Category Archives: Escape London

November 14

ESCAPE LONDON – A railcard made for two, for great days out and cost effective fun!

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Two Together Railcard Poster FINAL Avoid de-icing, overplayed Christmas songs on the radio and snowy traffic jams with the new Two Together Railcard to bring the joy back into travelling this Christmas. Christmas is a truly exciting time of the year, with friends and family to visit and presents aplenty, but travelling by car can […]

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October 26

Middle Piccadilly – a no frills rustic retreat in the heart of Dorset

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The Middle Piccadilly was a little hard to find, but that was partly because it was pitch black when we arrived, also because it is set deep in Dorset’s pretty countryside and the GPS does not seem to know exactly where to take you.  As we arrived we were greeted by the sweet coos of owls […]

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October 22

ESCAPE LONDON – Drapers Hall, rich history, stunning surroundings and perfect service!

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The drive from London to Shrewsbury took over 3 hours, but the moment I set eyes on The Drapers I knew it was worth every single second! As soon as you see the stunning exterior of Drapers Hall you fall in love with it and when you step inside, that love only solidifies. The 400 year […]

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October 22

ESCAPE LONDON – The West Park Hotel – Elegance, Luxury and First Class Service in the heart of Yorkshire

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Situated close to the Yorkshire Moors and the Historic Roman town of York lies the historic spa town of Harrogate and the West Park Hotel. Since I have never been to Harrogate or the Yorkshire Moors, and the last time I visited York I was 8 years old, I jumped at the chance of a […]

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October 05

ESCAPE LONDON – Lyzzick Hall – Luxury, class and big, big dining in the heart of the Lake District

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Being a seasoned visitor to the Lake District, and having enjoyed all it has to offer from an early age, so I was excited to visit Lyzzick Hall. I was even more delighted to learn it was situated in one of the most picturesque parts of the Lakes near Keswick, at the bottom of the […]

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September 16

ESCAPE LONDON – Beautiful countryside, a friendly welcome and special touches at La Fosse in Cranbourne, Dorset

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The drive to Cranbourne from London is about 2 hours, half of which is through pretty country lanes, sadly by the time I left it was dark so I did not get to see them.  Driving through the winding country lanes at night made me realise what a city girl I am, as it took me […]

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September 07

ESCAPE LONDON – Simply the best,The Bedford Lodge Hotel and Spa

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The Bedford Lodge Hotel in Suffolk is about a 90 minute drive from London, the perfect distance to escape London for the weekend.  The building is set in pretty grounds between luscious trees, flowers in bloom and a lovely lawn which was perfectly mowed in stripes.  As you drive onto the stone driveway, you are […]

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September 02

ESCAPE LONDON – Dine and Relax at Felbridge Hotel and Spa

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With my family coming from Sussex I know the area quite well, but I was not familiar with the Felbridge Hotel and Spa.  I do though love to get out of London for country visits once and a while, so it was an added bonus that I was taking a trip to a familiar area. […]

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August 26

ESCAPE LONDON – Relax, exercise and pamper to your hearts content at Ragdale Hall health hydro and thermal spa

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I love living in the city with it’s fast pace of life, bustling streets and a mass of different cultures combined into one.  But city life can get a bit hectic, so once in a while it is lovely to get out of London and see some of Britain’s beautiful countryside.  After a particular hectic […]

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July 07

ESCAPE LONDON – Relax your cares away at Luxury Spa Ragdale Hall

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We are in search of weekends away for stressed out Londoners and will soon be reviewing Ragdale Hall, they offer a range of spa days, spa breaks and a mother and daughter break. The summer sunshine brings some great opportunities for you to explore, relax and revive your senses in the great outdoors here at […]

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