Discover our online magazine for the latest news, travel tips and hidden gems.
The Handle
Your doorway to news and stories
Latest Stories
Behind the Door
Historic, Innovative and Local: Stepping into the kitchen with Benjamin Mabley, Hartwell House
30 September 2024
Step into the kitchen at Hartwell House with Sous Chef Benjamin Mabley and discover unmissable dining in Aylesbury.
Behind the Door
Worlds Collide: Exploring Inverness with Ness Walk’s Head Concierge, Steve Hales
2 September 2024
City and country collide at Ness Walk. To help you make the most of your stay, we spoke to Head Concierge, Steve Hales, who shared his secrets to exploring the beauty of Inverness.
Behind the Door
A Wild Life with Lucy Dunn, Education Officer on the Armathwaite Hall Estate
23 April 2024
We talk all things nature and wildlife with Lucy Dunn, Education Officer.
Behind the Door
Making waves with Captain Richard Heaton, Master on board the Hebridean Princess
8 March 2024
We go behind the door onboard Hebridean Princess with Captain Richard Heaton.
Behind the Door
Reimagining Cromlix with Kim Murray, Owner
12 February 2024
We go behind the door at Cromlix, with owner Kim Murray.
Trending now
Behind the Door
Living remote yet staying connected with Dan and Rohaise Rose-Bristow, owners of The Torridon
19 October 2023
We go behind the door of The Torridon, the UK's most northerly five-star hotel, with owners Dan and Rohaise Rose-Bristow.
Open the door to...
Behind the Door
Behind the Door
Historic, Innovative and Local: Stepping into the kitchen with Benjamin Mabley, Hartwell House
30 September 2024
Step into the kitchen at Hartwell House with Sous Chef Benjamin Mabley and discover unmissable dining in Aylesbury.
Behind the Door
Worlds Collide: Exploring Inverness with Ness Walk’s Head Concierge, Steve Hales
2 September 2024
City and country collide at Ness Walk. To help you make the most of your stay, we spoke to Head Concierge, Steve Hales, who shared his secrets to exploring the beauty of Inverness.
Behind the Door
A Wild Life with Lucy Dunn, Education Officer on the Armathwaite Hall Estate
23 April 2024
We talk all things nature and wildlife with Lucy Dunn, Education Officer.
Flavour & Savour
Behind the Door
Historic, Innovative and Local: Stepping into the kitchen with Benjamin Mabley, Hartwell House
30 September 2024
Step into the kitchen at Hartwell House with Sous Chef Benjamin Mabley and discover unmissable dining in Aylesbury.
Latest Videos
@POBHOTELSUK
- Knock, knock! An idyllic escape is calling... ???? Ellenborough Park ➡️ @ellenboroughpk | Cheltenham, Gloucestershire ???? Ness Walk ➡️ @ness_walk | Inverness, Scottish Highlands ???? Ockenden Manor ➡️ @hshotels | Cuckfield, West Sussex ???? The Torridon ➡️ @thetorridon | Wester Ross, Scotland ???? Gravetye Manor ➡️ @gravetyemanor | Sussex countryside #beautifuldestinations #adventureawaits #exploretogether #travelgoals #luxuryhotels #luxurystays #luxurylifestyle #autumn #adventure
- Wine not? ???????? Sip your way across the British Isles... ???? The Vineyard ➡️ @thevineyardhotel | Newbury, Berkshire ???? Ness Walk ➡️ @ness_walk | Inverness, Scottish Highlands ???? The Hari ➡️ @theharilondon | London ???? Middlethorpe Hall & Spa ➡️ @ntmiddlethorpe_hall | city of York #winelovers #luxuryescape #vineyardvibes #winetasting #winetime #finewine #boutiquehotels #winecountry #wineanddine #pobhotels
- Fireside lounging, anyone? ???? Crackling fire, autumn vibes - it’s the perfect match at ???? The Painswick ➡️ @the_painswick | Painswick, The Cotswolds ???? Farlam Hall Hotel & Restaurant ➡️ @farlamhall | Brampton, Cumbria ???? Prestonfield House ➡️ @prestonfieldhouseedinburgh | Edinburgh, Scotland | ???? @therollinson ???? Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa ➡️ @bedfordlodgehotelspa | Newmarket, Suffolk #luxuryhotel #luxuryhotels #beautifuldestinations #travel #autumn #view #quietmoments #autumnvibes #fire #interiors #openthedoortoinspiration #pobhotels
