UK & Irish Country House Hotels & Spas

Spend a Day at Prince Charles’ Highgrove Gardens

adcision — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 16:30:08 +0000

This is definitely an event you cannot miss. The winner of the British Travel Awards 2009 for Hotel Chain of the Year, Buckland Manor has organized a tour of Highrove Gardens, the home of Prince Charles. The tour will include coach travel to and from Highgrove.

Contact the Hotel for more details. “Numbers are strictly limited but we are hoping to be able to repeat this later in the year.”

Come for the Seabirds Festival and Stay at Adare Manor

adcision — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 21:36:42 +0000

You have all month to see the puffins at the Cliffs of Moher. The Seabirds Festival runs from April 1 – April 30, 2010. Don’t miss the wildlife guided tours, the wildlife lectures, and the sea bird identification.

Complete your weekend of wildlife with the ultimate luxury five star vacation destination – Adare Manor Hotel & Golf Resort. Stay two nights and get a third night free!

Spring is here … Hotel 41 is offering a VIP Chelsea Flower Show Experience

adcision — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 16:41:29 +0000

Combine a stay at one of the top hotels in the UK with the world’s favorite Flower Show:

This offer is valid from 28th until 30th May 2010

The world’s favourite Flower Show will blossom once again in Chelsea, from Tuesday the 25th to Saturday the 29th of May – and we’re offering a special two night package to help you make the most of this wonderful event.

With so much to see and experience it’s a lot to fit into a single day. So it really makes sense to stay somewhere that’s not only nearby, but supremely welcoming and comfortable, for at least one night, but ideally two. That way you arrive nice and fresh, so there’s less chance of you wilting in the afternoon!

The Milestone Hotel fits the bill admirably, and this special flower show package includes a host of those little extras that make a huge difference on the day.

Includes:

Two nights accommodation in the luxurious room or suite of your choice
Full English breakfast on every day of your stay
Complimentary transfer to Chelsea Flower show
Those booking for TWO or more nights also enjoy complimentary afternoon tea in the hotel on one afternoon

In addition, you qualify for exclusive access to “The Director’s Hospitality Day” on Saturday 29th May:

Entrance tickets to the show (available Saturday 29th May only)
Show catalogue
Morning coffee and patisserie on arrival from 9am
Champagne and canapé reception
Three course luncheon with accompanying wines plus coffee, port and brandy, complimentary bar from 11am – 5pm
Traditional afternoon tea
Hostess in attendance to ensure the smooth running of your day
Guest wallet containing the day’s itinerary and information

Prices start from £427.00 per night (excluding vat) based on two people sharing a Superior Double room for two nights. Bookings must include Saturday 20th May 2010. This package is offered subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply

Click here to take advantage of this offer.

Hurry! Get to the Lake District for Easter

adcision — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 15:53:57 +0000

Linthwaite House Hotel is offering Easter weekend discounts you can’t miss.

Easter Breaks in the Lake District 2010

50% Off Bank Holiday Monday!

This Bank Holiday we are offering a fantastic discount on our Room and Breakfast rates so why not come after the crowds have gone with an overnight stay at Linthwaite!

Rates start from £110 per room (was £220) including room and full English breakfast.

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The last couple of springs have brought amazing weather to the Lakes – April can actually be one of the better months in the North with less rain than August and as much sunshine as in the summer months!

The date for Good Friday is 2nd April 2010 and Easter Monday is 5th April 2010.

What are the components of a great Easter Break in the Lake District? How about relaxed comfy surroundings, amazing views over lakes and mountains, beautiful spring gardens and great food? If that sounds good to you then Linthwaite House Hotel is the ideal escape!

Spend three nights at the hotel on a dinner, room and breakfast basis (inc. vat & service), for a special Easter
break.

Join us on either Friday 2nd April, or Saturday 3rd April for the three nights, and make the most of the bank holiday!

On arrival, you will receive an Easter Tea, which will include delicious cakes from the famous ‘Betty’s of Harrogate’, and a complementary Easter egg!

You can also take part in our Easter Goose Egg rolling competition for free! This will give you the chance to win one of our ‘egg-cellent’ prizes!

1st Prize – one complimentary night in our beautiful Loft Suite on a bed and breakfast basis
2nd Prize – a Steiff Easter Rabbit
3rd Prize – a Betty’s of Harrogate chocolate egg

To book, or if you would like any more information, please do not hesitate in contacting our reservations team – 015394 88600 or email stay@linthwaite.com.

Standard rooms	£129 – £139 per person per night
Superior standard rooms	£157 per person per night
Preferred rooms	£175 per person per night
Junior Suite	£202 per person per night
Loft Suite	£263 per person per night

Find an ‘Ideal Husband’ at Dalhousie Castle

adcision — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 15:22:53 +0000

‘An Ideal Husband’ at Dalhousie Castle and Spa
Friday 11 June 2010

The events team at Dalhousie Castle welcomes you:

“Join us for a wonderful outdoor production of the renowned ‘An Ideal Husband’ performed by Heartbreak Productions.

