Infotel Magazine |Edition 25 | February 2018

2018 Edition 25

Stratford-upon-Avon A must for

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Contents

Dates for the

Diary

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A Postcard from...

Stratford-upon-Avon

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The Guest Book

Dates for the Diary Appleby Inn Hotel Kenilworth Hotel

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Best Western Plus Lancashire Manor Hotel County Hotel Sturdy's Castle The Perfect Match!

Infotel Business

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A Postcard from Stratford-upon-Avon

Stratford-upon-Avon Hotel Collection Infotel Offers Young's Hotels Featured Group

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Dates for the Diary

What’s On?

February 2018

Icebreaker Festival 2018 2 - 3 February Portsmouth >>

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34th JORVIK Viking Festival 12 - 18 February York >>

Müller Indoor Grand Prix Birmingham 18 February Birmingham >>

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Derby CAMRA Winter Ale Festival 21 - 24 February Derby >>

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Appleby Inn Hotel Swadlincote, Derbyshire DE12 7AP

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This friendly, family run hotel has recently refurbished and extended its facilities to offer 25 en-suite guest rooms with Freeview TV, WiFi and hospitality trays.

Continental and full English breakfast is available and the restaurant serves an extensive menu from light lunchtime bites to speciality pastas and a popular Sunday roast.

Premiership football and live sporting events are shown in the bar area.

Located in Leicestershire, Appleby Inn Hotel is convenient for Twycross Zoo, Tamworth Castle, Donington Race Park and Drayton Manor Theme Park.

“Room was large and comfortable, plenty of parking, evening meal and breakfast were of a good standard. Would stay again.”

Taken from a recent Trip Advisor review.

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Kenilworth Hotel

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear NE2 2AL

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Conveniently located less than a mile from Newcastle City Centre, 15 minutes from St. James’ Park and a short metro ride from the historic and vibrant Quayside, the family run Kenilworth Hotel offers comfortable, modern bedrooms, friendly service and good food.

All guest rooms have tea and coffee making facilities, Freeview TV and DVD players and free WiFi. Breakfast is served in the restaurant with the Ru Bar available for evening drinks and a grill menu of gourmet burgers, snacks and main meals.

There is a private, free car park at the back of the hotel. Cafe culture and al fresco dining in the surrounding area is popular.

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“Check-in was smooth and friendly and our room was large and clean.”

Taken from a Trip Advisor review.

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Best Western Plus Lancashire Manor Hotel Wigan, Lancashire WN8 9QD

From

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Built in the 16th Century, this country style manor house is conveniently located 20 minutes from Liverpool John Lennon Airport and 30 minutes from Manchester Airport, making it an excellent choice with both business and leisure guests.

The interior design is traditional and tasteful, complementing the stylish restaurant which serves continental and cooked breakfasts with a table d’hôte menu in the evenings.

All 74 guest rooms include hospitality trays, WiFi and a TV. Attractive gardens, a new fitness suite and plenty of secure parking add to the appeal of this Grade II listed building.

“Room was very good - clean, spacious, large comfy bed and excellent shower facilities.

Food was excellent."

Taken from a Trip Advisor review.

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200 Spaces On-site

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County Hotel Chelmsford, Essex CM1 2PZ

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Part of the Classic British Hotels Group, the County Hotel is conveniently located near the heart of Chelmsford City Centre and is a short walk from the railway station, with London Liverpool Street just a 35 minute train journey away.

There are a total of 50 en-suite rooms, ranging in size from standard to suites. All offer HD TVs with Freeview, hospitality trays and free WiFi. The Samphire Restaurant offers an award-winning menu promoting local, seasonal produce and the bar and lounge makes a relaxing area for snacks and afternoon tea.

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“A lovely, quiet room, very tasty food and superb service in the restaurant."

Taken from a Trip Advisor review.

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Sturdy's Castle Oxford, Oxfordshire OX5 3EP

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This beautiful 400 year former coaching inn is a ten minute walk from the centre of Kidlington and is just one mile from London Oxford Airport. It's also convenient for Oxford City Centre and Blenheim Palace.

