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Winter wine dinner at Rookery Hall: a four-course Burgundy pairing

January 21, 2026

Winter wine dinner at Rookery Hall: a four-course Burgundy pairing

What to expect from a wine dinner at Rookery Hall in Cheshire, with four courses paired with La Croix de Brully Burgundy and a Master

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Rookery Hall Hotel review: a luxury Cheshire spa stay with festive charm

December 19, 2025

Rookery Hall Hotel review: a luxury Cheshire spa stay with festive charm

My Rookery Hall Hotel review, covering a Junior Suite, a Burgundy wine dinner, the spa and the festive atmosphere at this Cheshire country house.

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Alpaca Annex review: a cosy Airbnb with alpacas in Northamptonshire

January 21, 2025

Alpaca Annex review: a cosy Airbnb with alpacas in Northamptonshire

My Alpaca Annex review: a quirky Airbnb in Gayton, Northamptonshire, where you can feed three friendly alpacas, with things to do nearby.

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The Coach House Cottage review: a cosy Bakewell staycation

December 1, 2024

The Coach House Cottage review: a cosy Bakewell staycation

My review of The Coach House Cottage in Bakewell, a dog-friendly Peak District retreat, with how to get there and the best things to do

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Vanbrugh House Hotel review: boutique rooms and punting in Oxford

September 24, 2023

Vanbrugh House Hotel review: boutique rooms and punting in Oxford

My Vanbrugh House Hotel review, with characterful rooms in central Oxford, a hamper breakfast and a punting trip on the River Cherwell.

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Cornish Wave review: a surf adventure weekend in Cornwall

September 4, 2023

Cornish Wave review: a surf adventure weekend in Cornwall

My honest Cornish Wave review of a surf and coasteer adventure weekend in Newquay, with a day-by-day itinerary, the wild camp and what to know

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Murray Arms Hotel review: a restored gem in Gatehouse of Fleet

August 20, 2023

Murray Arms Hotel review: a restored gem in Gatehouse of Fleet

My Murray Arms Hotel review, including the stylish rooms, dinner at Gather, breakfast and things to do around Gatehouse of Fleet in Dumfries and Galloway.

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Horwood House Hotel review: a spa break with secret gardens

August 19, 2023

Horwood House Hotel review: a spa break with secret gardens

My Horwood House Hotel review, covering the Executive Suite, spa and pool, secret gardens and dinner at Harry's Kitchen and Bar in Buckinghamshire.

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Panshill luxury lodges review: hot tubs and alpacas in Oxfordshire

May 23, 2023

Panshill luxury lodges review: hot tubs and alpacas in Oxfordshire

My review of Panshill luxury lodges in Oxfordshire, with a private hot tub, woodland walks, alpacas and easy access to Bicester Village and Oxford.

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