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The Great British Seaside

Our A to Z guide of

British Beaches

Discover the rich history of

Canterbury

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Contents

The Infotel Guide to

The Great Britsh

Seaside

A Postcard from

Canterbury

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Gleddoch House

Hotel & Spa

Homewood Park

Hotel & Spa

Infotel Business

The Infotel Guide to The

Great British Seaside

A Postcard from

Canterbury

Crown Hotel

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Gleddoch House Hotel Golf & Spa

Glasgow, Renfrewshire PA14 6YE

From

£85

01775 843413

Lines open Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm

Gleddoch House Hotel Golf & Spa is just 20

minutes from Glasgow city centre and 15

minutes from Glasgow International Airport.

Guests have a choice of room types, ranging

from contemporary classic rooms to the

individually designed Clyde and Royal Suites.

All guest rooms have complimentary WiFi,

USB charging points and either a 40” or 48”

LED TV. Elemis bathroom products, robes

and slippers are also included.

Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, the Vista

restaurant offers carefully crafted menus

using the finest, locally sourced ingredients

and offers superb panoramic views over the

golf course’s 18th hole and the surrounding

Renfrewshire countryside.

“Excellent hotel with great pool,

good restaurant choices and

helpful staff.”

Taken from a recent Trip Advisor review.

250 Spaces

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& Spa Service

Luggage

Storage

Check In

3.00pm

Check Out

11.00am

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Homewood Park Hotel & Spa

Bath, Somerset BA2 7TB

From

£130

01775 843413

Lines open Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm

This Georgian country retreat offers

peaceful seclusion, award-winning cuisine

and luxurious relaxation set amid parkland

and gorgeous gardens close to Bath.

The house has a wonderful atmosphere

where antique paintings, exposed wood

floors and log fires blend with modern

fabrics and chic designs. Each of the 21

guest rooms is unique in character and

some have views over the stunning gardens.

Homewood Park’s restaurant is famed for

its award-winning food and attentive

service. Enjoy seasonal, local produce in

a relaxing and intimate atmosphere.

“The room we stayed in was

spacious and comfortable. Staff

were friendly and helpful too.”

Taken from a recent Trip Advisor review.

50 Spaces

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FREE

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Restaurant Bar Outdoor Pool

& Spa

24hr

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Luggage

Storage

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T H E I N F O T E L G U I D E T O

THE GREAT BRITISH

A

is for Aberystwyth

This principal holiday resort on the

west coast of Wales is surrounded by

hills and two beaches, castle ruins, a

pier and a harbour.

Must do

Climb the hills for stunning views of

Cardigan Bay.

Stay here >>

Photo © Dave Croker (cc-by-sa/2.0)

B

is for Bournemouth

Seven miles of beaches, a buzzing nightlife

in the Triangle, Victorian architecture, a

pier, an aviary and over two miles of rock

gardens with plants from three continents.

Must do

Visit the New Forest National Park and see

the famous New Forest ponies.

Stay here >>

VisitBritain

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C

is for Caister-on-sea

Wide, sandy, unspoilt beaches with grassy

dunes, a selection of supermarkets, cafes,

restaurants, shops and pubs.

Must do

The village is home to the Caister Lifeboat, a

proudly independent coastal rescue crew with

a visitor centre. Discover its heroic history.

Stay here >>

Photo © Richard Croft (cc-by-sa/2.0)

D

is for Dawlish

Wide, sandy, unspoilt beaches with grassy

dunes, a selection of supermarkets, cafes,

restaurants, shops and pubs.

Must do

The village is home to the Caister Lifeboat, a

proudly independent coastal rescue crew with

a visitor centre. Discover its heroic history.

Stay here >>

VisitEngland/Heart of Devon

E

is for Eastbourne

VisitEngland/Visit Eastbourne

A seafront of large Victorian hotels, a

pier and Napoleonic era fort and military

museum, situated to the east of Beachy

Head, the highest chalk sea cliff in the UK.

Must do

Visit the Sovereign Harbour Marina for a

relaxing flavour of the Mediterranean.

