5 Gorgeous Gardens

5 Gorgeous Gardens  

Summer is here and the weather is fantastic! Get outdoors more by visiting some of the best gardens our country has to offer. Enjoy stunning walks, capture that perfect shot and reflect on your day over a coffee or two. Be inspired, make new discoveries and enjoy your summer months outdoors. Do you need a place to stay? Use our website The B & B Directory to find guest accommodation within the UK and Ireland. All bookings are made direct with the owner.

The Lost Gardens of Heligan (Cornwall)

Lose yourself in the magic of these enchanting gardens. Discover the woodland sculptures of Giant’s Head and Mudmaid and clamber over the rope bridge that hangs across the jungle canopy. This award winning garden restoration project is fun for the whole family.

Royal Botantic Garden (Edinburgh)

On a city centre hillside and offering spectacular views of Edinburgh, the Royal Botanic Garden is home to the largest collection of wild-origin Chinese plants outside China. The tumbling waterfall, impressive Sierra redwoods and world-famous rock garden make this an inspirational visit for experts and novices alike.

Bodnant Garden (Conwy)

Known worldwide for its botanical collections, Bodnant Garden gives visitors a chance to explore an array of exotic plants grown from seeds and cuttings gathered on plant-hunting expeditions over the last century.

Mount Stewart (County Down)

This is pinned as one of the most inspiring and unusual gardens in the National Trust's ownership with a rich array of Mediterranean design. You can now visit the newly restored Walled Garden that has helped to save one of the oldest grape vines in the UK and Ireland.

Stourhead (Wiltshire)

Perhaps the most beautiful and magical of all of the great landscape gardens, Stourhead is an English 18th-century view of Arcadian paradise. In late spring and early summer the garden is a tranquil place to sit and relax, enjoy a picnic and immerse yourself in 300 years of history.

With just a snippet of what’s on offer, there’s so much to see and do. Why go abroad when we have so many fantastic places to visit right on our doorstep? A day at one of these quintessential gardens will inspire you to explore more and with school holidays just around the corner, it’s the right time to make a bucket list on your next holiday destination.

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Summer Events 2018

Summer Events 2018

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Spring has arrived in the UK and the weather has started to warm up. It’s time to get excited for the summer ahead and take a look at what exciting events are coming up. Why go abroad when you can plan the perfect staycation to suit you and your requirements? 

There’s so much to see and do, here is a mixture of exciting events coming up this summer.

1) Isle of Wight Festival. Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, the Isle of Wight Festival is on the 21st June – 24th June 2018. Expect some of the biggest acts in the world that include Rita Ora, The Script and Chase and Status.
2) Bristol Harbour Festival. Celebrate all things maritime, from mermaid dances to pirate treasure hunts and test out your sea legs on historic vessels the Bristol Harbour Festival. Dates for this festival are the 20th – 22nd July 2018.
3) British Speedway Grand Prix. The Principality Stadium plays host to the British Speedway Grandprix and promises fast and furious family fun. See the best speedway riders in the world go full throttle on their 500cc bikes with no brakes or gears, travelling at speeds over 120kph on their quest for vital championship points. This event is on the 21st July 2018.
4) Royal Welsh Show. The Royal Welsh Show is one of the most prestigious events of its type in Europe, bringing together the farming industry and rural community in a celebration of the best of British Agriculture with a unique and very special ‘Welsh' flavour. This event is on the 23rd – 26th July 2018.
5) Scottish Traditional Boat Festival. This festival is a colourful celebration of Scotland's great maritime heritage in picturesque Portsoy, Aberdeenshire. This event is the 30th June – 1st July 2018.
6) Edinburgh Fringe Festival. The Edinburgh Festival Fringe is the single biggest celebration of arts and culture on the planet. Every August for three weeks the city of Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital, welcomes an explosion of creative energy from around the globe. This event is 3rd – 27th August 2018.
7) SeaFest 2018. SeaFest is a fun, free summer festival for all ages and the programme of events includes a seafood fair, seafood cookery demonstrations with celebrity chefs and seafaring family fun. This event is the 29th June – 1st July 2018.
8) Lights Fest Dublin 2018. This is an experience where thousands of friends and families gather to listen to live music, fill up on great food and light up life by sharing personal wishes, dreams and goals. This event is on Saturday the 18th August 2018.
9) Foyle Maritime Festival. The quayside becomes engrossed in Maritime Magic as the city hosts the Foyle Maritime Festival. Playing host to a fantastic collection of live music, markets, entertainment and river based activities. This event is on the 14th – 22nd July 2018.
10) Heart of the Glens Festival. The 28th Heart of the Glens Festival is a family fun community festival for all ages. There are a wide range of workshops, shows and events. This event is on the 4th – 12th August 2018. 

