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Eschew yourself of London’s hubbub and in under an hour you could be luxuriating in bucolic bliss in a sprawling country pile with an award-winning two-storey spa, so close to Windsor Great Park you can almost hear the … Read more →

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The journey to Seaham Hall is not an easy one when you’re travelling from West London, especially when your car breaks down on the M1… After a 9 hour journey that should have taken us 3, we arrive, … Read more →

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Originating in the 13th Century as a lonely chapel on the West Sussex coast, then the holding of a French abbey (looked over by bailiffs, hence the name), Bailiffscourt is a fascinating creation. Though the estate presents as … Read more →

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“It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot,” said Queen Victoria, of her beloved Isle of Wight estate. Much has changed since Victoria’s reign, but with more than half of the diamond-shaped island declared an Area of Outstanding … Read more →

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Set in the village of Southrop, family-run Thyme is described by owner Caryn Hibbert as a ‘village within a village.’  A mere ninety minutes from West London it’s well situated for a day trip, but be warned, … Read more →

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Ninety minutes from London, the ancient and sleepy hamlet of Brandier on the Wiltshire-Gloucestershire border is a stunning piece of contemporary design and a country retreat like no other. A lovely, unfussy and calming place to stay, independent … Read more →

France often tops the list of the world’s top destinations for a luxury family holiday, and it’s easy to see why. It offers a plethora of captivating cities, breathtaking landscapes, and some of the most delectable food and wine. While … Read more →

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My mother and I arrive at The Cary Arms and Spa via Torquay’s branch of TK Maxx – because one of us (not me) forgot to bring our swimsuit. Unsurprisingly, the blissful tranquillity of Babbacombe Bay proved to … Read more →

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Great Fosters

Great Fosters is our endlessly charming Tudor estate steeped in royal history and located just outside of Windsor in the heart of Surrey. Set in 50 acres of iconic gardens and grounds, complete with listed … Read more →

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The Bridge

Situated in the picturesque village of Prestbury, on the bank of the River Bollin, The Bridge is a pretty Grade II listed building dating from 1626. Outside it is whitewashed and quaint, with visible beams and … Read more →