Home of the original martini and the perfect afternoon tea, style icons from Vivienne Westwood to Kate Middleton, and grand architecture from castles to glass skyscrapers, it’s no wonder that England has more than its fair share of luxury experiences and indulgent escapes. Hire your own fort or stately home for group holidays or escape the rat race on relaxing holidays in your very own treetop canopy suite. Stay ahead of the game with the hottest tickets in town, whether theatre, opera, tennis or rugby, hire a classic car or float above the action in a hot-air balloon. And what’s a holiday without a souvenir or two? From designer flagship stores to Royal Warrant-holding boutiques with a royal seal of approval, England’s shopping scene is second to none.
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Home of the original martini and the perfect afternoon tea, style icons from Vivienne Westwood to Kate Middleton, and grand architecture from castles to glass skyscrapers, it’s no wonder that England has more than its fair share of luxury experiences and indulgent escapes. Hire your own fort or stately home for group holidays or escape the rat race on relaxing holidays in your very own treetop canopy suite. Stay ahead of the game with the hottest tickets in town, whether theatre, opera, tennis or rugby, hire a classic car or float above the action in a hot-air balloon. And what’s a holiday without a souvenir or two? From designer flagship stores to Royal Warrant-holding boutiques with a royal seal of approval, England’s shopping scene is second to none.
Feast on Plymouth’s fabulous foodie scene
Dine in Plymouth and sample dishes from UK's top chefs including James and Chris Tanner, Hugh Furnley-Whittingstall, Gary Rhodes and Mitch Tonks.
Location: Plymouth, Devon
Seek serenity at the Gainsborough Bath Spa
Bathe in Bath’s natural spring waters at Britain's only natural thermal spa hotel.
Location: Bath, Somerset
Enjoy romance at Lacock and Lucknam Park
Close to stunning Lacock is five star spa hotel Lucknam Park, nestled in 500 acres of parkland, with Michelin-star dining and riding centre.
Location: Chippenham, Wiltshire
Become a Master Potter for the day
Treat yourself to some beautiful pieces in the Capital of Ceramics, and 'have-a-go' at creating your own ceramic masterpiece.
Location: Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire
A luxury stay that’s a Wold away from the everyday
Leave it all behind in a quirky, cosy Shepherd Hut hideaway. Enjoy long country walks and relax together in a hot tub under the stars.
Location: Bishop Wilton, York
Shop for antiques in a charming market town
Thanks to pretty market towns like Oakham and Uppingham, England’s smallest historic county is spoilt with independent boutiques and antique shops.
Location: Rutland
Explore the heart of Shakespeare's England
Get out of the town and explore the romantic countryside and luxurious hotels of Shakespeare’s England in the heart of rural Warwickshire.
Location: Warwickshire
Discover your inner Bear Grylls on a bushcraft adventure
Try your hand at survival skills on a summer adventure and face your fears on a jungle assault course in the heart of Sherwood Forest.
Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Ready, set and bake with Bertinet!
Get your hands covered in flour whilst learning all the tricks of the trade with French master baker Richard Bertinet at his cookery school in Bath.
Location: Bath, Somerset
Pamper your partner with a stylish rural retreat in Yorkshire
In a serene setting on the edge of the stunning North York Moors, the Feversham Arms boasts superb dining options, elegant rooms and a full spa.
Location: Helmsley, North Yorkshire
Sample some thoroughly British fare at The French
At Michelin-starred restaurant The French, you’ll find British food at its freshest and best, and in the most beautiful of surroundings.
Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester
Poston Mill Park
Poston Mill Park is a luxury 5 star Holiday Park set in the glorious Golden Valley, Herefordshire.
Location: Hereford, Herefordshire
Escape to a romantic penthouse in Nottingham
Book a room at the penthouse at the St James Hotel in Nottingham for the ultimate luxurious and romantic getaway.
Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Relax in style at England’s first country club
Enjoy five-star luxury at this historic estate in the Buckinghamshire countryside and play a round on the Harry Colt designed golf course.
Location: Stoke Poges, Buckinghamshire
Spoil yourself with a bit of luxury at Ellenborough Park
Indulge in classically beautiful surroundings and enjoy a hotel that strives for excellence.
Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Design your own jewellery at Oresome Gallery
Design your own jewellery at Oresome Gallery at Hull's historic Old Fruit Market.
Location: Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire
A royal night out in Bath at the Georgian Royal Theatre
A sophisticated night out in Bath invariably includes pre- theatre dinner, then trip to the Georgian Theatre Royal for a first-class West End show.
Location: Bath, Somerset
Capture Lincoln’s historic streets on a photo walk
Hone your camera skills – whether you’ve got a smartphone or a DSLR – in Lincoln’s Cathedral Quarter with a guided photo walk.
Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Enjoy a wild night out with bushcraft at Catton Hall
Let Woodland Ways teach you the basics of bushcraft in a fun and safe environment whilst spending time outdoors and sleeping under the stars.
Location: Catton, Derbyshire
Explore the shops in the Regency town of Royal Leamington Spa
Enjoy an eclectic shopping trip where high street names meet independent boutiques.
Location: Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
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