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Jan24

The much reduced remains of a royal castle

Lochmaben Castle is placed on the phytologist of a peaceable less loch unkind by a skeletal striptease of timberland, in Dumfriesshire in south-west Scotland. Now short but a smash, it was erstwhile a well-fortified structure containing a hulk asylum and internal trench, which was probably affined to the loch.

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Jan22

A sophisticated style

Opening originally in 1884 this beautiful Victorian building, next to Liverpool Street Station, houses 5-star luxury. Andaz London is a spectacular 5-star boutique hotel that enjoys a unique location. Stay here guests are steps from the financial district but within easy walking distance of the attractions such as St. Paul’s Cathedral, the London Bridge, the Bank of England and the Tower of London. A central location in the heart of the city makes the Andaz Hotel an ideal accommodation for leisure and business travelers alike.

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Jan20

One of the largest luxury hotels in Manchester

Located a few minutes walk from the Bridgewater Hall and Manchester Central Convention Centre, the Radisson Edwardian Manchester Hotel is one of the most magnificent of all Manchester city centre hotels. Housed in Manchester’s famous Free Trade Hall – a building with a beautiful preserved, historic Italianate exterior, the hotel was winner of the Tourism Award in 2007 for ‘Manchester Hotel of the Year’ and recipient the Enjoy England Silver Award for Excellence in 2008.

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Jan20

A splendid residence, set in a tranquil landscape of gardens

Chewton Glen is an impressive five-star house hotel located less than a mile from the coast of England only two-hours from central London. This unique combination of countryside and coast makes for the ideal location for exploring. Dates from the early eighteenth century, the estate’s legendary charm inspired its owner’s brother, Captain Frederick Marryat, to write his most famous novel, “The Children of the New Forest”.

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Jan20

The epitome of the English country house


Summer Lodge Country House Hotel is a boutique hotel set in a renovated Georgian Manor in the Dorset countryside, United Kingdom. More like a large guesthouse, it offers the ideal way to experience the idyllic nature of the English countryside. All completed by a standard of service that blends old-style courtesy and personal attention with recognition of all the demands of contemporary travelers. As a member of hotel chain Relais & Chateaux, Summer Lodge was included in The Times Top 100 Hotels 2008 list.

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Jan20

A traditional inn, rich in history and charm

One of the most famous hotels in the Cotswolds, Barceló the Lygon Arms is the perfect spot for holidays and short breaks in Worcestershire. Cotswolds is the largest of 40 areas of outstanding natural beauty in England and Wales, known and appreciated by people from all corners of the world. One of the most celebrated in the region, Barceló the Lygon Arms is a small family run hotel well known for its friendly atmosphere and traditional English food.

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Jan20

Enter 500 acres of complete tranquility at Lucknam Park

Nestled in the heart of the English countryside and just minutes away from Bath, Lucknam Park is a country house living at its very best. Truly one of England’s finest 5 star luxury Country House Hotels – with fine dining featuring local produce in The Park restaurant or a more relaxed meal in The Brasserie, luxurious spa treatments and extensive leisure facilities in hotel; new Spa. Lucknam Park is the ideal place to leave everyday life behind. It is a proud member of Relais & Chateaux and has been awarded a Michelin Star, AA 5 Red Stars and Visit Britain Gold Award. For the 2010 – 2011 year, it was delighted to win both the prestigious AA Hotel of the Year, and the Independent Hotel of the Year in the Cateys.

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Jan18

One of the greatest art collections of the nation and a monument of the first importance

 

The Fitzwilliam Museum is one of the greatest glories of the University of Cambridge. It is a museum of international stature, with unique collections most splendidly housed… The Fitzwilliam Museum is part of the national heritage, but, indeed more, it is illustration of a vital and continuing culture which present is our statutory mishap to transmit. The Fitzwilliam Museum owes its foundation to Richard, VII Viscount Fitzwilliam of Merrion who, in 1816, bequeathed to the University of Cambridge his works of art and library, together with funds to house them, to fresh “the Increase of Learning further unlike great Objects of that Noble Foundation”.

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Jan16

Large fortress of great strategic importance

 

Dunbar Castle is the remnants of one of the most right fortresses inScotland , situated over the refuge of the townspeople of Dunbar , in Eastbound Lothian. It was the front of the numerous castles formerly owned and occupied by the Earls of Dunbar. It was firstborn given to Gospatric I, inflammation of the House of Dunbar, by his cousin King  Malcolm III and became the put of the Earldom of Dunbar. The chessman has seen numerous modifications and rebuilds over the centuries.

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Jan15

A unique Scottish Castle

To the region of North Berwick on a bouldered beam stands the surprisingly uninjured desolation of Fenton Tower. The mansion’s positioning was originally elite in the 11th Century because it afforded broad views in all directions and has had some important visitors, among them being  King James VI of Scotland. The Tower has now been meticulously repaired, and opened in 2002 to offer 5-star improvement for up to 12 guests.

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