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Luxury Holidays, Weekend Breaks and Short Breaks in England

Planning a luxury holiday, short or weekend breaks in England? Listed below are Britain's Finest places to stay, visit and eat in England to help you plan luxury holidays, weekend breaks and short breaks.

Mercure Hythe Imperial Hotel & Spa (Spa)

Mercure Hythe Imperial Hotel & Spa, Princes's Parade, Hythe, Kent

Princes's Parade, Hythe

All therapists are fully qualified and experienced... more

Crofton Lodge (Bed & Breakfast)

Crofton Lodge, Crofton, Marlborough, Wiltshire

Crofton, Great Bedwyn, Marlborough

5 miles) has good pubs and we are close to the historic towns of Marlborough and Hungerford. It is a perfect base for walking, cycling or... more

Burnham & Berrow Golf Club (Golf Course)

Burnham & Berrow Golf Club, St Christopher’s Way, Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset

St Christopher’s Way, Burnham-on-Sea

The greens are like lightening and always in superb condition all the year round. The natural dunes and testing par-threes make Burnham one of the leading... more

The Garden House (Bed & Breakfast)

The Garden House, Cheriton, Alresford, Hampshire

Cheriton, Alresford

Sarah is a Cordon Bleu cook and Harry enjoys helping guests best plan their stay. Dinner is by prior arrangement... more

Audleys Wood Hotel (Hotel)

Audleys Wood Hotel, Alton Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire

Alton Road, Basingstoke

Offering an irresistible range of bedrooms, ranging from 'special occasion' suites to superior double and garden rooms, all have the usual comforts you'd expect to make... more

The Bull (Small Hotel / Inn)

The Bull, 2 High Street, Hassocks, West Sussex

2 High Street, Ditchling, Hassocks

Families make a beeline for this spot too, thanks to its large garden with play area and views over the Downs. Four bedrooms upstairs are decorated... more

Rosie's & The Sea House (Self Catering)

Rosie's & The Sea House, Axmouth, Seaton, Devon

Axmouth, Seaton

The cottage's owners are keen to maintain the scenic beauty of the local area and use eco-friendly measures wherever they can be applied. The harbour location,... more

Adlington Hall (Historic House)

Adlington Hall, Mill Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire

Mill Lane, Adlington, Macclesfield

The Great Hall, in the heart of the house, is in turn a showcase for medieval artisans. Look upwards at the wonderful hammer beam roof with... more

Oundle Mill (Hotel)

Oundle Mill, Barnwell Road, Oundle, Northamptonshire

Barnwell Road, Oundle

The bedrooms are luxurious with great attention to every little detail, think designer Italian furniture, huge double ended baths, Loewe televisions, Elemis toiletries and Missoni dressing... more

Captive Minds (Attraction / Activity)

Captive Minds, Hurlingham Park, London, London

Hurlingham Park, Hurlingham Road, London

The event has been billed as an exclusive garden party and a firm favourite with celebrity guests and luxury enthusiasts alike. Whilst the event was originally... more

Lakes Lodges (Self Catering)

Lakes Lodges, Esthwaite View, Hawkshead, Cumbria

Esthwaite View, Hawkshead

These luxurious properties have quality and style, are beautifully maintained and take self-catering to new levels. They have everything you would expect from a 5 star... more

The Gibbon Bridge Hotel (Restaurant)

The Gibbon Bridge Hotel, Green Lane, Forest of Bowland, Lancashire

Green Lane, Chipping, Forest of Bowland

The main courses such as a loin of lamb with spinach mousse, a mint pesto and redcurrant & rosemary jus or venison with a mulled pear... more

Eastbourne Pier (Attraction / Activity)

Eastbourne Pier, Grand Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex

Grand Parade, Eastbourne

Camera Obscura is an original 360 degree Victorian projector, the only pier with a fully functioning attraction of this type... more

Winteringham Fields (Restaurant)

Winteringham Fields, 1 Silver Street, Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire

1 Silver Street, Winteringham, Scunthorpe

A polished, professional service is assured... more

Rothay Manor Hotel (Hotel)

