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Bonfire Night Breaks – Fireworks and Sparkling Escapes
10 October 2025
From coastal bonfires to city skylines, Bonfire Night lights the November sky with sparks, stories and shared wonder
Holistic Highs
Ravishing Rituals: Meet the Everglowing Treatment from GAIA Skincare
23 July 2025
When the stresses of daily life dim your inner light, GAIA Skincare’s new Everglowing Face and Body Treatment is a radiant remedy designed to leave you feeling gloriously luminous.
Art of Living
Botanical Therapy: How Flowers Can Transform Your Mind & Mood
22 May 2025
Discover the power of floral wellbeing with our pick of mood-boosting gardens, botanical spa retreats, and the Chelsea Flower Show 2025.
Behind the Door
In the Garden with Tom Coward: Moving with the Seasons at Gravetye Manor
23 April 2025
We go behind the door at Gravetye Manor with Head Gardener Tom Coward.
Art of Living
International Women’s Day 2025: How to Celebrate the Women in Your Life
6 March 2025
Celebrate International Women’s Day with unforgettable experiences at PoB Hotels and explore the best ways to honour the women in your life.
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Art of Living
250 Years of Jane Austen: Our Pick of Regency Cities & Stately Stays
19 February 2025
In 2025, celebrate Jane Austen's anniversary with our guide to the most iconic Regency cities, key events, and stately stays.
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Behind the Door
Behind the Door
A Conversation with Lorraine Jarvie: History, Heritage & the Magic of Bath
Bath oozes history, heritage and a touch of magic. To find out how to make the most of this enchanting city and to celebrate the inspirational women who called it home, we spoke to Lorraine Jarvie, General Manager at The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa.
Behind the Door
Providing a Golden Service with Sarah Gaskin, a Golden Keys Concierge at The Headland
What makes a Golden Keys Concierge? To find out, we spoke with Sarah Gaskin at The Headland to discover how she provides each and every guest with a golden service.
Behind the Door
From New Faces to Old Friends: Curating a Magical Escape at Seaham Hall with Porter, Kevin Jackson
Feeling like you need to switch off? Porter, Kevin Jackson explains how guests can leave all their troubles behind with a magical escape at Seaham Hall.
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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- 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
- Know where to be well. 50+ seriously special stays across the British Isles. Where to first? 📷 @gilpinhotel, @thefifearms, @cromlixhotel
- Cosy, slightly indulgent, and suspiciously well-fed. The real autumn essentials. 📍 Prestonfield House ➡️ @prestonfieldhouseedinburgh | Edinburgh, Scotland 📍 Fingal ➡️ @fingaledinburgh | Edinburgh’s waterfront 📍 Yorebridge House ➡️ @yorebridge_house | Wensleydale, Yorkshire Dales 📍 The Painswick ➡️ @the_painswick | Painswick, The Cotswolds 📍 Boringdon Hall Hotel & Spa ➡️ @boringdonhall | Devon 📍 Penmaenuchaf Hotel ➡️ @penmaenuchaf_dolgellau | Eryri, North Wales 📍 The Hari ➡️ @theharilondon | Belgravia, London
- We’ve found your next six excuses to escape. And they’re all deliciously well-justified. 🍽️ Culinary mischief at its finest at @groveofnarberth | Narberth, Pembrokeshire 🏊🏻♀️ Braving a dip at @thetorridon | Wester Ross, Scotland 🍴Surrendering to three courses (or four) at @prestonfieldhouseedinburgh | Edinburgh, Scotland | 📷 @hiddenscotland ⛳️ Taking the scenic route to the 18th hole at @rockliffe_hall | Darlington, County Durham 🧖🏼♀️Spa-ing like you mean it at @boringdonhall | Devon 💤 Dozing off in Georgian splendour at @royalcrescent_hotel | Bath, Somerset
- Might we suggest somewhere with a view and a glass of something reassuringly full-bodied? Tag someone who owes you a proper cosy escape. As seen (and sipped) at @theheadlandcornwall, @thefifearms, @hshotels, @the_angel_abergavenny, @bedfordlodgehotelspa, @boringdonhall, @therelaishenley, @glenappcastle, @lavenhamswan, @parkhousehotelandspa, @ness_walk, @montaguarms, @armathwaitehallhotel, @thepriorywareham
- Pause here for a few irresistible moments of British indulgence. Scallops by the sea at @atlanticjersey 📍 Jersey, Channel Islands A slow swim at @calcot_and_spa 📍 Tetbury, Gloucestershire Bedside blooms at @cromlixhotel 📍 Perthshire, Scotland Garden-picked herbs at @homewoodbath 📍 near Bath Coffee rituals at @thepriorywareham 📍 Purbeck, Dorset Wave watching at @theheadlandcornwall 📍 Newquay, Cornwall
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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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