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British Travel
2025 Luxury Travel Trends: What’s Shaping Britain’s Getaways?
19 December 2024
Discover the 2025 luxury travel trends shaping Britain's high-end getaways, from sustainable escapes to wellness retreats.
Behind the Door
From New Faces to Old Friends: Curating a Magical Escape at Seaham Hall with Porter, Kevin Jackson
16 December 2024
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.
Flavour & Savour
Cheers to the Season: The Best Christmas Cocktail Recipes to Enjoy this Year
4 December 2024
We’ve rounded up the most luxurious Christmas cocktail recipes from Britain's finest hotels, to truly elevate your festive entertaining.
Eco Escapism
A Wild Winter: The Best Places for Winter Wildlife Experiences
29 November 2024
Discover our pick of the best winter wildlife experiences the UK has to offer, from spotting red deer in Yorkshire to watching starling murmurations in the Chilterns.
British Travel
Ring in the New: The Top Twixmas and New Year’s Eve Breaks in the UK
26 November 2024
Discover the best New Year’s Eve Breaks in the UK, from elegant Twixmas getaways to lively New Year’s Eve celebrations in stunning country houses and coastal retreats.
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.
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.
Flavour & Savour
Date Night Dining: 9 of the most romantic hotel restaurants
24 October 2024
From Michelin-starred extravaganzas to modern comfort food, we've handpicked 11 of the most enchanting spots across the UK for date night dining.
Behind the Door
Elevating your Health with Fitness Manager, Luke Daniels at Calcot & Spa
18 October 2024
Struggling with your fitness journey? Calcot & Spa's fitness manager, Luke Daniels is here to help guide you.
PoB Spotlight
Curtain calls: Top theatre breaks in the UK this autumn
15 October 2024
Discover the best UK theatre breaks this autumn, from London's West End to charming regional venues. Explore top shows and luxurious stays for unforgettable theatrical getaways.
British Travel
Spooky Family Breaks: Where to celebrate Halloween in the UK
8 October 2024
Discover spooktacular UK family breaks this Halloween, from haunted castles to magical trails, paired with luxury British hotel stays.
Holistic Highs
Unplug and Unwind: The best digital detox retreats in the UK
4 October 2024
Escape the digital noise and discover the best ways to unplug, recharge, and rediscover life beyond screens with our curated selection of UK digital detox retreats.
Flavour & Savour
Harvest time in an English vineyard
2 October 2024
It's harvest time at Gusbourne's Vineyard. Come on a journey to discover how their grapes is transformed into their renowned wine.
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.
PoB Spotlight
Country Pursuits: Top country sport experiences in the UK
24 September 2024
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.
Flavour & Savour
Feeling a little bitter? That’s just the Negroni talking!
20 September 2024
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
The best PoB Breaks for Autumn 2024
17 September 2024
Experience the UK's finest autumn breaks with PoB. Explore curated itineraries featuring luxury stays, seasonal activities, and stunning landscapes.
Holistic Highs
The Art of Forest Bathing: 8 of Britain’s top woodland walks
11 September 2024
Discover the art of forest bathing across Britain's most enchanting woodlands, and rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul at the paired luxury hotels.
Art of Living
The Art of Living: Our Guide to An Inspired Life
5 September 2024
Dive into our complete guide to living An Inspired Life. Explore curated UK breaks featuring architectural wonders, culinary delights, wellness retreats, and stunning interiors.
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.
Art of Living
Cinematic Locations and the Art of Heritage Restoration: George Clarke’s PoB Break
28 August 2024
Television presenter and architect, George Clarke, crafts his own PoB break exploring cinematic locations and heritage restoration in the South East.
British Travel
Schools out: Best days out with the kids in the UK
20 August 2024
Discover the best family days out in the UK, from York's historic streets to Dartmoor's wild beauty, paired with luxury family-friendly hotels.
Flavour & Savour
Beat the Heat: Perfect summer serves with Double Dutch
16 August 2024
Things are hotting up this summer – but Double Dutch bring the answer with their perfect summer serves. We caught up with founder Raissa de Haas to talk all things Double Dutch, and get their take on the best cocktail recipes for the summer.
