Infotel Magazine January 2018

2018 Edition 24

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The Guest Book Dates for the Diary The Parsonage Hotel & Spa Citysuites

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partner properties ready to welcome you

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Dates for the Diary

Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s On? Winter Wonderland at Wookey Hole Until 7 January Wells, Somerset >>

Where?

January 2018

London Boat Show 10 - 14 January London ExCel >>

Great Edinburgh Winter Run 2018 13 January Edinburgh >>

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National Running Show at NEC 20 - 21 January Birmingham >>

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The Parsonage Hotel & Spa York, North Yorkshire YO19 6LF

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Built in the early 1840s, the Parsonage Hotel & Spa is set in six acres of beautiful formal gardens and woodland, only a short drive from the historic City of York.

En-suite rooms include hospitality trays, free WiFi and satellite TVs. There is a choice of two restaurants with award-winning locally sourced food creating a delicious Simply Yorkshire Menu and the spa, swimming pool and health club are available for guests over 18 years of age.

Elegant lounges and a beautiful conservatory provide additional down-time relaxation.

“A great location for York.

Food is exceptional, staff helpful and professional.”

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In a central Manchester location, Citysuites Serviced Apartments are available in different sizes depending on the number of people staying. All offer a fully equipped kitchen, living space, bathrooms and comfortable bedrooms with luxury soft furnishings. Available for a minimum four night stay, a parking valet service is available as well as an 18 meter swimming pool, spa pool and a state-of-the-art gym.

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“We stayed for just over 3 months. The staff were fantastic and made us feel so at home. Rooms were clean and amenities were perfect!”

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West Country Inn Bideford, Devon EX39 6HB

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Situated on the A39 Atlantic Highway between Bideford and Bude, this former coaching inn dates back to the 16th Century and retains many original features, including flagstone floors, crooked beams and open fire places.

Surrounded by moorland and unspoilt countryside, the West Country Inn offers nine en-suite guest rooms, a cosy restaurant serving local produce, a games room, lounge and bar.

“We were made to feel very welcome and nothing was too much trouble. We had an evening meal which was absolutely delicious.

Breakfast was well worth getting up for too!”

Taken from a Trip Advisor review.

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Amongst your New Year resolutions, add one more and take a fresh look at the comforts of a guesthouse stay. A warm inviting welcome from knowledgeable hosts who share local information can make a real difference to time spent in an unknown city, undiscovered countryside or unfamiliar coastal regions.

Whether your trip is for business or leisure, a guesthouse has all the comforts of a home which must surely help to reduce any stresses associated with being away. Smaller than a hotel, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find a guesthouse is often quieter so you may notice your productivity goes up while the cost of your stay could go down!

Guesthouses are in an enviable position to offer a genuine one-to-one service tailored to your needs.

From cosy country houses and traditional village inns, airport stopovers to city dwellings, our selection of guesthouses from across the UK all have something special to bring to your time away from home.

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Often family run, your satisfaction is at the heart of service, with fantastic home cooked breakfasts made using local produce, restaurant recommendations for evening dining, safe and secure parking and of course, individual guest rooms which provide comfort without the corporate branding.

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NORTH Ceol Na Mara Guest House, Isle of Harris From £100

The Old Mill Bed & Breakfast, Driffield From £63 £70 Feughside Inn Guesthouse, Banchory From £75

Bein Inn, Perth From £58

Golden Hill Guest House, Omagh From £35

EAST The Old School House Rooms, Cambridge From £85 £95

Easton Guest House, Norwich From £47 £77 10

SOUTH Dark Barn Lodge, Gloucester From £60

Victoria Lodge Guest House, Salisbury From £60 Portcullis Inn Majors Retreat, Badminton From £35 Ryelands B&B, Saltash From £75

Higher Wrantage Farmhouse Bed & Breakfast, Taunton From £60

WEST Pandy Inn B&B, Hereford From £85

Flambards Hotel & Tea Rooms, Cardigan From £75

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LONDON REGION A J Lodge Guest House, Slough From £34

Lampton Guest House, Hounslow From £45

Firs Lodge, Hounslow From £45

Chelsea Guest House, Clapham From £39

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Galaxie Private Hotel, Oxford From £82

Grange Moor Hotel Maidstone, Kent ME16 8BS

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Within walking distance of Maidstone town centre and with good access to the M2 and M20, Grange Moor Hotel offers 50 en-suite guest rooms well-appointed with tea and coffee making facilities, a flat screen TV, hair dryer and free, fast WiFi. A guest lounge has a large screen TV for sporting fixtures and the restaurant is open all day for cooked breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner. A passionate team of chefs have created menus from local, seasonal produce and a value for money Sunday carvery is very popular.

The hotel is convenient for Leeds Castle, Brands Hatch Racing Circuit and The Kent Rural Life Museum.

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“The menu was good, food even better, breakfast freshly cooked, very good and friendly staff.” Taken from a Trip Advisor review.

