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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.

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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.

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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.

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    Unfold a tapestry of flavours, aromas, and alluring experiences, from local, homegrown and foraged produce, to unforgettable fine dining.

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  • Eco Escapism

    A portal to sustainable retreats and captivating natural wonders, inviting you to reconnect with the essence of our planet.

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  • Behind the Door

    Meet the people who make the magic happen – from head chefs to the concierge, hotel owners to remarkable gardeners.

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  • British Travel

    Explore the very best of the British Isles, from the charms of the wild Scottish Highlands to quaint southern coastal towns, and everywhere in between.

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    Discover a world of inner peace, mindful practices, and exceptional experiences designed to nourish your body, mind, and soul.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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