Stay here >>

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F

is for Folkestone

With towering white cliffs to the east, the historic Cinque Port

town of Hythe, broad sandy beaches and Romney Marsh to the

West and backed by areas of unspoilt countryside, Folkestone is

aptly described as the Garden Coast.

Must do

Meander through the cobbled streets of the Creative Quarter for local

arts and crafts, galleries, independent shops, cafes and restaurants

Stay here >>

VisitEngland/Alex Hare

G

is for Goring-by-Sea

Green open countryside meets the sea front

beach huts, yacht club and cafes in this small

place which has resisted the arrival of candy

floss stalls and amusement arcades.

Must do

Hire the quintessential British beach hut

for a day at the seaside.

Stay here >>

Photo © Steve Daniels (cc-by-sa/2.0)

H

is for Hastings

With artisan shops, gourmet food and modern

art, the Sussex seaside town has gone cool!

The £14million renovated pier has regular film

festivals and farmers’ markets.

Must do

Visit the nearby town of Battle and see the site of the

famous 1066 Battle of Hastings at Battle Abbey.

Stay here >>

VisitBritain

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I

is for Ilfracombe

Award-winning beaches, from secluded coves to wide stretches of golden

sand with crashing surf, Victorian architecture, hills and a harbour create a

Devonshire destination for all the family.

Must do

Afternoon tea at the award-winning Miller’s Wife Tea Room at Hele Corn Mill,

which dates back to 1525 and where the flour for the freshly baked scones will

have been ground! Long forgotten traditional teas, such as Devonshire Splits and

Thunder and Lightning make mouth watering alternatives to tuck into!

Stay here >>

Photo © Lewis Clarke (cc-by-sa/2.0)

J

is for John O’Groats

From the amazing wildlife to the stunning scenery, John O’Groats and the

amazing coast around it will take your breath away at every turn. Explore

the village, walk the coast, discover the bays and beaches, or use it as a

starting point for further adventures!

Must do

Stand back and see the specialised coastal mix of grass and wild flowers at the

Inn, designed to encourage the rare Great Yellow bumblebee to flourish again.

Stay here >>

K

is for Kessingland

A popular family holiday destination and an area of

historical importance and interest to archaeologists with

Palaeolithic and Neolithic tools and implements discovered

here.

Must do

The beach runs into Benacre Nature Reserve, famous for bird

sightings every spring as migrating birds hit British land fall.

Stay here >>

Photo © roger geach (cc-by-sa/2.0)

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L

is for Lytham St Annes

With an expansive sandy beach, Victorian pier, historic windmill, a

royal golf course and stylish independent shops, the dual seaside

towns of Lytham and St Annes continue to remind us why we all love

the British seaside so much.

Must do

With links to the now notorious witch trials of 1612, Pendle Hill and its

surrounding towns and villages are a truly bewitching area of Lancashire

worth visiting.

Stay here >>

Photo © Steve Daniels (cc-by-sa/2.0)

M

is for Milford Haven

Sitting on the shores of the largest estuary in Wales and one of

the deepest harbours in the world, with a rich history of naval

dockyards, passenger liners and a fishing fleet.

Must do

Visit the Heritage and Maritime Museum housed in the Old Custom

House, one of the oldest buildings in the town. The museum

illustrates the history of the major industries which the town has

been home to - whaling, fishing and petroleum.

Stay here >>

Photo © Jeff Gogarty (cc-by-sa/2.0)

N

is for Newquay

Surf capital of the UK and the perfect place to get

into the waves. From beginners to pros and veterans,

there’s a wave waiting to be ridden in Newquay.

Must do

Visit the harbour for fishing trips and excursions, spot

seals and see the catch of the day landed, including fresh

crab and lobster.

Stay here >>

©VisitBritain/ Adam Burton

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O

is for Overstrand

Photo © Chris Downer (cc-by-sa/2.0)

This Norfolk coastal village grew from a fishing industry

and a few boats still remain. Situated on a cliff top

overlooking fine sandy beaches, the beauty of the village

didn’t go unnoticed and many rich and famous people

have built holiday homes here, leading to its nickname as

‘the village of millionaires.’

