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Where to eat and drink in York: a guide to the city’s food scene

June 23, 2024

Where to eat and drink in York: a guide to the city’s food scene

Where to eat and drink in York, from Brew York and Pairings Wine Bar to Shambles street food, Spark York and afternoon tea at Bettys.

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The Alan Hotel review: a stylish Manchester stay with a great restaurant

March 27, 2024

The Alan Hotel review: a stylish Manchester stay with a great restaurant

My review of The Alan Hotel in Manchester, with an industrial-chic Signature Suite, a surprising open-plan shower and a restaurant worth staying in for.

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Camden on a budget: top things to see and do

February 25, 2024

Camden on a budget: top things to see and do

How to enjoy Camden on a budget, from Camden Lock Market and the quirky high street to affordable street food from around the world.

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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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The Corner London City review: a stay at London’s greenest hotel

September 14, 2023

The Corner London City review: a stay at London’s greenest hotel

My review of The Corner London City, an East End hotel with quirky sustainable design, clever pod rooms, a cocktail bar and pancake machines.

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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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Wotton House Hotel review: a historic retreat in the Surrey Hills

April 11, 2023

Wotton House Hotel review: a historic retreat in the Surrey Hills

My Wotton House Hotel review, covering our junior suite, dinner at the 1877 restaurant, the Italian Gardens and things to do nearby in Surrey.

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