After an endless winter, most of us long to get away.
Summer seems far away, so why not take a short break in the meantime at one of Britain’s best hotels, with their pampering spas, beautiful gardens and excellent restaurants.
After all, a break at this time of the year is significantly cheaper, especially if you stay during the week. Here is our harvest of the harvest.
A CLASSIC PIRATE
Old school but not stale, Chewton Glen in Hampshire has great staff and a great setting. There is also tennis, golf and a spa.
Close the deal: Breaks are much cheaper this time of year, especially if you stay midweek. Three nights in an estate room at Chewton Glen in Hampshire is from £1,210 per couple until 31 March
DON’T MISS: Walk to the beach or see the New Forest on foot, by bike or by pony.
THE AGREEMENT: Three nights (3 for 2) in an estate room from £1,210 per couple until 31 March. The same deal costs £2,250 from Friday to Sunday in August – a saving of 46 per cent (chewtonglen.com).
ON THE BORDER
Fans of Cringletie, a small country cottage in the Scottish Borders, return for its comfort, hospitality and good food. It has a 350-year-old walled garden and 28 hectares of land to walk around.
DON’T MISS: The abbeys of Melrose, Jedburgh, Dryburgh and Kelso. Edinburgh is only a short drive away.
THE AGREEMENT: Two nights’ B&B accommodation in a Classic Double Room until 31 March is from £550. The Friday to Sunday offer in August is £698. A saving of 21 percent (cringletie.com).
WALK BY THE SEA
After an invigorating coastal walk, return to Titchwell Manor in Norfolk for dinner at the 3AA Rosette Restaurant.
DON’T MISS: Check out the expanse of sand at Holkham Beach before visiting Holkham Hall.
THE AGREEMENT: Two nights’ B&B this month in a good quality double room is from £264. The same offer from Friday to Sunday in August costs £515, a saving of 49 per cent (titchwellmanor.com).
ON THE SEA
Two nights in a classic room at Linthwaite House in the Lake District (above) in February from £450
It’s hard to beat a G&T on the terrace of Linthwaite House on a sunny day – overlooking Lake Windermere and the surrounding hills. The hotel has been stylishly renovated and features a restaurant, Henrock by Simon Rogan of the famous L’Enclume.
DON’T MISS: Cross the lake on a ferry, then head to Hill Top, Beatrix Potter’s old home.
THE AGREEMENT: Two nights in a classic room in February are from £450. The same offer costs £630 from Friday to Sunday in August – a saving of 29 per cent (leeucollection.com).
SUMMER SET WITH STYLE
The Royal Crescent Hotel is Bath’s finest mansion in its finest crescent. Think Georgian grandeur with a modern twist, plus a dreamy spa and pool.
DON’T MISS: Enjoy the history, culture and shops of Bath.
THE AGREEMENT: Two nights B&B in a deluxe room from £600 before 24 March. The same offer from Friday to Sunday in August costs £905, a saving of 34 per cent (royalcrescent.co.uk).
AIM HIGH
The boutique Peacock at Rowsley is perfect for walks in Derbyshire’s Peak District. The cast of Pride and Prejudice (Colin Firth) continued during filming.
DON’T MISS: Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall, where the Peacock’s owners live.
THE AGREEMENT: Two nights B&B in a standard room costs from £470 until the end of March. The same offer in August costs £640, a saving of 27 per cent (thepeacockatrowsley.com).
A STATE AFFAIRS
Three nights in a club room at Berkshire’s Cliveden in February costs £1,900
It might not be warm enough for that outdoor pool (yes, we’re talking about the Profumo affair), but there’s plenty more distraction in Cliveden, Berkshire.
DON’T MISS: Discover other chic buildings such as Highclere (also known as Downton Abbey) or of course Windsor Castle.
THE AGREEMENT: Three nights (3 for 2) in a club room in February costs £1,900. A stay from Friday to Monday in August costs £3,215 – a saving of 41 per cent (clivedenhouse.co.uk).
GO WEST!
A former windmill in St David’s has been transformed into Wales’ first art hotel. The design of the Twr y Felin Hotel is elegant and modern. Many bedrooms have sea views.
DON’T MISS: Discover Britain’s smallest town and walk the Pembrokeshire Coast Path.
THE AGREEMENT: Three nights (3 for 2) B&B in a spacious Windmill Room from £337. The same deal, Friday to Monday in August, costs from £693, a saving of 51 per cent (twryfelinhotel.com).
OUT OF TOWN
The Gleneagles Hotel, an Edinburgh offshoot of the Town Hall, is much better. Stylish bedrooms, a glamorous restaurant and a sexy gym…
DON’T MISS: Whiskey tasting at the Johnnie Walker Experience.
THE AGREEMENT: Two nights B&B in a lounge is £750 until 15 March. The same offer from Friday to Sunday in August costs £1,650 or 55 per cent less (gleneagles.com/townhouse).
A BIG OLD TRIP
A National Trust property near York, Middlethorpe Hall is set in 20 acres and is full of swag, antiques and paintings, as well as an award-winning restaurant and spa.
DON’T MISS: Explore York’s medieval city walls and streets.
THE AGREEMENT: Two nights B&B in a standard double room from £294 until the end of March. The same offer from Friday to Sunday in August costs £441, a saving of 33 per cent (middlethorpe.com).
A CAPITAL AGREEMENT
One of London’s top rail hotels, the Clermont Charing Cross has pleasant rooms, but it’s the public areas, particularly the restaurant and bar, that really shine.
DON’T MISS: Visit the National Gallery and Covent Garden.
THE AGREEMENT: Two nights B&B in a Classic Double Room all month from £516. The same offer from Friday to Sunday in August costs £763, a saving of 33% (theclermont.co.uk)
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James is an author and travel journalist who writes for The Fashion Vibes. With a love for exploring new cultures and discovering unique destinations, James brings his readers on a journey with him through his articles.