Must do

The cliff top walk to Cromer, just under two miles away.

Stay here >>

P

is for Poole

A bustling tourist resort with the second largest

natural harbour in the world, being topped by Sydney!

Blue flag beaches, cafes, restaurants and bars make it

a great place to relax with friends.

Must do

The Lighthouse Theatre always has a great line up of live

shows, events and exhibitions for culture lovers.

Stay here >>

Photo © Chris Wood (cc-by-sa/2.0)

R

is for Ramsgate

Awash with history and heritage and overflowing with

charm, the busy harbour, which borders a yacht-packed

marina, is England’s only Royal Harbour.

Must do

Head to the Micro Museum to see the history and ideas which

lead to the invention of the home computer.

Stay here >>

VisitEngland/VisitKent

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S

is for St.Ives

For decades, the town has been attracting artists who

come to capture the area’s undeniable natural beauty

and has now become a magnet for some of the world’s

greatest painters, sculptors and ceramists.

Must do

There are only four Tate galleries in the world and one of

them is Tate St Ives.

Stay here >>

©VisitBritain/Tomo Brejc

T

is for Tynemouth

This conservation area consists of 18th and 19th century buildings

with Tynemouth Priory and Castle prominently positioned on

the headland, overlooking the river and out to the North Sea.

Stunning beaches with plenty of activities, including jet skis,

canoeing, surfing and wind surfing will keep visitors active.

Must do

Visit the moated Tynemouth Castle and Priory and discover

2000 years of history.

Stay here >>

VisitEngland/Louise Best

U

is for Ullapool

Nestled on the shores of Loch Broom, about one hour from Loch

Ness, this picturesque fishing village has restaurants, shops,

cafes, bars, a museum, sea fishing, loch fishing and deer stalking,

making it the perfect base to discover Ross-shire.

Must do

A stunning sunset cruise from Ullapool Pier taking in the beauty of

Loch Broom and the Western Isles and if you’re really lucky see

dolphins swim.

Stay here >>

©VisitBritain/VisitScotland

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V

is for Ventnor

On the south coast of the Isle of Wight, Ventnor became an established

seaside destination during the Victorian era, recommended for its healing

climate and waters it became a fashionable destination health resort.

Must do

The sheltered location of Ventnor provides a microclimate with more sunny days

than the rest of the UK and fewer frosts. Visit the Botanic Garden to see exotic

plants from around the world, showcased in themed gardens in a beautifully

landscaped setting.

Stay here >>

VisitEngland/Jeremy Cangialosi

W

is for Whitley Bay

Fine beaches and safe bathing as well as plenty of traditional seaside

amusements, local amenities include a skate park, a children’s

playground, a new swimming pool and the refurbished Whitley Bay

Playhouse, making it a good all-round family destination.

Must do

One of the local landmarks is the white lighthouse which stands on the tiny

island of St Mary’s. At low tide the causeway can be walked across to reach

the visitor’s centre, museum and cafe.

Stay here >>

VisitEngland/Louise Best

Y

is for Yarmouth

VisitEngland/Jeremy Cangialosi

A popular family holiday this historic port town sits at

the mouth of the River Yar and contains some of the

oldest architecture on the Isle of Wight, including a

16th Century castle.

Must do

Take a gentle stroll along the Grade II listed pier to

enjoy the stunning views across The Solent.

Stay here >>

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A Postcard from...

CANTERBURY

Less than an hour from London, Canterbury is a

world-famous cathedral city and was one of medieval

Europe’s great places of pilgrimage and knowledge.

With a vault of history and heritage, a treasure chest

of arts and culture and an abundance of outdoor

adventures, visitors are assured a memorable stay

in the city which was the backdrop to Chaucer’s

famous Tales.

Welcoming over one million visitors a year, Canterbury

Cathedral was the scene of the murder of Thomas Becket,

the Archbishop of Canterbury who was in conflict with

the King of England, Henry II, over the church’s rights and

privileges. Murdered by the king’s supporters, Becket was

canonised soon after his death and venerated as a saint

and a martyr by both the Catholic Church and Anglican

Communion with his shrine becoming a focal point

of pilgrimage.