British Travel
Summer of Love: The 6 most romantic UK getaways
12 August 2024
Discover 6 enchanting romantic UK getaways, from riverside retreats to Highland adventures, indulge in luxury, gourmet dining, and unforgettable moments.
British Travel
For the Love of Dogs: The top 10 dog-friendly hotel stays in the UK
6 August 2024
Discover the UK's top 10 dog friendly accommodations and find luxury stays where pampered pooches can enjoy gourmet menus, spa treatments, and tailored adventures.
British Travel
Coolcationing: The best luxury Scottish hotels for cooler holidays
31 July 2024
Discover top luxury hotels for the ultimate cool summer escape. Enjoy refreshing climates, serene lochs, and invigorating hikes away from the heat.
British Travel
Shore Escapes: 7 of the best family beach holidays in the UK
23 July 2024
Explore the best family beach holidays in the UK, from Cornwall's coves to the dramatic cliffs of the Durham Heritage Coast, perfect for summer 2024.
Flavour & Savour
Going Al Fresco: The best hotels for outdoor dining in the UK
11 July 2024
Experience the best of UK outdoor dining this summer with our top picks, blending exquisite cuisine with stunning natural settings.
Art of Living
Customised Thrills: The rise of personalised travel experiences
4 July 2024
Discover our pick of personalised travel experiences and tailor-made journeys that cater to your preferences for a truly unforgettable break.
British Travel
Gone Fishing: The five best UK hotels with fishing experiences
2 July 2024
Discover the top UK hotels with fishing breaks and explore serene lochs, rivers, and seas for unforgettable angling amidst stunning natural beauty.
Art of Living
Out of Office: How to mix business with leisure
27 June 2024
The importance of a work-life balance is fuelling the rise of bleisure – a trend where business and leisure travel intersect.
Flavour & Savour
Sweet Retreats: 6 Must-Try Fine Dining Desserts at UK Hotel Restaurants
24 June 2024
Indulge in our round up of the best fine dining desserts at hotels with Michelin Star restaurants across the UK.
British Travel
The Most Inspiring PoB Breaks for 2024
19 June 2024
Explore our pick of the top slow travel itineraries across the UK with PoB Breaks.
British Travel
In Full Bloom: 8 of the best gardens in the UK
17 June 2024
With lush greenery and vibrant blooms, the UK knows how to celebrate nature. Here’s our guide to the most beautiful gardens you can visit in Britain.
Art of Living
Culture trips: In the footsteps of British musical and literary legends
11 June 2024
Discover Britain’s best literary locations and musical regions with culture trips in the UK.
Flavour & Savour
World Gin Day: Crafting the Perfect Gin with Miranda Hayman from Hayman’s Gin
7 June 2024
We catch up with Miranda Hayman to talk all things gin for World Gin Day.
Art of Living
Wag-Worthy Walks: Summer dog walking essentials
8 May 2024
Stride out this Summer with stylish dog walking essentials from ACAI who are on a mission to transform your experience in the outdoors.
British Travel
It’s a wrap: top set-jetting locations in the UK
8 May 2024
Movie-inspired tourism is taking off this year. Discover the top UK set-jetting destinations for 2024.
Art of Living
Pop the question: 6 of the most romantic places to propose in the UK
8 May 2024
If you're itching to get hitched, follow our guide to some of the most romantic places to propose in the UK and make magical memories.
Holistic Highs
Coastal magic: Blue health breaks at the best spa hotels in the UK
8 May 2024
The blue health trend is gaining more followers this year. Discover the wellness benefits of blue health and the best spa hotels in the UK.
Art of Living
Boot Up: How to find a walk near you
7 May 2024
There’s nothing better than getting outside in the fresh open air. Here are some tips to help you find a new walk near you.
Holistic Highs
Spring makeovers: The most rejuvenating luxury spa breaks in the UK
3 May 2024
From lavish country mansions to stunning seaside retreats, check out the very best spa hotels in the UK for rejuvenating spa breaks with treatments.