“Rooms are clean, furnished to a good standard and roomy. The restaurant was very good... excellent value but the service really made it - friendly and nothing was too much trouble."

Taken from a recent Trip Advisor review.

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Guest rooms include a flat screen TV with Sky and Sky Sports, a work desk, hospitality tray and bathrooms with both a power shower and bath tub. Traditional pub classics, build your own burger, Sturdy's Spuds and a Sunday roast are just a few of the menu highlights to be enjoyed in the restaurant.

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Desperately seeking the perfect match for a romantic getaway this Valentine's Day? Look no further. The following 'profiles' are looking for love and laughter without any complicated long-term commitments!

User name: Ringwood Hall Hotel

User name: Crown Manor House Hotel

Profile: A Georgian Grade II country manor house surrounded by mature trees, acres of parkland and lots of secret gardens. Four-poster beds, highly specified feature guest rooms and suites set the scene for romance.

Profile: An independently owned boutique hotel in Lyndhurst offering an English countryside escape in a Grade I listed building with log fires, attentive service and fantastic locally sourced food.

Would love to meet: People travelling to Chesterfield for outside adventure in the Derbyshire Dales and time spent together savouring the menu in the elegantly fashionable Coach House Restaurant.

Pillow talk: Complimentary membership for the health and fitness club, indoor pool, sauna and steam room.

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Would love to meet: Those travelling to the New Forest with a love of the outdoors. If your ideal day starts with a horse ride, followed by a walk or a game of golf, this stay will be love at first sight.

Pillow talk: Lyndhurst is bursting with quaint shops, tea rooms and traditional pubs.

User name: Best Western Orton Hall Hotel

User name: Monk Fryston Hall Hotel

Profile: Once the estate of the Marquess of Huntly, this 17th Century manor house sits in 20 acres of parkland and offers award-winning dining and service in a beautiful setting.

Profile: Set in 30 acres of manicured lawns and flower- carpeted woodland with waterways and romantic bridges, individually designed guest rooms, with four poster and canopy beds, offer views over ornate gardens.

Would love to meet: People travelling to Peterborough who enjoy superb spa facilities and prefer to be close to a golf course.

Pillow talk: Enjoy award-winning real ale and good food in Ramblewood Inn, formerly the manor house's stables.

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Would love to meet: Ideally looking for love from Leeds and the Vale of York.

Pillow talk: British classics to hearty rustic fare can be enjoyed with a backdrop of wood panelling, roaring log fires and stunning chandeliers.

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User name: Hartwell House Hotel, Restaurant & Spa Profile: National Trust owned Grade I listed Jacobean and Georgian country house, individually designed guest rooms with period features, antiques and fine paintings.

Would love to meet: Those looking for elegant relaxation or outside exploration of the 90 acres of stunning gardens and parkland at this Buckinghamshire beauty.

Pillow talk: Take the garden tour with head gardener Richard Jones to get a true appreciation of the splendid gardens.

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User name: Sir Christopher Wren Hotel Profile: An elegant Grade II listed riverside hotel with several buildings clustered around an historic cobbled street by Eton Bridge, Windsor.

Would love to meet: Those looking for comfort and fabulous service with Windsor Castle as the backdrop to this royal engagement.

Pillow talk: Enjoy a private dining experience in Wren's original 16th Century Oak Room.

If Cupid's arrow hasn’t yet struck, see if the chemistry is right from these profiles!

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A Postcard from...

Stratford-upon-Avon

On the banks of the River Avon, surrounded by stunning Warwickshire countryside and steeped in 800 years of history, Stratford-upon-Avon is a must for romantics.

For lovers of design, technology and science The MAD (Mechanical Art Design) Museum will score highly. Dancing lasers, rolling ball machines, roaring mechanical dinosaur heads and whirligigs with lots of buttons to press keep visitors involved and entertained at this quirky museum which showcases modern and old fashioned machines.

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The hop-on hop-off, open top tour bus is an ideal way to discover Shakespeare's life and take in some of the key attractions, from his birthplace to his grave, Anne Hathaway's cottage and the iconic Royal Shakespeare Theatre.