The Cathedral houses many collections and archives and

with a team of volunteers guiding visitors through the

magnificent building and extensive grounds, it’s no surprise

Canterbury Cathedral is a number one visitor attraction as

well as being a place of worship and music.

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A Postcard from Canterbury

Canterbury Cathedral

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An ideal place for visitors to continue their

Canterbury experience is at The Canterbury

Tales Visitor Attraction.

With a combination of live costumed

characters and entertaining audio guides,

it gives visitors a great introduction to the

city and its famous literary connection.

Once a roman cemetery and turned into a civic

park at the end of the 18th Century, Dane John

Gardens is well worth a wander. The city walls

border one side of the gardens and a gentle

walk to the top of the roman mound provides

excellent views over the city. Despite its city

centre location, the historic park creates a

sense of escape and on a summer day, the lime

tree lined avenue is a welcome shaded walk

leading to the park’s fountain. A bandstand hosts

traditional concerts and there’s a safe play place,

picnic area and a refreshments kiosk.

For the ultimate farmers’ market experience,

The Goods Shed is not to be missed. With

glowing reviews, it’s a sensory treasure chest of

successful British cottage industries showcasing

local produce; from the butchery and fish stall

to the veg stall via the bakery, the cheese maker

and the bottle shop.

The Telegraph described the restaurant as ‘a

scene that makes you wonder if you’ve died and

been whisked off to gastronomic heaven!’

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Images Courtesy of

Canterbury Tales Visitor Attraction

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A Postcard from Canterbury

The rustic beamed roof and beautiful Victorian

windows only add to the appeal of this foodie

Mecca. Make sure you leave with a bespoke

Goods Shed in a Box to help with

withdrawal symptoms!

For art lovers, Canterbury offers a range of

galleries and museums with the centrally located

Beaney House of Art and Knowledge offering a

varied programme, including interactive events

for all ages. The Marlowe Theatre welcomes all

the major tours, including hit West End musicals

while the Spitfire Ground hosts pop and

rock concerts.

By Zeisterre [CC BY-SA 3.0] from Wikimedia Commons

VisitEngland/VisitKent

01775 843413 Lines open Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm

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For lovers of green spaces, the city’s Westgate

Gardens is a showpiece not to be missed. Dating

back to the Middle Ages, the gardens cover the

remains of the old Roman wall and London road

gate. There’s a Norman archway and a 200 year

old Oriental plane tree which is believed to be

the oldest specimen in the country. The Great

Stour runs through the park and as well as being

home to water vole, brown trout, kingfisher,

moorhen and heron, visitors can enjoy relaxed

chauffeured punts which can either focus on the

history or wildlife of the area.

VisitEngland/VisitKent

The Crab and Winkle Way is a must for cyclists.

There are plenty of cycle hire shops so the

seven mile ride from Canterbury to Whitstable

is a route visitors to the area can really enjoy.

Passing through the Kent countryside, the

journey is almost totally traffic-free and follows

the old railway line to the outskirts of Whitstable.

Highlights along the path include the 13th

Century Church of St. Cosmus and St.Damine

and the beautiful Blean Woods and Clowes Wood.

On arriving in Whitstable, enjoy a harbour

side view and the catch of the day at a local

restaurant or purchase your own from Whitstable

Fish Market, a dream visit for fish and

seafood lovers.

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VisitEngland/Diana Jarvis

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A Postcard from Canterbury

The Foundry Brew Pub in White Horse

Lane is a unique craft brewery based

in what was a Victorian Foundry which

produced cast metal items that were

shipped over the empire. Today, visitors

can enjoy supping a pint and tucking into

good pub food while watching production

in the display microbrewery.

As well as local beers, ciders, lagers and

world bottled beers, the team at the

Foundry Brew Pub love Gin so much

they make their own from scratch! Full of

Kentish flavours and brewed with the finest

English barley, the handcrafted and

un-filtered Gin includes eight tasty

botanicals, including hops and

apples from local farms.