Rothay Manor Hotel, Rothay Bridge, Ambleside, Cumbria

Rothay Bridge, Ambleside

There’s a country house feel to the place with just 16 bedrooms and three suites while the restaurant specialises in local food so expect breakfasts of... more

The Ridges (Garden)

The Ridges, Weavers Brow (cont of Cowling Road), Chorley, Lancashire

Weavers Brow (cont of Cowling Road), Limbrick, Heath Charnock, Chorley

The surrounding six acres of land was developed into a walled kitchen garden planted with fruit trees, and the rest was developed into landscaped gardens, lawns,... more

Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club (Spa)

Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club, Wych Cross, Forest Row, East Sussex

Wych Cross, Forest Row

Prescription facials, aromatherapy massages, body and heat treatments, solarium, manicures, pedicures and make-overs are all on the menu and the professional therapists are always on hand... more

Hilltop Barn B & B (Bed & Breakfast)

Hilltop Barn B & B, Hilltop Barn, Blandford Forum, Dorset

Hilltop Barn, Winterborne Zelston, Blandford Forum

An ideal location for exploring “Hardy Country”, Rural Dorset and the World Heritage Jurassic Coast. Hilltop Barn offers luxury en-suite accommodation in an imaginatively conceived barn... more

Luke's Dining Room (Restaurant)

Luke's Dining Room, Sanctum on the Green, Cookham Dean, Berkshire

Sanctum on the Green, The Old Cricket Common, Cookham Dean

The menu mixes French classics such as terrine of foie gras, port jelly and caramelized brioche with more modern dishes such as a saltimbocca of roast... more

The General Tarleton Inn (Restaurant)

The General Tarleton Inn, Boroughbridge Road, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire

Boroughbridge Road, Ferrensby, Knaresborough

A former UK Pub Chef of the Year, Topham works mainly with produce from local suppliers. The menu might include a signature starter of “Little Moneybags”... more

Harris Museum & Art Gallery (Museum / Art Gallery)

Harris Museum & Art Gallery, Market Square, Preston, Lancashire

Market Square, Preston

You’ll see evidence of Preston’s earliest ancestors, from stone-age people to the Vikings and the Romans, and in Discover Preston you'll learn about local heroes such... more

The Clarence (Small Hotel / Inn)

The Clarence, Clarence Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire

Clarence Road, Southsea, Portsmouth

The eight individually and professionally designed bedrooms providing the ultimate blend of colour, texture and atmosphere. Please note this is an adult only hotel, no under... more

Cotehele (Historic House)

Cotehele, St Dominick, Saltash, Cornwall

St Dominick, Saltash

The interior, unlit by electricity, holds a remarkable collection of tapestries and textiles, the original furniture and arms and armour is hung in the great hall.... more

Fentafriddle Farm (Self Catering)

Fentafriddle Farm, Trebarwith Strand, Tintagel, Cornwall

Trebarwith Strand, Tintagel

Terraces and lawn areas enable guests to make the most of the warm weather, while there is a separate utility room set up to allow people... more

Crowborough Beacon Golf Club (Golf Course)

Crowborough Beacon Golf Club, Beacon Road, Crowborough, East Sussex

Beacon Road, Crowborough

The 18 holes and Clubhouse terrace boast arguably some of the finest panoramas around. The course will test accuracy rather than length off the tee as... more

The Restaurant at Sopwell House (Restaurant)

The Restaurant at Sopwell House, Cottonmill Lane, St Albans, Hertfordshire

Cottonmill Lane, Sopwell, St Albans

With its contrasting cream and aubergine tub chairs, dark wood panelled walls and porthole style circular mirrors, the dining room is contemporary elegance personified. Enjoy a... more

The Home of Charles Darwin (Historic House)

The Home of Charles Darwin, Luxted Road, Downe, Kent

Luxted Road, Downe

Don’t miss the study where he wrote ‘On the Origin of Species’ and take a walk down his ‘thinking path’. You can also relax on the... more

Althorp (Historic House)

Althorp, The Stables, Northampton, Northamptonshire

The Stables, Althorp, Northampton

In total there are nineteen rooms to explore and wonder what it must have been like to be brought up in such a magnificent setting. When... more

Dormy House (Hotel)

