Category Archives: Escape London

February 02

ESCAPE LONDON – Fall in love with Rockliffe Hall Hotel and Spa, County Durham

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Rockliffe Hall is a two and a half hour train ride from London and about a four hour drive, do not let the drive put you off though as it is worth every second when you set eyes on the stunning building of Rockliffe Hall. The view is as exciting as the history it boasts, […]

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December 20

ESCAPE LONDON, VISIT AMERICA – have a luxurious brunch at the Waldorf Astoria, New York

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It’s a cliche but true, there’s no place quite like New York at Christmas time.  New Yorkers love their Sunday brunch and the Astoria has been boasting one of the best for several decades now. The beautiful, historic building situated on Midtown Park Avenue is impressive from both outside and in. There is a certain […]

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December 20

ESCAPE LONDON, VISIT AMERICA – Spoil yourself in the heart of New York at the Kitano Hotel

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The boutique hotel Kitano in New York is situated a stones throw from the Empire State Building and in central Manhattan. Before you even step inside the stunning hotel, you are greeted by the porter at the door and this is just where the excellent service begins. The receptionists are very friendly and are sure […]

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December 06

ESCAPE LONDON – The Greenway Hotel and Spa in Cheltenham, a stunning English country manor

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The exterior of the Greenway Hotel is breathtaking, a beautiful English country manor set just below rolling hills. However, the visual treats of this beautiful hotel only just begin when you stare in awe at the beauty of the buildings exterior. As you step into the reception it is not just the friendly receptionist that […]

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December 03

ESCAPE LONDON – Stunning setting at luxurious Lainston House Hotel, Winchester

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This stunning, 17th Century hotel is ‘luxury country getaway’ at its best. The sprawling lawns leading up to the picture perfect building, which is so elegantly framed by a valet circle and gates, will surely impress upon arrival and the grandeur of the grounds and impressive suites will continue to please throughout your stay.

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December 02

ESCAPE LONDON – Friendly service and lovely rooms at Scotland’s rural Horseshoe restaurant with rooms

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The Horseshoe is set in the pretty village of Eddleston, about a 45 minute drive from the stunning city of Edinburgh. Their wonderful hospitality begins from the moment you arrive into the city, as the manager was kind enough to pick us up from the station. Driving through the stunning countryside to the Horseshoe, you […]

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December 02

ESCAPE LONDON – Feel like a princess at Melville Castle in Edinburgh, Scotland

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I am half Scottish, so it is almost a sin that it has taken me so many years to visit Scotland for the first time. My Scottish father grew up in a castle and I have always wanted to stay in one, so to visit beautiful Scotland and stay in a stunning castle crossed off […]

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December 01

ESCAPE LONDON – Superb service and a fun atmosphere at the Ducks in Aberlady, Scotland

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Right from the moment we arrived after the short 18 minute train journey from Edinburgh to Longniddry, we were made to feel welcome. The friendly owner Malcolm was kind enough to pick us up from the station and take us on the short ride to the hotel. This smiley hotelier was very knowledgeable about the […]

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November 25

ESCAPE LONDON – PorterHouse Shrewsbury, not your first point of call

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PorterHouse Shrewsbury is set in a stunning little town and just steps away from the breathtaking Drapers Hotel where we were staying. The pretty building looks like it used to house a carriage way for horses. The venue inside splits into three, a stunning bar buzzing with trendy clientele and beautiful decor one side, a […]

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November 21

ESCAPE LONDON – Panoramic views and exquisite food, at Alfresco’s Brighton

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Call me old fashioned but there is still a part of me that if I eat in Italian restaurant I like to encounter an Italian waiter/waitress/server. Alfrescos here in my home town of Brighton does not let me down, from the first ‘Buongiorno’ to the last ‘Ciao’ it’s enchanting. Situated in a perfect nigh on […]

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