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Jurys Inn Exeter Exeter, Devon EX1 2DB

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Business and leisure guests are equally well catered for with a choice of 170 stylish en-suite guest rooms ranging from standard doubles to superior rooms and wheelchair accessible rooms, all with free WiFi, well lit work areas, flat screen TVs with Freeview and complimentary toiletries.

Jurys Inn Exeter is in an ideal location for local attractions, including Belmont Park, Spacex art gallery, shopping, restaurants, bars and cafes.

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“Excellent hotel and food, helpful and friendly staff. Full marks.”

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A big year of community events are planned for the Shropshire town of Telford in 2018 as it celebrates a milestone 50 years old.

Named after the civil engineer Thomas Telford, the genius behind many road and rail projects in the county, the new town was created with the merger of Wellington, Oakengates, Madeley and Dawley with many residents moving in from nearby Birmingham and Wolverhampton.

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With a rich history and association with the Industrial Revolution, there are plenty of must-see places every visitor to Telford should complete, starting with the landmark Iron Bridge.

Erected in 1779 over the River Severn, it is the first ever iron built bridge in the world and the Iron Bridge Gorge Museums are the perfect place to learn more about this UNESCO World Heritage Site. You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need to be a science fan, history lover or art enthusiast to appreciate the insightful and informative experience on offer.

Take a trip back to Blists Hill, the Victorian town where steam rules, see the craft and creativity behind the tiles Victorians loved and visit the Coalport China Museum which shares some brilliant examples of Coalport and Caughley china.

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Remember Wenlock from the London 2012 Summer Olympics? The mascotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name is inspired by the market town of Much Wenlock, where in 1850, the Wenlock Olympian Society held their first Olympian Games, now regarded as the inspiration for the modern day games we know today.

With a population of just 3,000 the town feels more like a village and it is well worth a visit for the traditional, independent shops in Medieval, Georgian and Victorian architecture. Cobbled streets, ancient stocks and whipping posts plus the ruins of Wenlock Priory, just a short walk from the town, will keep visitors more than satisfied.

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Trails, galleries and interactivities show the impact iron had on the world at Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron, step into the Tar Tunnel to see the bitumen spring which still oozes through the tunnel walls today, and of course, walk across the striking Iron Bridge.

Head to Hoo Farm Animal Kingdom for a choice of experiences including Keeper for the Day, Carnivore Combo, Badger Watch and the very popular Meerkat Experience where you can see these eccentric creatures up close and personal!

Hand-feeding and helping with the meerkats enrichment is followed by strokes with two very tame meerkats ready for a cuddle. A knowledgeable guide is with you throughout to answer questions and share insights into these amusing animals.

At £99 for an hour for two people, it’s a special experience never to be forgotten.

Telford Town Park is a real oasis in the town centre.

Cafe culture, children’s play area, a cycle centre, aerial rope course, fishing, a sensory garden, nature and history trails plus the fairytale world of Wonderland are just a few of the reasons the park is worthy of a visit. Voted Britain’s Best Park 2015, it has an active events programme, an amphitheatre, bandstand and visitor information centre.

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For panoramic views and an Iron Age hill fort, put your walking boots on and head to the summit of The Wrekin.

Rising to a height of 407 metres and formed from various rocks of volcanic origin, the popular walk is steep in places and does give the illusion you’ve reached the top a couple of times before actually summiting! Once there though, you will be rewarded with stunning views over Shropshire so it’s well worth the effort!

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There are some stunning hotels in and around Telford.

The historic Soulton Hall Hotel is a striking country house combing luxury with a friendly and personal approach.

Rumoured to be haunted, Mercure Telford Madeley Court Hotel is steeped in history and is much regarded for fine service and fabulous food.

For chandelier grandeur, an ornamental lake and an aerial rope adventure, Mercure Shrewsbury Albrighton Hall Hotel and Spa is where you need to be!

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Dreaming of a New Year getaway in 2018?

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Bell at Boxford

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A group of independently owned hotels and health clubs in the UK offering 4-star luxury coupled with a professional service and a relaxed atmosphere.

The Bull Hotel in Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, is set in landscaped gardens and offers peaceful rooms and suites, a light filled restaurant, fitness facilities and great access for the M1 and M24, Heathrow Airport, Legoland, Windsor Castle, Ascot and Hampton Court.

The spectacular Rembrandt Hotel in Knightsbridge shines with ornate architecture and timeless traditions. En-suite rooms include superior and executive rooms for extra luxury and an imaginative menu which can be enjoyed in The Palette Restaurant.

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Within walking distance of Windsor Castle and overlooking the River Thames, the 17th Century Sir Christopher Wren Hotel offers beautifully appointed guest rooms and stylish dinning in a peaceful setting.

Located in the heart of Malvern, with landscaped gardens, a bar and a restaurant, the appealing Abbey Hotel has spectacular views of the Vale of Evesham and offers the highest levels of comfort.

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