Wednesday, 13 March 2024

The Riverside at Aymestrey, Aymestrey, Leominster, Herefordshire


The Riverside at Aymestrey, Aymestrey, Leominster, Herefordshire

The Riverside at Aymestrey, a 16th-century traditional inn located on the southern edge of Mortimer Forest near Leominster in Herefordshire, offers a unique and historic retreat for guests.

Individually furnished rooms, some featuring 400-year-old beams embedded in the walls, provide a charming stay. One room even boasts the presence of a friendly ghostly lady from the river. The inn's suites, including the Hayloft and Stable suites, offer spacious accommodations with sitting rooms and en suite bedrooms. The Hayloft suite overlooks the river and ornamental terrace gardens, while the Stable suite provides convenient access to the courtyard, ideal for guests with mobility concerns. All rooms offer views of the River Lugg and Aymestrey countryside, along with amenities such as flat-screen TVs, Noble Isle toiletries, and homemade biscuits.

Guests are treated to individually cooked breakfasts made from local ingredients, including freshly laid eggs crucial for the special scrambled egg recipe. The bar and restaurant maintain a traditional ambience with log fires, candles, and oak beams, offering hand-pulled real ales and cider sourced from local breweries. The menu highlights local produce from North Herefordshire, the Welsh Border, and South Shropshire, with the kitchen team often foraging for wild ingredients in the surrounding meadows and riverbanks.

The Riverside Inn serves as an ideal base for exploring the area's attractions, including circular walks ranging from 3 to 15 miles, historic sites like Croft Castle and Ludlow, golf courses, the Black and White Village Trail, and various breweries, cider presses, and cheese producers. Guests can also enjoy visits to nearby towns such as Ludlow and Hereford, as well as exploring the region's picturesque countryside and country parks.

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Ye Olde White Harte Hotel, Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex


Ye Olde White Harte Hotel, Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex


Ye Olde White Harte Hotel, situated in Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, presents guests with a charming retreat housed within a 17th-century English establishment. Boasting a spectacular location overlooking the River Crouch, this hotel promises an unforgettable holiday experience.

Rich in character, the hotel features numerous open fires and original wooden beams, creating a relaxing and memorable ambience. Offering a selection of contemporary bedrooms, some with views of the River Crouch and the picturesque Essex countryside, the White Harte ensures a comfortable stay. Travel cots and Z beds are available upon request for certain rooms.

The hotel's bar is divided into three distinctive sections. The foremost bar area provides picturesque views of the quay, boasting exposed wooden beams, a grand open fireplace, and vintage decor, evoking a sense of charm and nostalgia. The snug bar, tucked away at the back of the premises, is a beloved spot among regular patrons, featuring a gas fireplace and providing a cosy retreat for families to unwind.

Culinary delights are served throughout the hotel, including in the expansive Chartroom. Adorned with historical charts of the Essex coastline, this dining space accommodates up to 35 guests and features a sizable hearth with a gas fire, exposed beams, and brass decorations.

Nestled in the heart of the Essex countryside along the north bank of the River Crouch, Burnham-on-Crouch offers a range of attractions for its small population of approximately 8,000 residents. From a cinema and marina to a golf club and scenic coastal walkways, the town provides ample opportunities for exploration and relaxation. With good transport links to surrounding areas and towns, including access to London via Burnham train station, guests can easily venture further afield, reaching central London within 60 minutes.

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Grosmont House B&B, Grosmont, Whitby, North Yorkshire


Grosmont House B&B, Grosmont, Whitby, North Yorkshire

Grosmont House B&B, a Victorian establishment nestled in the charming village of Grosmont, offers a blend of modern comforts within its original architectural allure. Situated conveniently close to the seaside town of Whitby, the B&B boasts a selection of room types, all equipped with en suite facilities and amenities such as flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee-making provisions, toiletries, hairdryers, and Wi-Fi connectivity.

Each morning, guests are treated to a hearty Yorkshire breakfast featuring award-winning chipolatas and bacon, complemented by free-range eggs sourced from local farms. For those seeking a lighter fare, options like smoked salmon or bagels are also available. Breakfast service in the dining room is offered between 8.00 am and 9.00 am.

The village itself hosts a range of amenities including a shop, Post Office, pub, gallery, bookshop, and teashops, catering to various needs. Moreover, Grosmont serves as an ideal starting point for exploring the scenic Esk Valley and the captivating North Yorkshire Moors, making it a favoured destination for walkers and nature enthusiasts alike.

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Friday, 8 March 2024


Enchanted Manor, Niton, Ventnor, Isle of Wight

Discounted ferry vouchers available on direct bookings

Welcome to our family owned & run Enchanted Manor, a magical healing haven.

If you are looking for a unique and uplifting experience, our 186 year old, Enchanted Manor is the ideal choice. It’s our contribution to the New Earth and your invitation to unplug: relax, rejuvenate and RECONNECT.

Depending on how far down the Rabbit hole you want to go, you can visit Enchanted Manor as a regular B&B guest and enjoy our Magical home as your base to explore the Isle; book a ME Stay-cation for some much needed alone time or join one of the deep healing immersion retreats. The veils are thin here.

We are located on the quieter & peaceful southern tip of the mystical Isle of Wight, the sunniest corner of the UK. A 5-minute walk from the famous St Catherine’s Light House and an area of Natural beauty; there are coastal walks and cycle paths offering magnificent views along the coastline and fresh sea air. Its also considered a ‘dark sky’ area, where stargazing is at it’s best.

We offer personalised, nurturing hospitality and attention to comfort detail. Delicious & healthy vegetarian breakfasts; specialty coffee & bewitching brews add to the simple pleasures that ensure your stay is magical & meaningful.

