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The Inn Collection

If you’re travelling in Northeast England or planning a holiday in the region, take a look at what The Inn Collection can offer in terms of accommodation – you won’t be disappointed.  A leading hospitality and pub company in the north of England, The Inn Collection boasts an expanding portfolio which, to date, comprises seven [...]

By | 2018-10-08T10:32:01+01:00 December 20th, 2016|Accommodation, Hotels/B&Bs, Latest Reviews|0 Comments

The Kingslodge Inn – Durham

This was our first experience of staying and dining at one of the Inn Collection Group’s fine hostelries and we weren’t disappointed. My family and I were exploring North East England and began our adventure with a night at The Kingslodge in Durham, where the ever-helpful and smiley manager, Leanne, set the tone for the [...]

By | 2018-10-08T10:32:01+01:00 December 20th, 2016|Accommodation, Hotels/B&Bs|0 Comments

Whitby

If you’re looking for the perfect base to appreciate North Yorkshire’s varied coastline of wide sandy beaches and rugged cliffs, then Whitby is for you. But it’s not only about the coast. With the expansive heather-clad North York Moors right on the doorstep, the town is perfectly placed for anyone exploring the area. However, you [...]

By | 2018-10-08T10:32:01+01:00 December 15th, 2016|Destinations|Comments Off on Whitby

Swoon – Bristol

When you’re in Bristol, head to Park Street in the heart of the city. Just at the foot of this iconic but steep shopping street is Swoon, a delightful gelato bar. Make sure you stop because you’ll receive not only service with a smile but gelato to die for.  I visited with my family and [...]

By | 2018-10-08T10:32:01+01:00 August 23rd, 2016|Cafes, Places To Eat|Comments Off on Swoon – Bristol

Holgates Silverdale Holiday Park

Park delights nostalgia lovers & maintains gold standard Lovers of historic touring caravans will be heading to Silverdale, the popular south Cumbrian holiday park and flagship site of the Holgate empire, which comprises five other parks amid the Cumbrian and Lancashire countryside. The reason? Well, one of the rarest caravan models – a 1960 [...]

By | 2018-10-08T10:32:02+01:00 August 22nd, 2016|Latest News|Comments Off on Holgates Silverdale Holiday Park

Skelwith Fold – In the News

Skelwith Fold, the popular caravan park in the heart of the Lake District, close to the popular town of Ambleside and some of the region’s most beautiful fells, is in the news for all the right reasons. Set amid the 130-acre grounds of a former country home, the park provides caravan holiday homes for private [...]

By | 2018-10-08T10:32:02+01:00 August 22nd, 2016|Latest News|Comments Off on Skelwith Fold – In the News

Yorkshire Sculpture Park

If you’re passing through Yorkshire or simply looking for somewhere inspirational to visit as part of a weekend away, check out Yorkshire Sculpture Park – you won’t be disappointed. Set amid 500 acres of the historic 18th-century Bretton Hall estate, Yorkshire Sculpture Park is arguably the UK’s leading open-air gallery. Exhibits include work by home-grown [...]

By | 2018-10-08T10:32:06+01:00 August 22nd, 2016|Attractions|Comments Off on Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Treetop Nets (Yorkshire)

Back in 2014 in the Lake District, we negotiated giant trampolines, walkways, slides and tunnels, having bucketfuls of fun in the process. Well, fast-forward two years and we were indulging in the same kind of fun – but this time near Ripon, North Yorkshire. Yes, the second Treetop Nets opened in 2016 and, remarkably, it’s [...]

By | 2018-10-08T10:32:06+01:00 August 21st, 2016|Attractions|Comments Off on Treetop Nets (Yorkshire)

YHA Borrowdale

Nestled in the Borrowdale Valley at the foot of rugged crags and impressive fells is Borrowdale Youth Hostel. My family and I spent one night in this ski chalet-styled property and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Yes, it was the end of July – school holiday season – which meant the hostel was packed and the [...]

By | 2018-10-08T10:32:07+01:00 August 21st, 2016|Accommodation, Ideas, Self-Catering|Comments Off on YHA Borrowdale

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