Mini Breaks
Short Breaks - Gilpin Hotel, Windermere
April 29th 2012
Gilpin Hotel near Windermere is renowned for its country house charm. But their secluded Lake House takes relaxation to another level
Short Break - Beacon View Farm, Danby Head, North Yorkshire
February 23rd 2012
A family looking for a weekend escape found a luxurious self-catering converted barn in the North York Moors National Park. David Baird describes their stay
On holiday at Heathrow Airport- Review
June 30th 2011
As she flew into Heathrow Karen Bowerman gave in to last minute whim. She booked herself a couple of extra days away – at an airport hotel - and was pleasantly surprised to discover you can still have a weekend break close to the runway...
Short Break - The New Ellington, 23-25a York Place, Leeds.
May 14th 2011
The north isn’t lagging in the fashion stakes when it comes to exotic drinks – especially at this boutique hotel. Barbara Waite reports
Take a break with 40 Winks
April 4th 2011
It’s always a treat to stay in a lovely hotel – we often dream about a weekend away giving us the opportunity to escape, unwind and recharge the batteries. Well, help is at hand
Taking things up a gear, Adrenalin Rally, Middlesbrough
March 21st 2011
Looking for a weekend with a bit of excitement – how about trying your hand at rally driving? Karen Bowerman headed to Middlesbrough to learn about powersliding, handbrake turns and the importance of apexes….
Taking things up a gear, Adrenalin Rally, Middlesbrough
March 21st 2011
Looking for a weekend with a bit of excitement – how about trying your hand at rally driving? Karen Bowerman headed to Middlesbrough to learn about powersliding, handbrake turns and the importance of apexes….
More than a puff of smoke… Tees Valley
March 17th 2011
Beyond its chemical works and refinery towers, Tees Valley may surprise you! Karen Bowerman discovered moorland, museums and Europe’s oldest floating warship – plus links with Nelson and Captain Cook...
More than a puff of smoke… Tees Valley
March 17th 2011
Beyond its chemical works and refinery towers, Tees Valley may surprise you! Karen Bowerman discovered moorland, museums and Europe’s oldest floating warship – plus links with Nelson and Captain Cook...
Into the night, Windsor Ghost Tour
March 14th 2011
Fancy a night out in Windsor? How about taking to the streets for a ghost walk? Karen Bowerman stepped out after dark to discover the other side of this historic, riverside town…
Fit for a King. Dalhousie Castle, Scotland
March 11th 2011
Always wanted to stay in a castle? How about sleeping in the tower or clambering into a four poster overlooking the ramparts? Karen Bowerman went to Bonnyrigg, just outside Edinburgh, to see what it was like staying in a 13th century fortress ….
Fit for a King. Dalhousie Castle, Scotland
March 11th 2011
Always wanted to stay in a castle? How about sleeping in the tower or clambering into a four poster overlooking the ramparts? Karen Bowerman went to Bonnyrigg, just outside Edinburgh, to see what it was like staying in a 13th century fortress ….
Short Breaks myhotel Brighton, Sussex
December 10th 2009
Jo Haywood and family enjoy a weekend of stylish fun at a Brighton boutique hotel
Yorkshire Dales - Eco friendly holidays
July 17th 2009
Enjoy a luxury lakeside stay that need not trouble your conscience. Nick Marks reports
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