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PoB Spotlight
A Season of Style: How Hotels Turn Festivity into an Art Form
28 November 2025
Explore festive hotel inspiration from Britain’s most beautiful stays – timeless ideas for creating warmth, style and sparkle at home.
British Travel
Oh Yes It Is: The Pantos Bringing Magic to Christmas 2025
21 November 2025
From West End spectaculars to local favourites packed with laughter, music and holiday cheer, join us as we celebrate the magic of the Christmas pantomime
PoB Spotlight
A Christmas Away: Where the Season Comes Fully Wrapped
14 November 2025
Swap the rush for luxury festive escapes at Britain’s most magical hotels, where roaring fires, flowing bubbles and classic style turn Christmas into the ultimate holiday treat.
Behind the Door
Inside the Garden Gates: with Matt Orme at The Montagu Arms
31 October 2025
Head Gardener Matt Orme shares his expertise at The Montagu Arms, revealing how the gardens are carefully cultivated to delight guests and create a tranquil escape from everyday life.
Holistic Highs
Where Autumn Glows – Spa Rituals of Warmth and Renewal
24 October 2025
Discover an autumn spa retreat – golden light, drifting mist and quiet rituals that restore the body while the season slows around you.
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British Travel
Oh Yes It Is: The Pantos Bringing Magic to Christmas 2025
21 November 2025
From West End spectaculars to local favourites packed with laughter, music and holiday cheer, join us as we celebrate the magic of the Christmas pantomime
PoB Spotlight
A Christmas Away: Where the Season Comes Fully Wrapped
14 November 2025
Swap the rush for luxury festive escapes at Britain’s most magical hotels, where roaring fires, flowing bubbles and classic style turn Christmas into the ultimate holiday treat.
Holistic Highs
Where Autumn Glows – Spa Rituals of Warmth and Renewal
24 October 2025
Discover an autumn spa retreat – golden light, drifting mist and quiet rituals that restore the body while the season slows around you.
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Behind the Door
Behind the Door
From Plot to Plate with Darren Stephens: Seasonal Growing at Homewood Hotel
Stepping into the kitchen gardens at Homewood Hotel is to enter a living pantry, brimming with flavour and colour.
Behind the Door
Get to Know Dominic Chapman: Creating Great British Dishes at Relais Henley
We sit down with Chef Dominic Chapman from Relais Henley
British Travel
British Travel
2025 Luxury Travel Trends: What’s Shaping Britain’s Getaways?
Discover the 2025 luxury travel trends shaping Britain's high-end getaways, from sustainable escapes to wellness retreats.
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.
British Travel
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.
Holistic Highs
Holistic Highs
Into the Wild: Outdoor Fitness Experiences Across the UK
Elevate your wellness journey with outdoor fitness experiences, from wild swimming to scenic hikes, set against Britain’s most stunning natural backdrops.
Holistic Highs
Under the Stars: Top UK Hotels for Stargazing Experiences
Dive into the star-bathing trend, highlighting hotels that offer immersive stargazing experiences for wellness. Explore unique packages, guided tours, and prime locations for celestial viewing, where guests can enjoy the beauty of the night sky in luxury settings.
Holistic Highs
Winter Wellness with GAIA Skincare: Simple Practices to Nourish Your Body and Soul
Self-care habits are essential during the cold dark months. PoB Hotels' partner GAIA Skincare are offering their winter wellness tips to nourish the mind and soul.
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- If ever there was a moment to try your luck, it’s now. A Christmas hamper brimming with hotel treasures and a £75 voucher to help you escape to any of the 50+ hotels in our collection. Go on. Treat your future self. Ready to throw your hat in the ring? ✨ Like this post ✨ Follow @pobhotelsuk ✨ Tag someone who’d never say no to a luxury hamper in the comments (each tag = an extra entry!) T&Cs: 🤍 Open to UK residents aged 18+ 🤍 Final entry: 09/12/25 at 23:59 🤍 Winner selected at random and contacted by @pobhotelsuk only 🤍 Gift voucher redemption subject to availability 🤍 Prize is non-redeemable for cash or otherwise Your hamper includes: 🎄 Candle kit from @bishopstrowhotel 🎄 Fudge from @sopwellhouse 🎄 Gin from @theharilondon 🎄 Tea from @thenarehotel 🎄 GAIA Skincare from @naturallygaia 🎄 Tea caddy from @thetorridon 🎄 Gin from @theathenaeum 🎄 Artist cards from @thepriorywareham 🎄 Wooden spoon from @gravetyemanor 🎄 Marmalade from @ness_walk 🎄 Mini jigsaws from @thurlestone1896 🎄 Honey from @calcot_and_spa 🎄 Apron from @pobhotelsuk 🎄 Pen from @fingaledinburgh 🎄 Pure Lakes Mimosa & Petitgrain Salt Scrub from @gilpinhotel 🎄 Bauble from @royalcrescent_hotel
- If you listen closely, you can hear our gift vouchers whispering, “Go on. Escape a little.” Quite a persuasive bunch, really. Give the gift of escape via the link in bio 💌
- Why wait to weekend? There’s tucked-away charm at every turn in the PoB Hotels collection, patiently waiting for you to amble in. Consider this your cue. 📷 @gilpinhotel @thefifearms @cromlixhotel
- If autumn had a comfort setting, this would be it. Spa days, soft sheets and moments that feel properly unhurried. As seen at @royalcrescent_hotel, @calcot_and_spa, @acleafrestaurant, @boringdonhall, @gilpinhotel, @matfenhall, @glenappcastle, @sopwellhouse, @grantleyhall_, @penmaenuchaf_dolgellau, @hambleton_hall, @the_angel_abergavenny, @thetorridon, @groveofnarberth, @hartwellhouse, @boveycastlehotel, @thurlestone1896, @bishopstrowhotel
- Cocktails first. Christmas gifting second. Dinner last – and definitely not least. Join PoB Hotels and Araminta Campbell aboard Fingal in Edinburgh for Looms & Larders – a festive evening of gifting and four indulgent courses inspired by Scotland’s landscapes. Lists ticked. Glasses emptied. Appetite satisfied. Link in bio to come aboard.
- Meet Mar Hall: stately, serene, and rather fond of a spa robe. New to the PoB Hotels collection and already turning heads, this grand Scottish escape is part of our Highlands & Islands break – close enough to Glasgow for a quick escape, yet far enough to slip straight into spa robes. Perfect for those who take their tea with a tee-off or prefer their peace with a side of palatial charm. Take a peek through the keyhole via the link in bio ✨ #pobhotels #openthedoortoinspiration #marhall #luxuryhotel
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The Handle 2025
Our annual captivating print edition dedicated to wellness, holistic health, spiritual serenity, and ultimate relaxation.
Discover the breadth of wellness offerings across the British Isles, from peaceful sanctuaries nestled in the countryside to invigorating coastal escapes - our collection ensures that every moment of your stay is an opportunity to nourish your body, mind, and soul. The Handle is your gateway to a host of unique experiences.
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