The clocks may have gone back an hour, officially marking the end of British summer time, but it’s time to look forward! Maybe you are looking to take some time out, whether it be a cultural city break, the peace and tranquility of a rural escape, delving into the past to explore our great historic heritage or the need to be beside the sea, there are plenty of options! Whilst Norfolk with its fabulous 90 miles of coastland has to be [...]
Wiltshire’s moonrakers weren’t so daft…Since the 18th century, Wiltshire men have been known as moonrakers. An odd name to match an equally peculiar story. The tale goes that one moonlit night some Wiltshire yokels were raking a village pond for kegs of smuggled brandy, when they were surprised by excise men. Country guile kicked in as they feigned stupidity claiming they were trying to rake out the moon, which was reflected in the water. Needless to say, several communities claim the [...]
Norfolk has everything you need for a September get away…and it does it quietly. As they say in the home of Boudicca and Nelson, “…slow you down, boy.” Walk the Deep History Coast, between Weybourne and Happisburgh, in the footsteps left by the UK’s first ‘tourists’ nearly a million years ago. And take in the world’s biggest mammoth skeleton. On down the coast – Norfolk has 90 miles of beaches and cliffs, marshes and creeks – to Blakeney Point, home to [...]
After much waiting and meticulous preparations, our B&B Hosts are happy and relieved to be welcoming guests once more! It’s been a long time… With the long hot days stretching ahead of us (we can but hope !), it’s a good time to plan a break away. So, continuing with our focus on various destinations around the country for those of you raring to get out there and explore, Derbyshire boasts something for everyone - from the stunning natural beauty of [...]
As ‘Staycations’ look to be very much an integral part of 2021, in the coming weeks we shall be highlighting various destinations around the country for those of you raring to get out there and explore, as we slowly but surely ease our way out of Lockdown 3… as well as some fabulous B&B accommodation along the way! So let’s get started…! Somerset, in the South West of England, is a special county of beauty and contrasting landscapes, steeped in history [...]
Troustrie House B&B, situated in the stunning ‘Kingdom of Fife’ peninsula and close to St. Andrews, is a Georgian farmhouse, full of charm and character, providing elegant, comfortable accommodation for an outstanding stay…not to mention of course delicious home-cooked breakfasts using local, organic and free-range products where possible! More than a B&B though, Troustrie House is on a mission to champion the natural environment and their re-wilding initiative is one to be commended! B&B host, Lesley MacGregor moved to Troustrie in [...]
Scotland, explore a country of Beauty – majestic mountains and moors, teeming wildlife, verdant forests and white sand beaches. Romance – fairy tale castles standing sentinel over mysterious lochs and misty glens. Heritage – a story of war, religion, culture, innovation and independent spirit. Great cities and ancient villages. There’s plenty more …… discover it in the Scottish regions …. Scotland, explore a country of ............ [two_third] [/two_third] SCOTLAND 1. Aberdeen, Grampian and Moray 2. Argyll and The Isles 3. Ayreshire and Arran 4. Dumfries and Galloway 5. Dundee and Angus [...]
Co Mayo Bed & Breakfast Guide County Mayo is on the west coast of Ireland. Its scenery ranges from verdant to desert like, with rocky cliffs at the Atlantic coast. Clew Bay is dotted with small, steep-sided islands, including Clare Island. At the eastern end of the bay, Westport town is known for its Georgian architecture and Westport House, a mansion with dungeons. Nearby is Croagh Patrick, a mountain linked to St. Patrick. The Doolough Valley is one of the [...]
A.O.N.B. Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty As well as the 10 National Parks we have in the UK, we are blessed with the not so well known 34 areas of Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Many of our writers and poets knew how splendid they were and used their own experience of living and exploring them in many of their writings. Given the opportunity, we all like to travel elsewhere in the world if we can, but while this isn’t possible [...]
Co Wexford Bed & Breakfast Guide County Wexford is known as Ireland's "sunny southeast". The Irish National Heritage Park, near Ferrycarrig, consists of 35 acres of woodland, wetland, uplands, and estuaries. This open air museum has to-scale replicas of places and buildings illustrative of some 9,000 years of Irish history. The park of Johnstown Castle is well worth a visit for its artistically situated ponds and more than 200 different flowers and shrubs. From Kilmore Quay you can take a boat [...]
