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Monthly Archives: October 2009

Racing with The Ritz

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Posted by Paul on October 22, 2009 – 1:21 pm
Filed under Accommodation, Attractions, Events

Ascot is synonymous with all the great sporting and social events of the British summer. Tradition, pageantry, fashion and style all meet in a
glorious setting at one of the most beautiful racecourses in the country. The quality of the horseracing at Ascot is simply outstanding.

So why not step into the glamorous world of The Ritz and Ascot as follows:

Two night’s accommodation in a Superior Room at The Ritz
A glass of Champagne followed by a four course dinner in The Ritz Restaurant on the day of arrival English breakfast each morning Taxi and rail transfers to and from Ascot Race Course on the Saturday of your stay Premier admission to Ascot on the Saturday of your stay From £965 for two people sharing a twin or double room.

Picture of the day: Stonor, Oxfordshire

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Posted by Jennifer on October 22, 2009 – 9:00 am
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Today’s picture of the day is of Stonor in Oxfordshire.   It is situated in the stunning Chiltern hills and dates back over 800 years.  It is a medieval house with a Georgian facade and boasts a delightful 12th Century chapel nearby.

Picture of the day: Chillingham Castle, Northumberland

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Posted by Jennifer on October 21, 2009 – 9:00 am
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Today’s picture of the day is of Chillingham Castle in Northumberland.  In the 14th Century Chillingham became a fortified castle.  Over the many years the castle has welcomed many a royal visitor and was a fortress during the border feuds.  In the 18th and 19th Century the castle was improved and the gardens and grounds were refined.

Enjoy a chilled-out Christmas at The Pedn Olva

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Posted by Paul on October 20, 2009 – 10:21 pm
Filed under Accommodation, Eating & Drinking

Pedn OlvaEnjoy a laid-back traditional Christmas with the very best of contemporary Cornish charm, staying just moments from the beach at the Pedn Olva Hotel in St Ives from £400 per person for four nights.  The festive package includes dinner on three nights as well as mulled wine and canapés on Christmas Eve, a champagne breakfast on Christmas morning, a special delivery for all of the hotel’s guests from Santa and a traditional lunch served in the Hotel’s Lookout Restaurant.

The Pedn-Olva (meaning lookout on the headland) is perched in a dramatic location just 30 feet above the rocks at West Porthminster Beach and offers fabulous and ever-changing sea views along with a warm welcome and food cooked with passion from fantastic fresh local ingredients. The town of St Ives, with its rich cultural offering, cobbled streets and working fishing harbour is just a short walk away – perfect for walking any festive over indulgence!

Scotney Castle in the Autumn

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Posted by Paul on October 20, 2009 – 5:13 pm
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If you love Autumn colours then a visit to Scotney Castle, near Tunbridge Wells, is a must. One of the Seven Wonders of the Weald, Scotney is renowned for Autumn colour as the slopes surrounding the ruined castle on a valley floor burst into bright shades. Richly hued ferns complement the many trees within the gardens themselves, while the estate, which is open all year and free to walkers, is a perfect example of Weald countryside at its very best.

VisitWiltshire adopts the Tripadvisor approach to the Web

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Posted by Paul on October 20, 2009 – 4:32 pm
Filed under Miscellaneous

VisitWiltshire is launching a new facility, whereby visitors to the county can give recommendations on places to stay and things to see, providing a useful service for future visitors.  The new resource enables users to create reviews of their personal leisure experiences in Wiltshire and includes the opportunity to make recommendations about accommodation providers, attractions, places to eat, shops, walks and the many towns and villages in Wiltshire.

Picture of the day: Grey Croft Stone Circle

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Posted by Jennifer on October 20, 2009 – 9:00 am
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Today’s picture of the day is of Grey Croft Stone Circle in West Cumbria.  It is situated at Seascale near Sellafield.  A farmer buried the stoned in the 19th Century in order to be able to plough the field.  The circle has since been restored and the stones are clearly visible from the road.

Indiana Jones Fireworks Show, LEGOLAND® Windsor

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Posted by Paul on October 20, 2009 – 12:14 am
Filed under Attractions, Events

Billed as LEGOLAND’s most spectacular event of the year, this half-term’s fireworks show takes place over four days and takes on an Indiana Jones theme. Whilst at LEGOLAND, families can enjoy over 50 interactive rides, shows and attractions as well as a new ‘Kingdom of the Pharaohs’ land to explore.

Win a luxury hotel stay in London!

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Posted by Paul on October 19, 2009 – 4:23 pm
Filed under Accommodation, Eating & Drinking

Our latest competition on UKhotel.com gives you the opportunity to win a luxury 2-night break in London (breakfast included) and experience a Martini Master class with the hotel’s head barman, Antonio Pizzuto, who has spent some 40 years perfecting his art. To enter and be in with a chance of winning this fabulous prize, click here.

Activities at Ironbridge this October half-term

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Posted by Paul on October 19, 2009 – 2:47 pm
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A host of fun activities from dragon hunting to making and testing a model sailing boat will be available for children and adults alike during the October half-term week at Coalport China Museum, Enginuity and the Jackfield Tile Museum, all located in the stunning Ironbridge Gorge near Telford in Shropshire.

Dragon Themed Activities

From Saturday 24th October to Sunday 1st November 2009, visitors to Coalport China Museum can join in a range of dragon-themed events inspired by the Broseley Dragon, one of the oldest Coalport China designs. A dragon hunt following clues around the museum and puppet theatre will be available all week, while the various storytelling sessions and workshops will vary day-to-day.

Between Monday 26th and Wednesday 28th October 2009, families will be able to help artist Tamzin Jones create a weaved willow sculpture of the Broseley Dragon after which the ‘creature’ will be on view nesting in the Smugglers Kiln until 1st November 2009.

Also on Monday Fran O’Boyle, under the guise of Victorian Dragon Hunter, Julius Drake, will tell thrilling stories of the brave hunter’s endeavours to capture the mysterious creatures. More exciting storytelling workshops follow on Wednesday when children can use their imagination to create their own dragon hunting tales.

Throughout half-term week, the puppet theatre in the Children’s Gallery will give youngsters a great opportunity to devise and act out their own dragon stories. There will also be a variety of drop-in creative workshops where activities might include painting a dragon fridge magnet, paper plate or bone china flower or clay modelling. Paper activities are free but there will be a £1 charge per item for the flowers and magnets. Clay sculpting is £2 for a ball of clay (excluding firing); £1 to create a ‘gold coin’ or free if it’s a gift to leave for the dragon. All costs are plus admission.

Make a Sailing Boat in the Float-a-Boat challenge

Across at Enginuity, the design and technology centre, a Float-a-Boat Challenge will take place between Saturday 24th October and Sunday 1st November 2009. Families will be able to design and make a sailing boat and then have the opportunity to test it out on a large pool with a gentle breeze provided by a high-tech wind machine. Boat making will take place each day between 11am and 4pm, with a break for lunch, and will be charged at £1.50 per boat plus admission.

Create a Spooky Ceramic Tile Design

A spooky Halloween theme at Jackfield Tile Museum between 26th and 30th October 2009 will see a host of scary designs being created using the tube lining technique at drop-in tile decorating workshops. The 6 x 6 inch tiles featuring visitors’ own designs and choice of colours cost £7 each plus admission. Tiles can be sent home at a later date for a small extra charge to cover postage and packing.