Infotel Magazine | Edition 1 | 2016

The Guest Book This month’s top picks

Dates for the Diary What to do, where to stay

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2016 Edition 1

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CONTENTS

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The Guest Book

10 & 11

Pamper Time

12 & 13

5 Dates for the Diary

Corus Hotels Group

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6&7 Infotel: working for you

Needham House Hotel

8 Eynsham Hall

15 West Grange House

16 & 17

9 Goonearl Cottage

Infotel Specials

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Sun Inn

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Lakeview Holiday Cottages

20 & 21 A postcard from...

22 & 23

Laura Ashley Hotels

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Wycliffe Hotel

About Us

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This month’s collection of Infotel properties to tempt you away

Whitsand Bay Hotel Cornwall

Ethorpe Hotel Buckinghamshire

Savoy Hotel Jersey

Winston Hotel

The Victoria Hotel

30 James Street Home of the Titanic

Wessex Royale Hotel

Hampshire

Lancashire

Merseyside

Bedford House West Yorkshire

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Dorset

The Royal Angus Hotel, Birmingham West Midlands

Huntly Arms Hotel Aberdeenshire

Dates for the Diary

Follow our quick links for a range of accommodation at different prices and star ratings, providing plenty of choice for your next night away...

6th February

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Six Nations Rugby Scotland vs England

6th - 7th February

14th February

Chineese New Year in Chinatown

Needle Gangstas Annual Tattoo

DERBY

EDINBURGH 19th - 23rd February

London Fashion Week

LONDON

LONDON 15th - 27th February

Jorvik Viking Fesival

28th February

Brighton Half Marathon

YORK

BRIGHTON

6th March (onwards)

1st March

St David Day’s Parade

Oxford Science Festival

Cardiff

OXFORD

10th - 13th March

Crufts: The World’s Largest Dog Show

BIRMINGHAM

12th March

Six Nations Rugby England vs Wales

12th - 13th March

TWICKENHAM 17th February

St Patrick’s Day

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FEATURED HOTEL

Eynsham Hall

Witney, Oxfordshire OX29 6PN

“Incredible - loved it!”

Trip Advisor reviewer

Our Infotel #InfoSelfie Christmas competition winners are on their way to this stunning Grade II mansion to enjoy delicious dining and a stay in the Bridal Suite - we’re ever so slightly envious!

From their first glimpse of the historic building, as they make their way from the forecourt to the Jacobean style entrance, they’re going to be truly impressed.

Classic features add to the elegance of this stunning building, with the main reception lounge showcasing the original wooden flooring and stone fireplace combining with a contemporary twist of stylish new soft furnishings, a trend repeated in the award wining bar The Gun Room, with its canary yellow leather sofas and Pop Art upholstered tub chairs.

If you’re not staying in the Bridal Suite, there’s a choice of traditionally styled rooms in the

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main Hall and standard rooms in Eynsham Court, Cottage and Lodge buildings From

£72

200 Onsite Free WiFi Restaurant

Check In Check Out 2.30pm 10.30am

Indoor Pool

Bar

Weddings

Gym

CCTV

FEATURED HOTEL

Goonearl Cottage Redruth, Cornwall TR16 5DF

A traditional Cornish cottage set in its own beautiful grounds, in the picturesque parish of St Agnes. The sandy beaches of Porthtowan, Portreath and St Agnes are all within easy reach, as are the towns of Newquay, St Ives and the beautiful city of Truro.

There is a choice of six rooms, with a family suite available as well as various double rooms with en-suite options. All rooms are decorated to a high standard and provide a relaxing and comfortable home-from-home atmosphere. There is a large lounge area, bar and gardens providing great views of the Cornish countryside. On site parking plus a garage for surf boards, bikes and motorcycles is available.

A locally sourced, superb breakfast will kick-start your day with light bites and Cornish cream teas available from late afternoon.

From

“Outstanding... top class guest house and the accommodation is a high standard... I will definitely stay again” Trip Advisor reviewer

7 Onsite

£79 Free WiFi Breakfast

Bar

Cycling

Walking

Check In Check Out 3.00pm 10.30am

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PAMPER TIME

Whether its five star luxury or a spa break, we have plenty of inspiring and inviting hotels to spoil and pamper loved ones.