The production takes place in the grounds of the Castle, a beautiful backdrop for the event. In addition we have Food and Drink available in tents, at reasonable prices, to complete the outdoor experience.

For more information please contact Events at Dalhousie Castle on 01875 825717.”

The West End comes to Fawsley Hall.

adcision — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 09:00:59 +0000

Showstoppers from the Cameo Opera.

Friday 7th May.

Cameo Opera, well known for their intimate and innovative presentations of opera and musical theatre return once again to Fawsley Hall to present a cork popping, lively and memorable evening featuring SHOWSTOPPERS from the West End and Broadway musicals. The programme will feature smash hits from the Roaring 20′s to the present time, with favourites from Showboat, Porgy and Bess, The Boyfriend, The Merry Widow, South Pacific, My Fair Lady, Phantom of the Opera, West Side Story, Les Miserables, Cats, West Side Story, and much, much more. An evening of musical theatre not to be missed!

Tickets are priced at £63.50 per person, and include a three course dinner. Please contact reservations on 01327 892000 to book. Book now!

Firmdale’s March Special Offer

adcision — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:50:41 +0000

If you missed their February special offer, here is your chance to get to the Firmdale.

SPECIAL MARCH RATE

Dine in style in one of the several private rooms from £50 per person including a glass of champagne and a 3 course meal.

For further information and reservations call 020 7287 4434 or
email events@firmdale.com.

Latymer Italian Wine Dinner

adcision — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 18:43:19 +0000

An excellent opportunity to wine ‘n’ dine at the Pennyhill Park Hotel:

Head Sommelier Davide Vaccarini has teamed up with regional expert and host for the evening Edoardo Amadi to present some of their favourite Italian wines to showcase its diversity.

Wines to feature include…

Franciacorta Villa Crespia, Muratori, Lombardia for an aperitif
Etna Bianco Rampante, Russo Vincenzi, Sicilia
Ribolla Gialla di Oslavia, Primosic, Friuli Venezia Giulia
Brunello Di Montalcino, Ferrero, Toscana
Malvasia Castelnuovo Don Bosco, Marchesi di Barolo, Piemonte
… to name just a few!

Champagne reception and a ten-course dinner in the Latymer with wine

Arrive 7.15pm for 8.00pm

£145 per person

Special accommodation rates available from £175 (room only) for guests attending this event

To book, call +44 (0) 1276 486156

Fashion for all Occasions with Elliotts at Chewton Glen

adcision — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 09:34:46 +0000

For those who couldn’t make to New York or Paris for the spring fashion shows, Chewton Glen is presenting Elliotts of Lymington.

Thursday 18th March 2010

A lunchtime fashion show highlighting a fabulous array of outfits designed to take you through the most hectic social calendar, will be presented by Elliotts of Lymington. Themed to include Eveningwear, Casual Weekend Away, Cruise Wear, Special Occasion and Mother of the Bride, we will be showing outfits for men and women from Basler, Betty Barclay, Bianca, Fenn Wright Manson, Escada Sport, Gant, Ralph Lauren, Paul and Shark plus many other celebrated fashion houses, plus shoes, handbags and accessories.

Non-Residential – £55.00 per person

Includes: pre-lunch drinks reception * Fashion Show * three-course lunch with wines and coffee * Goodie Bag

Celebrate Easter at Gleneagles

adcision — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 11:19:28 +0000

Gleneagles is offering a tempting Easter weekend:

Easter time is family time, and you’ll find so much for you all to enjoy at Gleneagles. Give the whole family an Easter break to remember. Whether toddler, teen or adult, you’ll be spoilt for choice with our activity programme that lasts right through the holidays.

As with our February half term breaks, we have a whole heap of fun things for the family to do, from sporting lessons to splash parties in the pool. During Easter weekend itself, Gleneagles will play host to traditional Easter events such as bonnet making, and an Easter egg hunt.

Don’t worry, we haven’t forgotten the adults! Whether chilling out in the beautiful Spa by ESPA, playing a round of golf or trying your hand at one of our vast range of sporting activities. you can kick back and relax knowing your kids are having an absolute blast.

At-a-glance
Easter weekend, Friday 2 April and Saturday 3 April

• From £350, per room, per night based on a Classic Room including full Scottish breakfast
• From £450, including dinner, per room, per night based on a Classic Room and including full Scottish breakfast
• Children’s bed, breakfast and activities from £250

(based on two children sharing their own room, per night)
Above rates include all children’s Easter-themed activities, use of The Club and nighly entertainment in The Bar.

• Traditional Easter Sunday lunch £45 per guest

Easter Holidays. Excluding Easter Friday and Saturday

• From £240 per room, per night based on Classic Room including full Scottish breakfast.
• From £310 in a Sovereign Room for 2 adults and up to 2 children under 5 including full Scottish breakfast.

Resort.sales@gleneagles.com and let them tailor make the perfect stay for you and your family.