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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.
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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.
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.
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Flavour & Savour
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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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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