. The rocks and cliffs of the coastline provide shelter to picturesque fishing villages and small cottages. Visitors will also see some exceptional plants and wildflowers along the many pathways. Designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Lizard

Get outside and enjoy National Parks Week!

July 18, 2018 Jan Dee National Parks

We’re flying the flag for National Parks Week which takes place from Sunday 22 to Sunday 29 July. Aimed at encouraging families to get outside and enjoy the great outdoors with seaside safaris, forest walks and parkland adventure, the festival celebrates all 15 National Parks in the UK and provides us with the perfect excuse to delve a little deeper into the delights of six of the nation’s parks. South Downs National Park The newest National Park is South Downs with encompasses hundreds of square kilometres of woodland, busy market towns, rolling chalk uplands and river valleys. Visitors can find