Infotel Magazine | Edition 27 | April 2018

2018 Edition 27

The Tea Break

Tiers of tasty temptation!

Discover Derby What to do & where to stay

Pack the pedigree PJs for a dog-friendly getaway!

Thursday 29 March: 9.00am - 5.30pm Friday 30 March: Easter Break Monday 2 April: Easter Break Tuesday 3 April: 9.00am - 5.30pm

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Contents

APostcard fromDerby

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The Guest Book

Dates for the Diary Hawthorn Farm B&B Wiltshire Hotel Golf & Leisure Resort The Poplars

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The Canine Club Collection Dunraven Hotel Lincoln Self Catering A Postcard from Derby

Derby Collection

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Five Bells Inn

Infotel Business The Tea Break Infotel Offers Featured Group Suite Hospitality

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Bank Guest House

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What’s On? Bath Comedy Festival Until 15 April Bath >>

APRIL 2018

Edinburgh International Science Festival Until 15 April Edinburgh >>

Where?

The Grand National 12 - 14 April Aintree, Liverpool >>

Who?

The Stratford-upon-Avon Literary Festival 22 - 29 April Stratford-upon-Avon >> 6

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Hertford Arts Festival 6 April Hertford >> Virgin Money London Marathon 22 April London >>

Belfast Film Festival 2018 12 - 21 April Belfast >>

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The Spring Flower Show 26 - 29 April Harrogate >>

Hawthorn Farm B&B Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 7ED

From

£80

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Hawthorn Farm is a 16th Century Grade II listed farmhouse and is one of the oldest buildings in Buxton.

There are six guest rooms, two in the main house and four in the barn conversion. All offer tea and coffee making facilities, a TV and WiFi. A cooked breakfast and cereals are served in the main house between 7.30am - 9.30am and Buxton, which is just a short walk away, has a choice of restaurants for evening dining.

“This is a great B&B! Welcoming hosts, comfortable clean rooms and a delicious breakfast to top it off!”

Taken from a recent Trip Advisor review.

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Wiltshire Hotel Golf & Leisure Resort Swindon, Wiltshire SN4 7PB

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£60

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Perfectly placed for business and pleasure in the Cotswolds, Bath, Malmesbury and visiting Stonehenge, the Wiltshire Hotel boasts 58 en-suite guest rooms, a fully equipped gym, indoor swimming pool, spa facilities and a golf course.

Originally designed by Peter Alliss, the 18-hole lakes course is challenging and enjoyable. For the keen golfer, packages can be included with a stay.

Dining is available in the Pavillion Restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch and evening meals or enjoy a lighter menu in the Clubhouse Bar and Lounge during the day.

“Hotel was great, staff friendly and welcoming, room clean and comfortable.”

Taken from a recent Trip Advisor review.

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The Poplars

Lincoln, Lincolnshire LN1 1EZ

From

£45

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This private, period property is located on the Roman Trail near to Lincoln cathedral, castle and the old town area of Bailgate.

Guest rooms are individually decorated with modern décor, some have en-suite facilities, all include hospitality trays.

Free WiFi and free parking are available and for evening dining, there is a choice of good restaurants within walking distance.

“Excellent service. Beautiful room with a fantastic view. Very friendly but still felt private and comfortable.”

Taken from a recent Trip Advisor review.

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If getting away for a few days starts the separation anxiety alarm bells ringing, there's a simple answer.

Pooch power rules ok, so pack some pedigree pyjamas and take your four legged friend with you!

Dog-friendly accommodation is on the rise and man's best friend is being welcomed into independent boutique hotels, guest houses and well-known hotel groups, all happy to provide pooch with a bed, bowl and blanket!

Hallmark Hotels From Aberdeen in Scotland to Bournemouth on the South Coast, there's a Hallmark Hotel in 28 UK locations, all welcoming dogs with their Pawfect Package. At ÂŁ15 per night, the hotel group promise you and your dog a unique experience from reservation, arrival and in your room. They don't wish to spoil the surprise but the group promise both you and your furry friend will not be disappointed!

Mercure Hotels Happy tails are guaranteed with Mercure Hotels who offer a speciality menu for dog dining and dog popcorn treats. The group's hotels in Altrincham near Manchester, Shrewsbury and Hatfield charge ÂŁ15 per night, per dog, with a maximum of two dogs per room.

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Toft Country House Hotel & Golf Club

Woolpack Inn, Somerset

Is a dog-friendly stay and 18 holes of golf possible? It is at Toft Country House Hotel near Stamford in Lincolnshire.

For a small charge, dogs can enjoy ground floor accommodation around the courtyard at this former farmhouse which retains many charming original features.

The Woolpack Inn near Bath welcomes dogs throughout the pub and in guest rooms, some of which open onto the garden for easy dog access. The former coaching inn is ideally located for long walks in the Somerset countryside.