Co Clare Bed & Breakfast Guide Clare is a coastal county brimming with natural charm along the stunning Wild Atlantic Way: Iconic towering cliffs, an ancient limestone landscape and quaint towns full of character. The Cliffs of Moher with their staggering height of the rock face, and the even more staggering beauty of the views from the top out towards counties Cork and Kerry beyond, with a keen eye from O'Brien's Tower even able to spot the Aran Islands to [...]
Co Donegal Bed & Breakfast Guide County Donegal made up of castles, rugged coastline and mountains such as the quartzite Mount Errigal. Glenveagh National Park, once a private estate, encompasses forests, lakes and bogland in the Derryveagh Mountains. Glenveagh National Park is a remote and hauntingly beautiful wilderness of rugged mountains, pristine lakes, tumbling waterfalls and enchanted native oak woodland in the heart of the Derryveagh Mountains in the north west of County Donegal. At the centre of the Park [...]
Sutherland Bed & Breakfast Guide Sutherland occupies much of the far north of Scotland. It has three coasts, which extend from Strathy and Tongue to Durness and Cape Wrath in the north; from Cape Wrath to Lochinver in the west; and from Helmsdale to Dornoch in the east. If it’s wide open spaces, wilderness, and true isolation you’re after, then Sutherland is one of the best places to find it. With a population density of barely two people per kilometre, you can truly get away from it all amongst this beautiful [...]
Gwent Bed & Breakfast Guide Gwent is the largest and most densely populated county in the UK. Usk is located on the River Usk, which is spanned by an arched stone bridge at the western entrance to the town. Usk Castle, above the town overlooks, the ancient crossing point. Tredegar House is one of the most significant Restoration houses in Britain. Raglan was once a market town, held a regular court and three coaching inns. And it’s dominated by one [...]
Midlothian Bed & Breakfast Guide Located to the south of Edinburgh, Midlothian is a beautifully rural area with rolling green hills and huge expanses of thriving woodland. Midlothian is easier to discover than ever before thanks to the Borders Railway. The railway line travels through beautiful countryside, connecting Edinburgh to Tweedbank in the Scottish Borders with stops at the Midlothian towns of Eskbank, Newtongrange and Gorebridge. Visit the mysterious, late-Gothic Rosslyn Chapel, which featured prominently in the blockbuster film and book, [...]
Ross-shire Bed & Breakfast Guide Beautiful county in the Scottish Highlands – Eilan Donan Castle – iconic castle and popular filming location. Inverewe Gardens – famous for its exotic plants which thrive in the unique conditions created by the Gulf Stream meeting the Highlands. The Falls of Glomach – one of the tallest waterfalls in Britain. Benn Eigh National Nature Reserve – mountain peaks and ancient pine forests - home to a diverse range of wildlife including Golden Eagles. Attadale Gardens [...]
Roxburghshire Bed & Breakfast Guide Roxburghshire or the County of Roxburgh is a historic county in the Southern Uplands of Scotland. It borders Dumfriesshire to the west, Selkirkshire and Midlothian to the north-west, and Berwickshire to the north. Jedburgh Castle Jail & Museum is an attraction that looks like a grand castle – but inside is a different story! Floors Castle is not only a Duke's family home, but also the heart of the diverse Roxburghe Estates in a beautiful part [...]
Conwy Bed & Breakfast Guide Conwy Town- steeped in history, this world heritage site, boasts a thirteenth century castle and walls, picturesque harbour and suspension bridge as well as the smallest house in Great Britain! Llandudno – Victorian seaside resort with outstanding traditional pier, the longest in Wales - take the cable-car or tramway to the top of the Great Orme, a massive span of limestone headland rising dramatically out of the sea – look out for the wild Kashmir goats. [...]
West Lothian Bed & Breakfast Guide Situated between Glasgow and Edinburgh is an area waiting to be explored. See the Pentland Hills, excellent for walkers with over 100km of sign-posted trails and many traditional Scottish towns and villages. Linlithgow is a town steeped in history. Visit the remains of Linlithgow Palace, birthplace of James V and Mary, Queen of Scots. See Livingston, the largest town in West Lothian providing a great shopping experience including Livingston Designer Outlet. Kirknewton is a [...]
Tyne & Wear Bed & Breakfast Guide North eastern county with quayside cities and glorious sandy beaches such as stunning Tynemouth Longsands. This is a blue flag award-winning mile long stretch of golden sands, nationally renowned for surfing. Newcastle is a bustling city with medieval castle, art galleries, theatres and museums and excellent shopping with unique boutiques. Fenwick’s of Newcastle is one of the largest luxury department stores in the country. Jesmond Dene is a beautiful park with native and exotic [...]