British Travel
Britain’s Favourite Sports: Victoria Pendleton’s PoB Break
30 April 2024
We talk to Victoria about her journey through Britain's favourite sports in the Cotswolds and Oxfordshire.
British Travel
Get Set, and Go! The best UK sporting getaways
30 April 2024
Are you set for a summer of sport? Embrace your inner sportsman, connecting with one or more of Britain’s five most-loved sports through your travels.
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
High tea: The best of British afternoon teas
16 April 2024
Discover the history of afternoon tea in the UK and the finest hotels for a luxury afternoon tea experience.
British Travel
The wild side: the UK’s most innovative zoos and safari parks
10 April 2024
For days out and short breaks with animal magic, check out the best safari parks in the UK.
British Travel
Open houses: 10 of the finest stately homes in the UK
28 March 2024
For an intriguing taste of British history and lives of the aristocracy, follow our guide to visit the best stately homes in the UK.
Art of Living
Arty escapes: the best art fairs to visit in the UK
20 March 2024
If you’re looking to buy art by big name or up-and-coming artists, or antiques, check out the best art fairs to visit in the UK in 2024.
British Travel
Have a flutter: Top destinations for racing buffs
13 March 2024
From the rugged terrains of Cheltenham to the regal ambiance of Ascot, check out our guide to six of the best destinations for horse racing fans to visit in 2024.
Flavour & Savour
Cocktail hour: The best hotel bars in the UK
12 March 2024
We’ve handpicked the best hotel bars in the UK for the most memorable gin o’clock gatherings, vodka-infused sundowners and cocktail parties for all occasions.
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.
Eco Escapism
Sustainable travel: How luxury staycations can cut your carbon footprint
4 March 2024
Discover how the UK’s best luxury hotels are leading the way for more sustainable travel and the benefits of slow travel.
British Travel
Easter escapes: 8 amazing weekend breaks in the UK
19 February 2024
It’s not too late to book a luxury Easter break. Check out our pick of the best destinations for Easter breaks in the UK and hotels for Easter Bank holiday weekend.
Behind the Door
Reimagining Cromlix with Kim Murray, Owner
12 February 2024
We go behind the door at Cromlix, with owner Kim Murray.
Art of Living
Mother’s Day Treats: The most magical hotel experiences for Mum
9 February 2024
The top luxury hotels in the UK are pulling out all the stops for Mother's Day 2024. Here's where to celebrate in style.
Flavour & Savour
PoB Recommends: UK Hotels with Michelin Star Restaurants for 2024
6 February 2024
We've rounded up the best UK hotels with Michelin Star restaurants for 2024.
Flavour & Savour
Seasoned to Perfection: the most magical fine dining events for 2024
23 January 2024
Discover our delicious programme of fine dining experiences hosted in the UK’s most fabulous luxury hotels in the Cotswolds, Sussex and Cumbria.
British Travel
The best UK Short Breaks to Beat the Winter Blues
18 January 2024
From the bright lights of Brighton and Glasgow to the Cotswolds countryside and the Cornish coast, we’ve handpicked the very best UK short breaks.
Behind the Door
Experiencing Glenapp Castle with John Orr, Guest Relations Manager
15 January 2024
We go behind the door at Glenapp Castle with John Orr, Guest Relations Manager.
Holistic Highs
January detox: 10 best luxury hotel spas in the UK
8 January 2024
From lavish country mansions to stunning seaside retreats, check out the very best luxury hotel spas in the UK for rejuvenating spa breaks with treatments.
British Travel
The ultimate UK travel bucket list for 2024
3 January 2024
New Year’s travel resolutions? Check out our pick of 10 travel bucket list ideas for the best things to do in the UK this year.
British Travel
Party time: The most sparkling New Year’s Eve hotel packages
27 November 2023
Discover the luxury hotels in the UK that are hosting the most fabulous New Year’s Eve dinner and dance packages to see in 2024.
Flavour & Savour
Michelin-star Christmas dinner: Top festive tables in the UK
13 November 2023
Peruse our pick of PoB Hotels with Michelin-starred restaurants where you can treat yourself to a festive feast during December or book a stay for Christmas Day.