Alternatively, the guided walking tours really bring Stratford, Shakespeare and the English language to life in an informative and enjoyable two hours.

Throw down a blanket or hire a deck chair for a romantic picnic in Bancroft Gardens on the south side of the River Avon, sandwiched between the RSC Theatre and canal basin.

It's the perfect place to watch the world go by as buskers perform the soundtrack to your day!

Catch the riverboat here for a 45 minute gentle journey with pleasant views of the town and countryside or stick to the towpath and walk to Mary Arden's Farm where you'll be taken back to the Tudor era and life on a working farm.

The Play's the Thing is an excellent exhibition from the Royal Shakespeare Company, who share stories and secrets from their 100 years of theatre making in Stratford-upon-Avon.

Along with stunning costumes and props from the archives, there's a rare copy of Shakespeare's first folio. Interactive exhibits include the Director's Desk, Magic Costume Mirror and using state-of-the-art gaming, visitors can play Hamlet alongside actor Ewart James Walter.

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A Postcard from...

Stratford-upon-Avon If you're looking to pop 'the' question, turn it into a heady proposal and take the lift to the top of the RSC Tower where the viewing platform provides a panoramic view over the town and its historic landmarks.

By Lobsterthermidor at en.wikipedia [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons

A Capability Brown landscape, stunning parkland, world class art exhibitions, a gift shop and cafĂŠ are a few of the delights at Compton Verney Art Gallery and Park, just nine miles from Stratford-upon-Avon.

Say cheers in The Dirty Duck pub, popular with actors performing at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre or enjoy a pint in The Garrick Inn, named after the actor David Garrick. The building dates back to medieval times and is reputedly the oldest pub in Stratford.

The grounds are open for visitors to enjoy from February and the house, galleries and cafĂŠ open again in March, and with permanent and visiting art collections, it's a fantastic day out.

From the Tudor streets, historic buildings, antique shops and museums, cafes and restaurants, there's much to do in Straford-upon-Avon.

For romantic accommodation Hallmark Hotel The Welcombe blends tastefully modern with fabulously historic and the Grade II listed Best Western Grosvenor Hotel offers intimate lounges and individually decorated bedrooms.

If you fancy a classic country inn, The Kings Head offers a hearty menu of seasonally inspired pub food, well chosen wines and craft ales.

The Garrick Inn, Stratford upon Avon by Amanda Slater (CC BY-SA 2.0)

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A selection of hotels in...

Stratford-upon-Avon The Globe

Hallmark Hotel The Welcombe Stratford Upon Avon

Pen & Parchment Best Western Grosvenor Hotel

Mallory Court Hotel

Stag at Redhill Greswolde Arms Hotel

Innkeepers Lodge Stratford-upon-Avon - The King's Head

Redesdale Arms Hotel

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Deans Place Hotel

Alma Lodge Hotel

Half price 2 night break before 28 Feb '18 >>

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Damons Hotel & Restaurant

Best Western Plus Milford Hotel

Monday - Thursday ÂŁ50 per night >>

Save up to 20% in February >>

East Sussex

Lincolnshire

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Cheshire

Lakeside Lodge Golf Centre Cambridgeshire

Golf & Dinner Packages >>

West Yorkshire

Citysuites Gtr Manchester

4 night apartment break with theatre, football & designer shopping! >>

The Plantation

Birley Arms Hotel

Dolby Hotel Liverpool

Save a huge £45 off! >>

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The Block Liverpool

Village Hotel New Westcliff Hotel Birmingham Walsall Dorset

Dorset

Merseyside

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Merseyside

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Every Young's Hotel offers a unique mixture of traditional charm, character and hospitality with the attraction of an English pub. Guests can enjoy award-winning beers and superb food.

Greyhound Hotel Carshalton, Surrey SM5 3PE

Bridge Hotel

Greenford, Middlesex UB6 8ST

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City Gate Hotel Exeter, Devon EX4 3RB

Crown Hotel Chertsey, Surrey KT16 8AP

Dunstan House Inn Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset TA8 1EU

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