For winter stays, the open roaring fireplace in the stone flagged bar area is the perfect setting to enjoy cask ales and a tasty bar menu.

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Aubrey Park Hotel, Hertfordshire

The Winning Post, Berkshire

Aubrey Park Hotel, between Hemel Hempstead and St Albans, is set in nine acres of rolling countryside with many historical walks within the grounds.

Dog-friendly guest rooms include bowls, a bed and treats and for your own two legged treat enjoy afternoon tea in the garden.

Treats at the bar and wonderful Windsor walks welcome you and your dog to The Winning Post. Nicely located for Ascot, Henley and Windsor, this 18th century building is full of character, with nooks and crannies, original old stone floors and a roaring open fire. The dog is welcome to dine with you in the bar and with a choice of exciting menus using local and seasonal produce, neither of you will be disappointed.

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Bear Hotel, Hampshire

Bell at Boxford, Berkshire

A traditional coaching inn which has welcomed Queen Victoria, Winston Churchill and Eisenhower now offers a very warm welcome to dogs visiting Hampshire. Good food, great wine and a lovely atmosphere add to the appeal of this old building bursting with modern-day comforts.

Don't miss out on the award-winning food, real ales and fine wines available at the Bell at Boxford, in Berkshire. Ground floor en-suite accommodation makes it easy for dogs to feel perfectly at home and there's a good mix of local walks to be discovered.

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Bermondsey Square Hotel, London

Black Horse Inn, Kent

If your dog prefers the bright city lights over country retreats, Bermondsey Square Hotel ticks the boxes with its designer bedrooms and beautifully appointed loft rooms. The area is thriving with a vibrant restaurant, bar and club scene and the hotel is convenient for The City, Borough Market, Tate Modern and Tower Bridge.

The Black Horse Inn in Maidstone offers stunning B&B accommodation with a fantastic menu available in the pub or restaurant for evening dining.

Dogs get a truly friendly welcome with their own basket, sheets and towels in the guest rooms with just the main restaurant off limits. There's also a good choice of local walks for early morning/ evening exercise.

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Angus Hotel

Best Western Ipswich Hotel

Brook Kingston Lodge Hotel

Buckatree Hall Hotel

Castlewood Lodges

Cobden Hotel Birmingham

Coul House Hotel

Cross Hands Hotel

Days Inn Durham

Days Inn Magor

Dog House Hotel

Eynsham Hall

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Foxfields Country Hotel

George Inn

Godalming Hotel

Griffin Hotel

Hartwell House Hotel, Restaurant & Spa

Haycock Hotel

Hilton Bracknell

Inglenook Hotel & Restaurant

Ibis Budget Derby

Legacy Hotel Victoria

Moxy London Excel

Ommaroo Hotel

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Dunraven Hotel Treherbert, Rhondda CF42 5BG

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£60

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Located in the world-famous Rhondda Valley and sat at the foot of Penpych Mountain, this family run pub offers pet friendly accommodation.

Guest rooms have private bathrooms, a flat screen TV and a hospitality tray.

Cardiff is 20 miles away and the area is popular with walkers and mountain bike enthusiasts.

WiFi is available in public areas and there is on-site parking for up to six vehicles.

“Very good, quality service, very good room, extremely friendly staff and locals. Food here is delicious.”

Taken from a recent Trip Advisor review.

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6 Spaces On-Site

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Lincoln Self Catering Lincoln, Lincolnshire LN1 1QF

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These self-catering apartments have modern, well equipped kitchenettes, a flat screen TV with Sky movies and sports, complimentary toiletries, towels, bed linen and free WiFi. Private parking is available at no charge and additional street parking can be arranged.

The Marina waterfront is a four minute walk and has a wide choice of restaurants.

Located close to Lincoln University, just a short walk from the castle and also convenient for Humberside Airport which is 25 miles away.

“Great place to stay. Huge, comfy bed. Very clean.”

Taken from a recent Trip Advisor review.

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Derby

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Home to the first water powered silk mill and at the centre of the Industrial Revolution, Derby combines history and heritage with arts and culture and creates a vibrant, exciting destination for both business and leisure stays.

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One of the city's longest established businesses is Royal Crown Derby, which is quite possibly the country's oldest porcelain manufacturer too. Dating back to the 1700s, Crown Derby porcelain was hugely popular with Victorians and gained its royal warrant when Queen Victoria appointed the company to be manufacturers of porcelain for Her Majesty.

The visitor centre is located right in the heart of Derby and provides a real insight into the traditions, history and skills used in creating fine bone china. As well as having a retail shop and a museum showcasing the china creations, the 1750 Tea Room is perfect for afternoon tea and completes a guided tour of the centre in true style and sophistication!

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If in Derby do Denby!