HALLMARK HOTEL THE WELCOMBE Stratford-upon-Avon With spa, golf course, award-winning restaurant, tennis courts and 157 acres of magnificent grounds, the Hallmark Hotel, The Welcombe is a destination in its own right.

It is also within minutes of one of Britain’s most iconic towns - Stratford-upon-Avon, birthplace of William Shakespeare.

HARTWELL HOUSE HOTEL, RESTAURANT & SPA Aylesbury A Jacobean and Georgian Grade I House set in 90 acres of stunning gardens and parklands, providing total spa relaxation and perfectly placed to discover Oxford, the Cotswolds and Chiltern Hills.

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DRAYCOTT HOTEL Chelsea Built in 1890, the Draycott Hotel is one of the finest and most elegant boutique hotels in London, located around the corner from Chelsea’s fashionable Sloane Square and the beautiful borough of Kensington, making it perfect to explore all London has to offer.

23 MAYFIELD Edinburgh Built in 1868 during the reign of Queen Victoria, all rooms are uniquely decorated with handcrafted solid mahogany furniture to complement the theme of each room.

COTTONS HOTEL & SPA Knutsford Modern design with elegant furnishings and a first class spa offering a range of treatments, plus a gym, sauna, steam room and pool.

FERNIE CASTLE HOTEL Fife A 14th Century Castle set in 17 acres of woodland and with its own loch. Today’s comforts beautifully combine with the character of the past.

Need more inspiration? Discover so much more at infotel.co.uk

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FEATURED GROUP

CORUS HOTELS Explore Britain with a perfectly placed Corus Hotel, from Hyde Park in the centre of London to Solihull in the West Midlands and Burnham Beeches in the rolling Buckinghamshire countryside.

CHACE HOTEL Coventry

BURNHAM BEECHES HOTEL Slough

ST JAMES HOTEL Grimsby

REGENCY HOTEL SOLIHULL West Midlands 12

FEATURED GROUP

Explore Britain with a perfectly placed Corus Hotel

CORUS HOTEL HYDE PARK London

IMPERIAL CROWN HOTEL Halifax

HILLCREST HOTEL Widnes

OLD GOLF HOUSE HOTEL Huddersfield 13

FEATURED HOTEL

80 Onsite Free WiFi

Restaurant

Bar

Check In Check Out 2.00pm 11.00am

Needham House Hotel

Stevenage, Hertfordshire SG4 7JJ With impressive views of the extensive gardens, the classic range of bedrooms provide guests with a well equipped room with a large interactive television, an extra comfy bed and a walk in shower. Hotel facilities include a Sauna, steam room, spa, fitness centre and a weight room.

The Brasserie SG4 is designed to allow diners to visit any time of the day, with informal seating and large bunker booths, suitable for an intimate dinner or a larger group booking. The open plan kitchen lets diners have access to the kitchen team so guests can pop in and pick up a few tips to take home!

If you have a special occasion to celebrate, private dining rooms are available and for those finer weather days, alfresco dining in the large garden terrace is recommended.

From

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£77

Weddings

CCTV

Gym

Spa

“Lovely feel to the hotel, good food and hotel staff...”

Trip Advisor reviewer

FEATURED HOTEL

West Grange House Canterbury, Kent CT6 7LJ

West Grange House is a warm and friendly family run guesthouse just outside the city of Canterbury, in a quiet area. The traditionally furnished rooms, which enjoy views of the Kentish countryside, feature en-suite bathrooms, TVs with FreeView and tea and coffee making facilities, suitable for both the business and leisure guest.

Free private parking is available and guests can enjoy the garden and seating areas or the local pub is a ten minute stroll. Begin the day with a full English breakfast and request a delicious packed lunch to take out. Local attractions include Herne Bay, just a ten minute drive, Howletts Wildlife Zoo Park, scenic walks through East Blean Woods or motor-cross at the BMX track in Bromfield, or enjoy the historic town of Whitstable.

From

8 Onsite

£65 £96 Breakfast

Check In Check Out 4.00pm 11.00am

“Nice, clean rooms & good facilities. Friendly & helpful” Booking.com reviewer

Herne Bay

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Trelaske Hotel & Restaurant Cornwall

Spring Special Offer

Enjoy a 2 night getaway with dinner

Starting from

Buckatree Hall Hotel

£187

Corn Mill Lodge Hotel

Telford

Valentine’s 2 Night Package

Surprise your loved one with a luxury break, including afternoon tea and a candlelit 4 course dinner

Starting from

£159

£129

Leeds

2 Night Break Offer

Make the most of this winter offer, available until 27th March

Starting from

Redesdale Arms Hotel

£59

£73

Moreton in Marsh

Bubbly Offer

2 glasses of bubbly on arrival.