- Embrace life's simple pleasures. Marvel at nature’s beauty. Embark on new adventures. Carve out moments for tranquillity. Relish the present, and nurture your soul. Discover 'An Inspired Life' via the link in our bio ???? #explore #adventure #inspiration #aninspiredlife #openthedoortoinspiration #pobhotels #slowtravel #britishtravel
- Worries? Gone. Bliss? Incoming. ???? ???? Cromlix ➡️ @cromlixhotel | Perthshire, Scotland ???? Boringdon Hall Hotel & Spa ➡️ @boringdonhall | Devon ???? The Montagu Arms ➡️ @montaguarms | Hampshire ???? Fingal ➡️ @fingaledinburgh | Edinburgh’s waterfront #bath #bathroominspo #luxuryhotels #ukstaycation #suite #interiors
- What’s better than a cosy autumn getaway? We’ll wait. Share your pick with us below ???????? ???? Calcot & Spa ➡️ @calcot_and_spa | Tetbury, Gloucestershire ???? Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa ➡️ @bedfordlodgehotelspa | Newmarket, Suffolk ???? The Headland Hotel & Spa ➡️ @theheadlandcornwall | Newquay, Cornwall ???? Gravetye Manor ➡️ @gravetyemanor | Sussex countryside ???? The Relais Henley ➡️ @therelaishenley | Henley, Oxfordshire ???? Grantley Hall ➡️ @grantleyhall_ | Ripon, North Yorkshire ???? Cromlix ➡️ @cromlixhotel | Perthshire, Scotland ???? The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa ➡️ @royalcrescent_hotel | Bath, Somerset #luxuryhotel #luxuryhotels #beautifuldestinations #travel #autumn #view #quietmoments #autumnvibes #suite #bedroom #interiors #openthedoortoinspiration #pobhotels
- Raise your hand if you’re ready for Matt’s foodie adventure ???? Delectable dining awaits at: ???? Northcote ➡️ @northcoteuk | Blackburn, Lancashire ???? Yorebridge House ➡️ @yorebridge_house | Wensleydale, Yorkshire Dales ???? Gilpin Hotel & Lake House ➡️ @gilpinhotel | Windermere, Lake District ???? Grantley Hall ➡️ @grantleyhall_ | Ripon, Yorkshire Dales Discover PoB Breaks via the link in our bio ???? #foodie #instafood #finedining #dining #luxury #foodblogger #chefs #foodlove #foodpresentation #finedining #finedininglovers #seasonedtoperfection @matt.tebbutt
- To the foodie reading this, treat yourself to an autumnal culinary adventure... Where will your palate guide you? ????️ Gusbourne Estate for a vineyard tour, canapés, and a four-course lunch ????️ Northcote to experience an exclusive six-hands dinner ????️ The Atlantic Hotel for a five-course dinner with sea views Discover more via the ‘Seasoned to Perfection’ link in our bio ???? #foodie #instafood #finedining #dining #luxury #foodblogger #chefs #foodlove #foodpresentation #finedining #finedininglovers
- Monday blues? Not with views like these. ???? Gravetye Manor ➡️ @gravetyemanor | Sussex countryside ???? Glenapp Castle ➡️ @glenappcastle | Ayrshire, Scotland ???? The Headland Hotel & Spa ➡️ @theheadlandcornwall | Newquay, Cornwall ???? Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa ➡️ @armathwaitehallhotel | Keswick, Lake District #luxuryhotel #luxuryhotels #beautifuldestinations #travel #autumn #view #quietmoments #autumnvibes #suite #bedroom #interiors #openthedoortoinspiration #pobhotels
- Negronis on repeat - who’s counting, anyway? ???????? The British Isles are a gin-lover’s paradise, and @haymansgin is our go-to for Negroni perfection! Crafted from their original family recipe dating back to 1863, Hayman’s The Original Gin brings a smooth, crisp, refreshing kick to every sip. We’re proud to call them our gin partner! Sip your way into the weekend with a Negroni at: ???? Northcote ➡️ @northcoteuk | Backburn, Lancashire ???? The Athenaeum ➡️ @theathenaeum | Mayfair, London ???? The Vineyard ➡️ @thevineyardhotel | Newbury, Berkshire ???? The Elms Hotel & Spa ➡️ @theelmsworcester | Worcestershire countryside #negroniweek #negroni #classicocktail #negronicocktail #gin #haymansgin #ginstagram
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.
Available online or by post.