Weekends away
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Bicester Village: A delicate mixture of luxury shopping, teeming crowds and stunning British countryside
Alexandra Fraser visits ‘the Bond Street of Oxfordshire’ and their delectable new Café Wolseley, just in time for the Christmas rush.
By Alexandra Fraser Published
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Gidleigh Park review: Country house hotel perfection in Devon
Gidleigh Park has been on Toby Keel's bucket list for a decade and a half. He finally ticked it off this summer; was it worth the wait?
By Toby Keel Published
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Chalet Saunton review: A dog-friendly Devonian retreat
Paula Lester is blown away by Chalet Saunton, a contemporary retreat in North Devon situated above a beach that allows dogs all year round.
By Paula Lester Published
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Tottergill Farm review: Cosy cottages perched spectacularly above the Pennines
Few things are more than idyllic than a farm stay in the British countryside, and that's what is on offer at Tottergill Farm, on the edge of the Pennines. Sarah Hart paid a visit.
By Country Life Published
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Jason Goodwin: 'I want to see a city when it’s at work, not merely taking our money at the turnstile'
Our columnist, ever the reluctant tourist, laments his removal from country life for a family holiday.
By Jason Goodwin Published
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The Royal Horseguards Hotel review: A tranquil and comfortable spot in the very heart of London
The Royal Horseguards Hotel has one of the finest locations in London – but how does the rest of it stack up? We went along to find out.
By Toby Keel Published
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The Cary Arms & Spa, Devon: A boutique bolthole in Babbacombe Bay
The Cary Arms & Spa in Devon's delightful Babbacombe Bay is a boutique bolthole by the sea that's won all sorts of awards – Heather Clark paid a visit.
By Heather Clark Published
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10 of the best dog-friendly country hotels in Britain
Bonnie Friend, editor of the Good Hotel Guide, shares her tips for places that will not only welcome your dogs but also keep them entertained.
By Country Life Published
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Rivercatcher Log Cabins: Getting away from it all in the heart of Snowdonia
In a remote spot in the heart of Snowdonia you'll find the Rivercatcher log cabins, offering a lovely place to stay amid incredible scenery. Dean Usher went along to try it out.
By Country Life Published
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Fischer's at Baslow Hall: A perfect country house weekend
Fischer's at Baslow Hall mixes Michelin-starred fine dining with a small country house hotel atmosphere – and all within easy of reach of some of England's finest scenery. Melanie Bryan paid a visit.
By Country Life Published
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The Lulworth Cove Inn: A cosy base for exploring some of Britain's most extraordinary coastline
Dorset's Lulworth Cove and nearby Durdle Door are world-famous beauty spots – Lucy Ford paid a visit, staying in a beautiful old inn at the heart of the village.
By Country Life Published
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The Kensington hotel review: 'A charming bolthole that's just what we've been looking for'
West London is full of hotels – does The Kensington deserve to up there with the best of them? Rosie Paterson went along to take a look.
By Rosie Paterson Published
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Titanic Hotel, Belfast review: A shipyard escape
John Goodall paid a visit to Belfast's recently-opened Titanic Hotel, a place full of clever themed touches to celebrate the ill-fated ocean liner.
By John Goodall Published
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Birdsong Barn: A holiday cottage getaway set in its own private nature reserve
Birdsong Barn, in the heart of England's '1066 Country', offers a unique break: a beautifully-converted building with a private 350-acre nature reserve on its doorstep. Toby Keel paid a visit.
By Toby Keel Published
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The Maytime Inn review: ‘A tranquil, hidden gem off the usual beaten track’
The Maytime Inn promises an indulgent night away in the charming Cotswolds. Emma Earnshaw paid a visit.
By Country Life Published
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Bruern Holiday Cottages: A cosy Cotswolds getaway perfect for a winter weekend
Bruern Holiday Cottages are the perfect place to spend a winter weekend curled up by the fire, discovers Victoria Marston.
By Victoria Marston Published
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Budock Vean review: A heavenly spot on the Helford Estuary
Kate Green recommends the Budock Vean on the Helford Estuary.
By Kate Green Published