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www.thebandbdirectory.co.uk Waves In, Bournemouth, Dorset

Waves In, Bournemouth, Dorset

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Waves In offers comfortable & affordable bed and breakfast accommodation just outside the city centre in Bournemouth, Dorset. There are many interesting attractions within a short distance as well as a range of outdoor activities.

This  B&B is the perfect place to escape to for the ultimate holiday experience. All bedrooms have LCD televisions with freeview, hairdryers, well stocked hospitality trays and free Wi-Fi. Rates include breakfast apart from single rooms.

Bournemouth is a great base to explore, and local based tour companies offer sightseeing tours to the Jurassic Coast, Stonehenge, Salisbury, The New Forest and the Isle of White. The city has many shops, places to eat, great nightlife and attractions including Oceanarium Bournemouth, Adventure Wonderland and Bournemouth International Centre.

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www.thebandbdirectory.co.uk Bargate Cottage, Castleton, Hope Valley, Derbyshire

Bargate Cottage is a cosy country cottage in Castleton, Derbyshire.

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We provide guests with comfortable and homely guest accommodation that is nestled within the Hope Valley and ideally located for exploring the Peak District National Park.

Castleton is in an ideal base for walking or touring the Peak District and the Derbyshire Dales, within half an hour’s drive of Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall, Lyme Park, Eyam Hall, the Ladybower, Derwent & Howden reservoirs of “Dambusters” fame. The well trodden walks of the Pennine Way, Kinder Scout, Limestone Way and the White Peak Way are also within an hour’s drive of Dovedale and Hardwick Hall to name but a few.

For lunches and evening meals there are six local hostelries serving bar meals, also café’s and tearooms all within walking distance.

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www.thebandbdirectory.co.uk Aberdeen Lodge, Ballsbridge, Dublin

Aberdeen Lodge is located in Ballsbridge and offers bed and breakfast accommodation in the most exclusive area of Dublin.

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The large rooms and suites in this urban estate combine comfort with all of the facilities required for an elegant stay.

Large well kept gardens surrounding grand mansions give the place an air of refined exclusivity. Aberdeen Lodge, Dublin shares all of these privileges. This luxury lodge on Park Avenue is unique for its style and personal service.

For our corporate guests we offer wireless internet access, a private boardroom and meeting room.

Our kitchen justifiably prides itself on a fine blend of local and International dishes served in the dining room. Guests can enjoy our award winning breakfast and tasty menu which is available throughout the day. 

Only minutes by DART to the centre of Dublin city, this is the perfect base for exploring the sights of the city and touring the Wicklow Mountains to the south. In short, the Aberdeen Lodge, Dublin can match most of the qualities of Dublin’s larger city Centre Properties but adds to them greater seclusion and personal service.

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www.thebandbdirectory.co.uk Leonardos Guest House, Swansea, Glamorgan

Leonardos Guest House has a superb location and offers comfortable accommodation in Swansea, Glamorgan.

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Boasting an idyllic setting at the edge of both the Gower peninsula and Swansea City Centre, our guest house is a perfect location for easy access to Swansea University and surrounding areas.

Breakfast is available at an extra charge of £4 - £7.

Swansea offers a large variety of events, countryside activities, beaches for swimming, sailing and walks, cliffs for biking, golf and horse riding, and entertainment for everybody.

Leonardo’s Guest House is in a perfect location for access to Swansea University, Brangwyn Hall, Swansea city centre, Waterfront Museum, Mumbles and the Gower peninsula.

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www.thebandbdirectory.co.uk Thatch Close Farm Bed & Breakfast, Llangrove, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire

Thatch Close Farm Bed & Breakfast in Llangrove, Ross-on-Wye is a Georgian house offering en suite guest accommodation in a quiet and secluded setting with wonderful views.

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After your journey, relax in our comfortable sitting room with a pot of tea and homemade cakes. This room is for visitors' private use and is available throughout your stay. 

There are ever changing views over the secluded and colourful lawns & gardens, on the cooler evenings enjoy relaxing with a log fire and closed shutters. A TV, magazines and games are there for evenings in.

At breakfast you can choose to sit with friends or family or on you own. On cooler mornings you will be greeted by a log fire and be able to enjoy watching the birds feeding on the patio.

Tea and freshly ground coffee accompany your Aga cooked breakfast. Award winning sausages are served with locally sourced bacon; homemade preserves and free range eggs from our neighbouring farm. Cereals, fruit juice and freshly prepared fruit salad are available. Always ask if you require a special diet.

Thatch Close is approached from a quiet country lane, which leads onto our 1/3 mile long private drive. The drive has mature lime trees, ancient hedges and in the spring abounds with daffodils, which are then followed by cowslips and bluebells and other wild flowers. About an acre of our land is devoted to lawns and garden including Wellingtonias, Robinia and other mature trees.

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