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Bright Lights: Unwrapping the best winter city breaks in the UK
20 November 2024
Discover enchanting winter city breaks in the UK, with festive markets, luxury stays, and seasonal events across Edinburgh, London, Inverness, York, and Bath.
Behind the Door
Travelling through Time: The History of Ellenborough Park with Concierge and In-house Historian, Jonathon Bennett
15 November 2024
History is woven through many hotels in the PoB collection. We sat down with Jonathon Bennett as he guided us through the history of Ellenborough Park in the Cotswolds.
PoB Spotlight
Gift Wrapped: Our last-minute Christmas gift guide
14 November 2024
We’ve unwrapped the ultimate last-minute Christmas gift guide, featuring exquisite afternoon teas, Michelin-starred dining, and lavish spa retreats.
British Travel
Merry Moments: The top family-friendly Christmas days out across the UK
7 November 2024
Discover magical Christmas days out across the UK, from illuminated trails to festive train rides, and explore family-friendly events paired with luxury stays for unforgettable holiday memories.
British Travel
Family Ties: The Ultimate Guide to Multi-Generational Trips
31 October 2024
Discover the rise of multi-generational UK family holidays. Explore top hotels offering activities and accommodations for all ages, creating unforgettable memories together.
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British Travel
Bright Lights: Unwrapping the best winter city breaks in the UK
20 November 2024
Discover enchanting winter city breaks in the UK, with festive markets, luxury stays, and seasonal events across Edinburgh, London, Inverness, York, and Bath.
PoB Spotlight
Gift Wrapped: Our last-minute Christmas gift guide
14 November 2024
We’ve unwrapped the ultimate last-minute Christmas gift guide, featuring exquisite afternoon teas, Michelin-starred dining, and lavish spa retreats.
British Travel
Merry Moments: The top family-friendly Christmas days out across the UK
7 November 2024
Discover magical Christmas days out across the UK, from illuminated trails to festive train rides, and explore family-friendly events paired with luxury stays for unforgettable holiday memories.
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Behind the Door
Behind the Door
Travelling through Time: The History of Ellenborough Park with Concierge and In-house Historian, Jonathon Bennett
History is woven through many hotels in the PoB collection. We sat down with Jonathon Bennett as he guided us through the history of Ellenborough Park in the Cotswolds.
Behind the Door
Elevating your Health with Fitness Manager, Luke Daniels at Calcot & Spa
Struggling with your fitness journey? Calcot & Spa's fitness manager, Luke Daniels is here to help guide you.
Behind the Door
Historic, Innovative and Local: Stepping into the kitchen with Benjamin Mabley, Hartwell House
Step into the kitchen at Hartwell House with Sous Chef Benjamin Mabley and discover unmissable dining in Aylesbury.
Flavour & Savour
Flavour & Savour
Date Night Dining: 9 of the most romantic hotel restaurants
From Michelin-starred extravaganzas to modern comfort food, we've handpicked 11 of the most enchanting spots across the UK for date night dining.
Flavour & Savour
Harvest time in an English vineyard
It's harvest time at Gusbourne's Vineyard. Come on a journey to discover how their grapes is transformed into their renowned wine.
Flavour & Savour
Feeling a little bitter? That’s just the Negroni talking!
Hayman's Gin is partnering with 5 PoB Hotels to celebrate Negroni Week in aid of the Drinks Trust. To join in this event, create your own Negroni with tips and advice from Hayman's and bartenders at each hotel.
British Travel
British Travel
Merry Moments: The top family-friendly Christmas days out across the UK
Discover magical Christmas days out across the UK, from illuminated trails to festive train rides, and explore family-friendly events paired with luxury stays for unforgettable holiday memories.
British Travel
Family Ties: The Ultimate Guide to Multi-Generational Trips
Discover the rise of multi-generational UK family holidays. Explore top hotels offering activities and accommodations for all ages, creating unforgettable memories together.
Art of Living
Country Pursuits: Top country sport experiences in the UK
Here’s our pick of the top country properties in the UK, offering a plethora of exhilarating country pursuits from clay pigeon shooting to falconry.
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- Now that's what we call a taste of autumn ????????️ ???? Gravetye Manor ➡️ @gravetyemanor | Sussex countryside ???? Northcote ➡️ @northcoteuk | Blackburn, Lancashire ???? Rockliffe Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa ➡️ @rockliffe_hall | Darlington, County Durham ???? Whatley Manor Hotel & Spa ➡️ @whatleymanor | Malmesbury, Wiltshire #foodie #instafood #finedining #dining #luxury #foodblogger #chefs #foodlove #foodpresentation #finedining #finedininglovers
- Get ready to fall head over heels ???? ???? Fletchers Restaurant at Grantley Hall ➡️ @grantleyhall_ | Ripon, North Yorkshire ???? The Azalea at Glenapp Castle ➡️ @glenappcastle | Ayrshire, Scotland ???? Fernery Restaurant ➡️ @ferneryrestaurant @groveofnarberth | Narberth, Pembrokeshire ???? Montagu’s Mews ➡️ @montagusmews @royalcrescent_hotel | Bath, Somerset ???? The Trevilder at Thurlestone Hotel ➡️ @thurlestone1896 | South Devon coast #datenight #romanticgetaway #couplesgoals #romanticspots #datenightideas #adventuretogether #romance #couplesadventures #pobhotels #openthedoortoinspiration
The Handle 2024
Our annual captivating print edition dedicated to British seasonal produce, provenance and exciting travel tips.
Discover 40+ recipes from renowned chefs in the PoB Hotels’ collection, oodles of inspiration for your idyllic British getaway, delve into sustainable dining practices, explore the art of cultivating your own produce, and glean expert wine-pairing tips. The Handle is your gateway to a host of unique experiences.
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