Perfect for Mothers Day

Starting from

£89

£120

Elan Valley Hotel Rhayader

3 nights for the price of 2 or 20% off a 2 night stay

Starting from

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£50

Dakota Nottingham - Sherwood Park Nottingham

Tour Chatsworth House and Gardens

Book a 1 night stay on Thursday, Friday, Saturday or Sunday and recieve 2 free tickets to Chatsworth House and Gardens

Starting from

£89

Skelwith Bridge Hotel Ambleside

Easter Weekend 2016 3 night special package, with 4 course dinner, bed & breakfast

Starting from

£160

Highfield House Hotel

Melville Castle

Super Savings

Spoil your valentine with accommodation in a castle, 3 course meal and a box of chocolates

Edinburgh

Southampton

Valentine’s Break

Save over £45 at this relaxing hotel

Starting from

£79

£125

Starting from

£149

Village The Hotel Club Aberdeen Aberdeen

Romanitc Break

Enjoy a romantic 3 course dinner and free cocktail

Starting from

£85

Hallmark Hotels Group

Burnett Arms Hotel

Valentine’s Getaway

5th - 7th February 2016 Weekend Discount

19 locations in the UK

Indulge with a perfect 2 night break to celebrate the most romantic of days

Starting from

£75

Inverurie

Starting from

£40

£60

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FEATURED HOTEL

Sun Inn

Colchester, Essex CO7 6DF

Free WiFi Restaurant Check In Check Out 2.30pm 10.30am

This 15th century coaching inn provides plush rooms with en suite bathrooms, Egyptian cotton bed linen, goose down pillows and duvets plus luxury body products and bathrobes as standard. Rooms also include an iPod docking station with DAB radio, flat screen HD television and free wifi.

A complimentary continental or hot breakfast is provided and the a la carte restaurant serves modern European dishes with the bar serving set meals and sandwiches.

Three wood burning fireplaces, exposed timbers and beams add to the ambience of this charming inn.

From

“Lovely weekend stay... wonderful personal way we were looked after” Trip Advisor reviewer

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FEATURED HOTEL

Lakeview Holiday Cottages Bridgwater, Somerset TA7 0AJ

There are 25 modern holiday cottages available, offering luxury two and three bed accommodation in a tranquil setting in the Somerset countryside. Nestled between the Bridgwater - Taunton canal and a private 12 acre lake, all the cottages enjoy stunning views of the fishing lake, grounds or fields.

High spec kitchen facilities, including washing machines, and free wifi are standard and all cottages have rear patios for summer dining alfresco.

cottages feature a large master bedroom and a spacious twin room, with a good sized family bathroom.

Located close to the Somerset Levels near the village of Huntworth, the Lakeview Cottages are ideal for self-catering breaks and longer business stays.

From

£52

(per night, minimum stay 3 nights)

The three bed cottages have en-suite facilities in the master bedroom and an excellent size family bathroom, plus a spacious dining area and lounge, all very tastefully furnished. The two bed

30 Onsite

Free WiFi

Self-Catering

Check In 3.00pm

“Second stay and it didn’t disappoint” Trip Advisor reviewer

Check Out 10.00am

Cycling

Fishing

Hiking

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A POSTCARD FROM...

Southampton

So much more than the modern metropolitan area that first comes to mind...

Southampton offers ancient gems tucked away on side streets, a Titanic history of shipping and all the attractions and amenities today’s visitors deserve...

Full steam ahead: a member of the National Historic Fleet, the Steamship Sheildhall is a sea going tribute to Britain’s maritime heritage.

Get on board for an excursion offering a two hour trip to a bygone era of steam, or opt for a music cruise, trips to Poole and Bournemouth Air Show or experience the America’s Cup yacht racing cruise.

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Walk on by: follow the pedestrian route which runs through the heart of the city from the Cenotaph down to the waterfront at Town Quay. Called the QE2 Mile, it links the city’s parks, cultural quarter, shopping high street, the old town and waterfront and includes many historic features, such as the Titanic memorial.