There are eight spacious, elegantly decorated guest rooms, all with private bathrooms & 5 rooms have en-suite lounges. Each room is unique, boasting the magnificent artwork of world-famous fantasy artist, Josephine Wall. The sumptuous bedding ensures a restful nights sleep, and the lounges are cozy and inviting.

Guest rooms include: Extremely comfortable 4 poster beds with luxurious cotton bedding (Hypoallergenic pillows are available on request); Flat screen TV with free-view channels & DVD player to enjoy our extensive DVD collection; Antique record player with a selection of classic vinyl records; Hairdryer & ironing facilities; In-room fridge with complimentary purified water; Bathrobes; Luxury New Earth Toiletries; Free Wi-Fi access.

Breakfast is served in our Greenhouse conservatory overlooking our beautiful and quaint garden, with regular visits from the Red Squirrels, badgers and birds.

Part of our passion project is to be as sustainable as possible and to inspire others to choose healthier meals and drinks more often without giving up on flavour and foodie heaven. We cater for vegans, vegetarians, gluten-free & dairy-free.

We are licensed for weddings and specialise in bespoke intimate weddings for up to 60 guests (accommodation for a maximum of 16 guests).

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Thursday, 7 March 2024

The Yew Tree, All Stretton, Church Stretton, Shropshire


The Yew Tree, All Stretton, Church Stretton, Shropshire

The Yew Tree is a charming, family-operated inn situated in All Stretton, Shropshire, amidst the scenic Shropshire Hills. It boasts a selection of local real ales, homemade meals and sumptuous accommodation.

Following a fantastic refurbishment of this Grade II historic inn, we now feature a state-of-the-art commercial kitchen, inviting outdoor spaces with an oak pavilion and landscaped gardens, plus four stunning bed & breakfast rooms.

Each room is equipped with smart TVs, USB charging stations, abundant electrical outlets, hairdryers, facilities for tea and coffee, complimentary WiFi and options for drying damp outerwear. The stay includes a hearty breakfast, with the option to purchase a packed lunch.

Room 1 (Batch Valley): A twin room with an en-suite shower, decorated with original beams, previously serving as the owner's private kitchen.

Room 2 (Ashes Valley): Our most spacious room offers an en-suite shower, decorative beams, heritage windows with a window seat and a distinctive slipper bath at its heart.

Room 3 (Inwood): A cosy double room with an en-suite shower, a sleek sliding door and elegant wooden panelling.

Room 4 (Cwm Dale): A larger double room featuring an en-suite shower, a decorative fireplace, classic windows and wood panelling.

The pub has maintained its traditional charm with a classic bar adorned with box seating, a wood-burning stove and hardwood floors. Our lounge, favoured by diners, provides a warm environment with exposed beams, a large fireplace, traditional wood floors and windows. The dining room serves breakfast and daily meals, offering a semi-private ambience ideal for larger groups without feeling separated from the bar ambience.

Our exterior space includes a beer garden capable of accommodating up to 150 guests, featuring a covered oak pavilion with a log burner and an external bar. In the summer, we delight our guests with homemade wood-fired pizzas right from our outdoor pizza oven.

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Tuesday, 5 March 2024

Wheelgate Bed and Breakfast, Coniston, Cumbria, Lake District National Park


Wheelgate Bed and Breakfast, Coniston, Cumbria, Lake District National Park

Wheelgate Bed and Breakfast is in the heart of England's beautiful Lake District. We are situated in a peaceful location just a stone's throw from Coniston Water, surrounded by a gorgeous lake and mountain scenery of Coniston in Cumbria.

Our 7 individually styled bedrooms include two singles, a four-poster, 2 suites, a king and twin-bedded room. All are en suite and come with a shower, comfortable pocket-sprung bed, TV with Freeview, all rooms have very high-speed internet, tea and coffee-making facilities, big fluffy towels and Pure Lakes toiletries.

The highly acclaimed Wheelgate Breakfast caters for all tastes and appetites and uses homemade and locally sourced produce whenever possible. Choose from a tempting selection of cereals, yoghurts, juice and fresh fruit. The Wheelgate Grill is freshly prepared to order and features homemade Cumberland sausage and home-cured bacon from Melville Tyson (our local butcher) and of course local free-range eggs. For the hungry, the Text taken from thebandbdirectory.co.uk grill makes a superb start to the day, but if you prefer something lighter we also offer Scottish smoked salmon with scrambled egg, natural smoked haddock with a poached egg or a Manx kipper. There is always plenty of hot toast made with our delicious homemade bread.

For those interested in walking or visiting local attractions and beauty spots, we are happy to lend guidebooks and maps of the area and if you are unfortunate enough to get caught out by the Lakeland weather we have a utility room for drying wet coats and boots. For keen cyclists, we can also provide secure covered bike storage.

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Monday, 4 March 2024

Middle House, Askrigg, North Yorkshire


Middle House, Askrigg, North Yorkshire

Situated in the picturesque village of Askrigg within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, The Middle House offers an idyllic retreat in North Yorkshire. Our establishment is renowned for its exceptional drinks, delicious cuisine, cosy and traditional rooms and unparalleled Yorkshire hospitality.

Our guest rooms include doubles and twins, they all have Freeview TV, tea & Text taken from thebandbdirectory.co.uk coffee making facilities and the ensuite facilities all have a shower/bath with complimentary toiletries. We ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay for every guest.

In our kitchen, we craft authentic Yorkshire cuisine, sourcing ingredients from nearby suppliers, while our bar offers an extensive array of beverages. Breakfast only available on a Tuesday and Wednesday (kitchen closed).

As the perfect base for exploring the Yorkshire Dales, The Middle House provides easy access to a myriad of sights and attractions. Whether venturing up or down Wensleydale, guests can embark on a journey filled with stunning landscapes and captivating experiences right from our doorstep. 


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