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A Postcard from Canterbury

For an extended stay in Canterbury and the surrounding Kent coast and

countryside consider these hotels.

Stade Court Hotel

Tonge Barn Hotel

Innkeepers Lodge Canterbury -

The Old Gate

Bijou Abode -

Chaucer House

Judd’s Folly Hotel

Hythe Imperial Hotel

01775 843413 Lines open Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm

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Crown Hotel

Chertsey, Surrey KT16 8AP

From

£72

01775 843413

Lines open Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm

Guest rooms include Nespresso coffee

making machines and a good selection of

teas, flat screen TV, complimentary WiFi and

temperature controlled air-conditioning in a

choice of either a Courtyard or Armoury room.

The wooden floors, open fires and original

brickwork of the Crown Hotel creates a

charming place to unwind. The pub serves

real ales, craft beers and fresh bar snacks

along with a fabulous seasonal menu which

is available from breakfast through to dinner

and the Sunday roasts are a popular choice

with both residents and guests.

“This hotel was so wonderful!

From the well appointed

rooms, comfortable beds, great

atmosphere and excellent food.

Would definitely recommend

and would definitely return.”

Taken from a recent Trip Advisor review.

35 Spaces

On-Site

FREE

WiFi

Restaurant Bar Air Con Laundry

Service

Luggage

Storage

Check In

2.00pm

Check Out

11.00am

01775 843413 Lines open Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm

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Swan Inn & Motel

Beccles, Norfolk NR34 0LD

From

£75

01775 843413

Lines open Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm

Close to the Norfolk and Suffolk border

and just outside the market town of

Beccles, The Swan Inn & Motel offers 14

fabulous refurbished guest rooms, all

individually designed and with en-suite

facilities, a hospitality tray, TV and WiFi.

Guests can start the day with a cooked

breakfast and they have the choice of two

restaurants for lunchtime and evening

dining, where a daily specials board as well

as the main menu are served. There is a

comfortable bar and a covered patio area

with garden seating.

“This motel is very welcoming

and friendly. Rooms are clean,

modern and very pleasant.

Exceptional value.

Breakfast excellent.”

Taken from a recent Trip Advisor review.

60 Spaces

On-Site

FREE

WiFi

Restaurant Bar Air Con

(Building)

Tea & Coffee

in Room

Check In

12.00pm

Check Out

10.30am

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What’s On?

Dates for the Diary

August 2018

WHO?

Wilderness Festival

WHEN?

Caribbean Carnival

WHERE?

Portsmouth International

Kite Festival

2-5 August 4 August

11-12 August

Oxfordshire >> Leicester >>

Portsmouth >>

1940s Wartime Weekend

Isle of Wight Garlic Festival

2018

Lost Village Festival

18-19 August 18-19 August

23-26 August

Lancashire >> Isle of Wight >>

Lincolnshire >>

Creamfields Notting Hill Carnival Audio Farm Festival

24-27 August 25-27 August

30 August -

2 September

Cheshire >> London >> Shropshire >>

01775 843413 Lines open Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm

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STAY INN THIS SUMMER!

Get out to an inn this summer time where you can enjoy rustic charm and character combined with fantastic

food and superb service. Often located in the beautiful countryside and offering peace and tranquillity,

there’s lots of history and heritage to be discovered with many inns dating back hundreds of years.

Lion Hotel

Shrewsbury

For Grade I listed charm, the Lion Hotel in

Shrewsbury began life as a coaching inn in the 16th

Century and is famous for being the place where

Charles Darwin caught the coach south to board

HMS Beagle.

Guest rooms have their own unique architectural

character dating back to the Elizabethan period,

which is combined with the modern, classical

comforts today’s guests expect; Freeview TV, a work

desk and toiletries along with tea and coffee

making facilities.

Enjoy excellent hospitality and a choice of dining in

either the Hayward Restaurant or The Oak Bar for less

formal dining and a range of healthy light bites.

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Stay inn!

Crown Inn

Swindon

The Crown Inn sits in the heart of the picture postcard

village of Broad Hinton in Wiltshire, in between two of

the country’s historic white chalk horses at Hackpen

and Broad Town.