The household name known for its tableware, cookware and serveware has a pottery village where you can visit the museum, take in a tour and paint your own pot before enjoying a light lunch served on Denby tableware.

Photo Š Copyright Bill Nicholls / CC BY-SA 2.0

Away from clay and onto lead mining!

The Heights of Abraham is a unique hilltop park reached by a spectacular cable car journey over the Derwent Valley. Originally opening to visitors back in 1780, it's the Peak District's oldest and most appealing destination.

At the summit, visitors can explore the spectacular underground caverns, visit an exhibition, shop and either picnic or enjoy the fantastic views from the Vista Restaurant.

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Fossil Factory

The Long View Exhibition State-of-the-art lighting really shines the spotlight on the two show caverns.

Inside the Great Rutland Cavern, visitors can see a day in the life of a 17th Century lead mining family while The Great Masson Cavern reveals the magnitude of size and atmosphere.

Above ground, additional attractions include The Long View Exhibition, Fossil Factory and Tinker's Shaft.

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Breakfast at Betty's Farm is a must on so many levels! With over 24,000 free range laying hens and the fantastic on-site butchery, farm shop and cafĂŠ, you will definitely dine like a king!

The farm is run with high animal welfare as the focus; the happy hens are laying about 22,000 eggs per day!

A flock of 20 pure breed Jacob ewes and a larger flock of texel Suffolk crosses spend time at Betty's as well as the sister farm in Buxton, and a visit at this time of the year means lambs in the fields!

Visitors can get up close with the only cockerel on-site and some of the chickens for hand feeding.

There are also goats and horses who will wander over for a stroke!

Betty's sausages, bacon, free range meat and eggs form the basis of the cafĂŠ menu with all dishes freshly cooked to order. And once you've enjoyed breakfast or a light lunch, head to the farm shop to stock up on free range produce for your own kitchen.

The Great Masson Cavern

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Photo by Arran Bee / CC BY 2.0

Derby Arena is the newest entertainment venue for the region pulling in big name comics, rock, pop and pantomime. It's also building a reputation as the Midlands hub for track cycling attracting elite cyclists and competition along with specialist sessions for novices, youngsters, juniors, women-only, seniors and veterans.

Located on Pride Park next to the IPro Stadium, the ÂŁ27.5million arena includes a state-of-the-art gym and badminton courts too.

Photo by Brian Townsley / CC BY 2.0

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If your idea of being on track calls for less energy and you prefer to look back in time, put Pickford's House on your agenda.

This hidden gem was the family home of Georgian architect Joseph Pickford and illustrates aspects of life from the 18th to the 20th centuries. Partly built and designed as a family home, partly business showroom, the house opens the door on a life between master and servant with knowledgeable, costumed guides and different collections to explore.

Photo by J147 / CC BY-SA 2.0

Shopping in Derby is a contrast with the bright lights of the Intu shopping centre and the historical streets of boutique shops, arcades, restaurants and bars in the Cathedral Quarter, where you'll also find art galleries and museums.

There is a diverse selection of real ales available in a wide range of pubs in Derby.

Ye Olde Dolphin is the city's oldest, with stories dating back to the 1500s including Dick Turpin's romance with a women living in the pub. Micro-pubs feature at Little Chester Ale House and the Last Post with The Brunswick Tavern, Falstaff and Mr Grundy's worthy of a visit for their own brew!

Photo by VisitEngland / Diana Jarvis / CC BY-SA 2.0

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Derby Collection

There's plenty of choice for staying overnight with a good range of hotels in the City centre for different budgets and you can also travel a little further out to the scenic Derbyshire Dales and the Peak District for a country break.

Risley Hall Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

Ibis Budget Derby

Hallmark Hotel Derby Midland

Hallmark Inn Derby

Hallmark Hotel Derby Mickleover Court

Makeney Hall Hotel

Ringwood Hall Hotel

Hilton House Hotel

Castle Inn

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Five Bells Inn

Pulborough, West Sussex RH20 2QX

From

£80

01775 843413

Lines open Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm

Situated in the Arun Valley between Pullborough and Storrington, close to the South Downs and convenient for Worthing and Brighton, the Five Bells Inn offers en-suite guest rooms with views over the countryside.

The five individually decorated rooms have hospitality trays and widescreen TVs. Home cooking using locally sourced ingredients forms the basis of a menu of fish, meat and vegetarian options.

An open fire and real ales can be enjoyed in the pub which is popular with locals, ramblers and race goers.

“We enjoyed a lovely stay. The food was very tasty and the rooms were cosy and clean.”

Taken from a recent Trip Advisor review.

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Get the best china out for Saturday 21 April is National Tea Day and if ever tea needed to be poured from the pot as opposed to a bag in a mug, it's this day!

and TV programmes The Darling Buds of May and The Thornbirds have all raised the nation into reaching for the kettle at the same time!