Join the Titanic Trail: discover locations and memorials associated with the ill-fated liner.

A POSTCARD FROM...

Step back in history: The Tudor House is Southampton’s most important historic building and offers a fascinating history of its rich, famous and poor residents dating back to the Tudor Lord Chief Justice.

No sloping off: have a snow day any time of the year at the Alpine Snowsports Centre which caters for beginners through to advanced and is set in 150 acres of trees so you get to experience that real life outdoor thrill!

Your mission should you accept: powerboat days on the Solent letting you live fast and furious and licensed to thrill!

Take your seats: at The Mayflower for West End touring musicals, top comics and world-premiers.

Dine: enjoy fine dining in a relaxed atmosphere at Quay15 where cooking is a form of open theatre for diners to feast their eyes on and adds drama to the mouth watering menu of locally sourced ingredients.

Messing about on the river: two hours in a stable Canadian canoe touring the Beaulieu River with a knowledgeable guide sharing history, wildlife and hidden creeks. Suitable for all the family and all equipment is provided.

Get paddling!

BROWSE OUR

SOUTHAMPTON Just the ticket: an award-winning family day in the heart of the New Forest which includes the National Motor Museum, historic Beaulieu Abbey, World of Top Gear and the beautiful Palace House, all for the price of one ticket (which also includes a monorail ride!)

COLLECTION OF HOTELS

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FEATURED GROUP

“Discover a place where contemporary luxury finds its purest form”

LAURA ASHLEY BELSFIELD HOTEL Windermere Built in 1845, Belsfield Hotel stands in six acres of gardens with unparalleled views over Lake Windermere, England’s largest naturally formed lake.

Designer bedrooms and suites offer a contemporary style and comfort synonymous with Laura Ashley, with many of the rooms enjoying stunning views of the lake and mountains.

A games room, dining in either the Belsfield Restaurant or Belsfield Brasserie, a relaxing lounge, indoor pool, sauna and a putting green in the grounds all combine to make this Lake District escape a touch of something very special. Find out more...

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LAURA ASHLEY HOTELS

One of the world’s best-loved fashion and home furnishings companies with a rich design heritage and originality which evokes the English countryside.

The designer’s love of creating beautiful spaces within the home was extended to the hotel environment in 2013 with the launch of The Manor Hotel in Elstree, followed a year later by The Belsfield Hotel.

LAURA ASHLEY, THE MANOR HOTEL Elstree Located in Hertfordshire, the charming Tudor style Manor Hotel enjoys stunning views of landscaped gardens leading to ten acres of natural woodland. A variety of rooms are available, both in the Tudor house and the modern additional wing, which has recently undergone a multimillion pound refurbishment.

With intimate and sophisticated areas, the hotel makes the perfect place for private parties, celebration dinners and wedding receptions as well as memorable nights away.

Read more...

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FEATURED VENUE

Valentine’s Weekend Offer 13 - 14 February 2016 th

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Romanitc 4 course dinner with overnight bed and breakfast from £135 per couple. View details...

“Our room was large, spotlessly clean & very comfortable home from home” Trip Advisor reviewer

Wycliffe Hotel

Stockport, Cheshire SK3 9NQ This family owned and run hotel in Stockport prides itself on offering guests a warm welcome and a relaxed stay. There are 20 comfortable en-suite rooms available, with flat screen TVs, tea and coffee making facilities plus free high speed wifi throughout.

The restaurant offers a wide choice of menus throughout the week, including business lunches, a la carte, themed and five course gourmet nights as well as traditional afternoon tea.

If you’re looking to combine a stay with Valentine’s Day or Mothering Sunday, make a restaurant reservation so you don’t miss the romantic dinner for two option on 14th February or the five course dinner with five specially chosen wines to accompany your meal (available on Friday 4th March).

From

£67.50 £85

50 Onsite Free WiFi Restaurant

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Bar

Weddings

24hr Check In Check Out Reception 1.00pm 11.00am

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Turning the spotlight on Julie...

Julie “My main role is to take enquiries and bookings, negotiaitng with hotels to ensure clients recieve the best price on their room.

Each day is different and I enjoy arranging the right room requirements for all our regular and new clients. I’ll be your point of contact this month so I look forward to hearing from you.”

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