Pretty on the outside and equally pleasing internally,

the Crown Inn has a traditionally styled bar with a

beamed ceiling. Guests can enjoy local fine ales and a

range of single malt whiskeys. The tasty menu offers

a choice of local, seasonal produce as well as gluten

free and vegetarian options. On a sunny day, the Inn’s

garden is the ideal place to finish a ramble along one

of the national walkways or bridle paths.

The Belfry at Yarcombe

Boutique Rooms, Honiton

If homemade bread, seafood risotto or slow cooked

local fillet steak sounds good, then head to Honiton

in Devon for a stay at The Belfry at Yarcombe

Boutique Rooms. Offering six en-suite guest rooms

named after some of the great poets of the 19th

Century, rooms have excellent hospitality trays with

fresh milk and can include home-made flapjacks

or biscuits!

The inn was originally the village school and is mainly

built with flint cob and features stone mullioned

windows set with leaded, stained glass.

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The Hawk Inn

Andover

Stay inn!

The historic Hawk Inn in Hampshire is home to a

modern British menu, fabulous ales and an excellent

wine list. There are a total of nine en-suite guest

rooms including two spacious family rooms. Free

WiFi, hospitality trays and a flat screen TV with

DVD are offered in each room and either a cooked

breakfast or continental is included in the rates.

Nearby, guests can visit the Hawk Conservancy which

showcases experienced falconers flying hawks, owls

and eagles, including two American Bald Eagles. The

Hawk Inn is also ideally located for Stonehenge.

The Dabbling Duck

Kings Lynn

Rescued from redevelopment in 2006, The

Dabbling Duck offers an unforgettable stay in one

of the prettiest and unspoilt areas of Norfolk. Nine

individually designed guest rooms include a bath and

power shower and have a flat screen TV, hospitality

tray and homemade biscuits.

Where ever possible, ingredients are sourced locally

from the land and The Dabbling Duck is particularly

proud of its seasonal game dishes. Listed in The Good

Food Guide, as well as farm to fork dishes, guests

can enjoy wood fired pizzas in the garden or as a

take-away. A cocktail menu, 13 different gins, a variety

of real ales and a carefully selected wine list make

The Dabbling Duck a popular choice with visitors

and locals.

For more inspiring country inns to suit a range of budgets and locations follow the link >>

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Best Western Plus Stoke-on-Trent Moat House

Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire ST1 5BQ

From

£54

01775 843413

Lines open Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm

The Best Western Stoke-on-Trent Moat

House is ideally based for the city centre

and offers modern accommodation with

free WiFi, coffee and tea making facilities

plus a flat screen TV with Freeview. The

hotel also has excellent leisure facilities

with an indoor pool, air-conditioned gym,

sauna and spa pool.

Dining is available in the Viva Restaurant

which serves an a la carte menu or Two

Dine offer and additional snacks and bar

food can be enjoyed in the Viva Bar

and Lounge.

“Our room was very

clean, a good size and

very comfortable bed.

Breakfast both mornings

was good.”

Taken from a recent Trip Advisor review.

350 Spaces

On-Site

FREE

WiFi

Restaurant Bar Gym &

Spa

Laundry

Service

Air Con

Check In

3.00pm

Check Out

11.00am

01775 843413 Lines open Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm

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Crown Manor House Hotel

Lyndhurst, Southampton, Hampshire SO43 7NF

Hotel Bosco

Surbiton, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey KT6 4LQ

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Privately owned by Paul and Adam Buzasi, The Antoinette Group take a dynamic and

forward thinking approach focusing on continuing to provide excellent experiences.

With over 300 team members, the principal activity of the group is owning and operating

three and four star hotels with events and banqueting facilities. The group operate and own

separately branded restaurant outlets and late night cocktail bars.

Antoinette Hotel Kingston

Beaufort Road, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey KT1 2TQ

Antoinette Hotel Wimbledon

The Broadway, Wimbledon, London SW19 1SD

01775 843413 Lines open Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm

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