The 1990 World Cup semi-final between England and West Germany and the penalty shootout saw the England team pack their bags as the nation headed off to the kitchen to reach for the tea bags and switch over 1 million kettles on!

Tea has never been more on-trend than now.

Whether the leaf is green or black, a speciality fruity fusion, a zesty, zingy brew for a mid-afternoon boost or a calming potion promising sleep, there's a huge tea chest of choice and the long standing argument on how to make the best cuppa will probably go on for the next 5,000 years! We do know 98% of tea drinkers add milk, although we don't know if that's pre or post pour/tea bag, and 30% of drinkers add sugar. Whether with a biscuit or breakfast, a lavish afternoon tea with all the trimmings or as a TV stress buster, over 165 million cups of tea will be drunk in the UK today!

Who shot EastEnders Phil Mitchell, the Rugby World Cup final between England and Australia in 2003,

Now, sit back with a cuppa and pour(!) over our favourite five hotels brewing the perfect afternoon tea!

After water, tea is the most widely consumed drink on the planet. At 5,000 years old, it's a natural source of fluoride so it's good for gums and teeth, it has half the amount of caffeine than coffee does and it’s the only drink capable of causing a power surge on the national grid at key moments in time!

TAPLOW HOUSE HOTEL AND RESTAURANT Delicious all year round, the team at Taplow House Hotel have created an extra special Royal Afternoon Tea to be enjoyed on Friday 18 and Saturday 20 May. Finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones and a delicious selection of cakes and sweets can be enjoyed with bubbles to toast the royal couple. There's a fine choice of teas and coffees and a premium gin menu, just in case you did want to steer away from the spout!

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DONNINGTON GROVE AND COUNTRY CLUB Situated in the heart of Berkshire and famed for its golfing events, Donnington Grove Hotel offers three tea packages; cream tea, traditional full afternoon tea and celebration tea. Enjoy a pot or two of fair trade tea with a selection of sandwiches made with farmhouse bread, scones with strawberry jam and clotted cream, afternoon pastries and fruit cake. With hand-painted wallpapers, decadent furniture, old tapestries and paintings creating an elegant backdrop, the setting is perfect for afternoon tea.

REMBRANDT HOTEL The ornate architecture of this Edwardian building sets a scene reminiscent of a bygone elegant era where tea was definitely loose leaf and poured from bone china tea pots. The Rembrandt in London's Knightsbridge serves afternoon tea from midday to 6.30pm in the 1606 Lounge Bar and Conservatory.

Smoked salmon, cream cheese, egg and cress and ham and mustard finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with Devonshire clotted cream and strawberry jam, mini cakes, a glass of champagne and a choice of teas or a cafetière of coffee make for a truly memorable experience.

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ABBEY HOTEL WORCESTERSHIRE Enjoy a pot of Abbey afternoon tea with finger sandwiches, raisin scones and clotted Cornish cream while savouring the views over the Vale of Evesham at the Abbey Hotel in Great Malvern. Built on the site of a Benedictine monastery at the foot of the Malvern Hills, it's an impressive setting, guaranteed to charm.

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BY SOFITEL Combine stunning views over Queen's Square with three tiers of heavenly afternoon tea, impeccably served in the delightful Tea Room of the Francis Hotel Bath Mgallery

by Sofitel. Pick the high tea menu for additional patĂŠs and pots, including pork rillettes, soused vegetables and potted shrimp. It's a food paradise with lemon drizzle cake, vanilla Madeleines and of cause, scones, jam, fresh berries and clotted cream.

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Makeney Hall Hotel Belper, Derbyshire DE56 0RS

This magnificent Victorian country mansion is set in six acres of beautifully landscaped gardens with breathtaking views across the Amber Valley.

Offering a high standard of en-suite accommodation in a choice of executive rooms and suites, guests can enjoy comfort and relaxation. Choose between formal dining in the restaurant with a predominantly modern English menu or opt for the lounge menu from the bar.

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Buckerell Lodge Hotel Exeter, Devon EX2 4SQ

Each one of the 54 en-suite bedrooms at Buckerell Lodge is designed to provide comfort and relaxation. Many bedrooms offer charming views of the gardens and grounds and a choice of standard, superior executive rooms and special feature bedrooms are on offer. A variety of hot and cold dishes are served in the bar with a menu of light meals and main courses.

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Harte & Garter Hotel & Spa Windsor, Berkshire SL4 1PQ

High ceilings, beautiful cornices, marble fireplaces and solid dark wood furnishings blend seamlessly with all of the modern essentials. Some rooms boast fine Victorian features complemented with elegant bathrooms and role top baths, others offer breathtaking views of Windsor Castle. The Tower Brasserie serves a menu of British classics.

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