British Travel
England’s most delightful ice skating rinks for Christmas 2023
2 November 2023
Get your skates on: where to find the very best Christmas ice skating rinks in England.
Flavour & Savour
Winter warmers: whisky lover’s guide to hotels in Scotland
30 October 2023
Discover five of the finest luxury hotels in Scotland that offer tasting experiences and well-stocked bars for whisky fans.
British Travel
Festive shopping: The best Christmas markets in the UK
26 October 2023
Discover our pick of the best festive shopping break destinations with the most magical UK Christmas markets for unique gifts and Yuletide treats.
Eco Escapism
Pedal power: the best eBiking holidays in the UK
25 October 2023
Discover the best places for eBiking holidays in the UK from coastal retreats to national parks and historic cities.
Holistic Highs
What’s SUP? Seven of the best places to go paddle boarding in the UK
23 October 2023
Ready to have a go at Stand Up Paddle Boarding? From Cornwall to the Scottish coast, we’ve selected the very best locations for paddle boarding in the UK.
British Travel
Six of the quirkiest museums in the UK
20 October 2023
Seeking eccentric exhibitions? Check out our pick of the weirdest museums in the UK and the most wonderful luxury hotel stays.
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.
Holistic Highs
Beauty Fix: How to get the glow factor with PoB Hotels
13 October 2023
PoB Hotels has partnered with celebrated nutritionist and creator of The Glow Space, Madeleine Shaw, to offer wellness experiences at select hotels until March 2024.
Art of Living
Ingenious Interiors: Amanda Lamb’s PoB Break
11 October 2023
TV presenter and property expert Amanda Lamb takes an inspirational PoB Break to some of Scotland’s most lavish hotels, some recently refurbished and all remarkably resplendent.
British Travel
5 of the UK’s best bonfire night events 2023
10 October 2023
Bonfire Night 2023: Your essential guide to the biggest firework displays in the UK this November 5th.
Flavour & Savour
Food & Provenance: Matt Tebbutt’s PoB Break
9 October 2023
Join chef and TV presenter Matt Tebbutt as he explores the North of England on a bespoke ‘Food & Provenance’ PoB Break, indulging in unique British food and drink experiences.
British Travel
11 of the best autumn breaks in the UK
26 September 2023
Check out our pick of the best autumn breaks in the UK for 2023 from whisky tasting in Scotland to whale watching off the Yorkshire coast.
Eco Escapism
Hidden Delights: Foraging Experiences
19 September 2023
Imagine stepping into a world where the land becomes your pantry, with delicious treasures waiting to be discovered.
Holistic Highs
Surfing holidays: The best places to learn to surf in the UK
13 September 2023
Ready to learn to surf? Check out our guide to the best surfing beaches in the UK for absolute beginners and the coolest seaside hotels.
British Travel
Solo travel: The most alluring UK breaks for solo travellers
11 September 2023
Staycations have become popular holidays for solo travellers. Check out our pick of the best solo travel breaks and the UK’s most welcoming luxury hotels.
British Travel
Explore Georgian Bath in the footsteps of Jane Austen
4 September 2023
Calling all Jane Austen fans. Check out our guide to the Jane Austen Festival in Bath and the iconic landmarks in the spa city that featured in her novels.
Flavour & Savour
Gin O’clock: Ten of the best gin tasting experiences
30 August 2023
If gin is your tipple of choice, treat yourself to a gin distillery tour in some of the UK’s top distilleries for a sophisticated gin tasting experience.
British Travel
Minimoon ideas: The most magical romantic breaks in the UK
25 August 2023
Your essential guide to the best minimoon destinations and UK romantic breaks that won’t break the bank.
Flavour & Savour
Six of the best food festivals in the UK in Autumn 2023
24 August 2023
Autumn is a feast of a season with an abundance of festivals for foodies. We’ve picked six of the most delicious food and drink festivals in the UK in 2023.
Flavour & Savour
PoB Recommends: Hotels with Michelin Star restaurants across the British Isles
29 March 2023
With the announcement of the hotly anticipated 2023 Michelin Guide this week, we’ve rounded up some of the very best restaurants to receive the coveted Michelin Star accolade at hotels across the British Isles.