Dormy House, Willersey Hill, Broadway, Worcestershire

Willersey Hill, Broadway

The Dormy House Hotel boasts two different but superb dining experiences; The charming two Rosette 'Dining Room' and popular 'Barn Owl Bar', not forgetting Alfresco Dining... more

L'ortolan (Restaurant)

L'ortolan, Church Lane, Reading, Berkshire

Church Lane, Shinfield, Reading

Put your trust in the chef and order the 10 course menu surprise with matched wines. For those who'd rather know what's coming, al a carte... more

Little Langford Farmhouse (Bed & Breakfast)

Little Langford Farmhouse, Little Langford, Salisbury, Wiltshire

Little Langford, Salisbury

The farm borders The Langford lakes, a nature reserve rich in birdlife. The rooms of this elegant farmhouse are spacious with period furniture... more

The Boars Nest Farmhouse (Restaurant)

The Boars Nest Farmhouse, Rudstone Walk, Brough, East Riding of Yorkshire

Rudstone Walk, South Cave, Brough

Wild sea bass from Bridlington could be teamed with cockles and a garlic potato puree for a comforting main course. There is no shortage of wine... more

Ascott House (Historic House)

Ascott House, Ascott Estate Office, Leighton Buzzard, Buckinghamshire

Ascott Estate Office, Wing, Leighton Buzzard

Anthony de Rothschild is credited with the lovely collection of 400 pieces of Chinese ceramics plus some fine English furniture. The house’s wonderful portraits and paintings... more

Tate Britain (Museum / Art Gallery)

Tate Britain, Millbank, London, London

Millbank, London

The gallery is the world centre for the understanding and enjoyment of British art and it runs an excellent programme of special exhibitions and events throughout... more

Chatsworth (Historic House)

Chatsworth, Chatsworth, Bakewell, Derbyshire

Chatsworth, Bakewell

This grand Bakewell beauty owned by the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire has 30 rooms crammed with priceless art, heirlooms and antiques and is a marvel... more

Great Field Farm B&B (Bed & Breakfast)

Great Field Farm B&B, Misling Lane, Canterbury, Kent

Misling Lane, Stelling Minnis, Canterbury

Peaceful surroundings, hearty breakfasts with home-grown fruits and eggs. Ample off-road parking... more

Mallory Court (Restaurant)

Mallory Court, Harbury Lane, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Harbury Lane, Leamington Spa

The diligent sourcing of the finest ingredients means that you might find razor clams in a chowder with crab tortellini; Cornish blue lobster matched with a... more

Fernydale Farm Bed & Breakfast (Bed & Breakfast)

Fernydale Farm Bed & Breakfast, Earl Sterndale, Buxton, Derbyshire

Earl Sterndale, Buxton

All rooms have TV, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer and CD/radio. Cosy conservatory gives full panoramic views of Chrome and Parkhouse, both are in walking distance from... more

Epping Ongar Railway (Attraction / Activity)

Epping Ongar Railway, Station Approach, Ongar, Essex

Station Approach, Ongar

The volunteer-run heritage line operates steam and diesel hauled trains through 6. 5 miles of picturesque rolling countryside in Essex... more

The Hambrough (Restaurant)

The Hambrough, Hambrough Road, Ventnor, Isle of Wight

Hambrough Road, Ventnor

Chef Robert Thompson (formerly of the highly acclaimed Winteringham Fields in North Lincolnshire) raids the island's natural resources from both land and sea for beautifully composed... more

The Montagu Arms Hotel (Restaurant)

The Montagu Arms Hotel, Beaulieu, Hampshire

Beaulieu

Tomkinson gives current foodie fashions short shrift without completely forsaking modernity. You won't find any foams on your plate but there's nothing outdated about a crisp... more

Upper Buckton Farm (Bed & Breakfast)

Upper Buckton Farm, Leintwardine, Craven Arms, Shropshire

Leintwardine, Craven Arms

Dinners are offered using home produced meat and vegetables and there is an interesting wine list from which to choose. The well known town of Ludlow... more

Dowagers Cottage (Self Catering)

Dowagers Cottage, The Old Rectory, Norwich, Norfolk

The Old Rectory, Thorpe St Andrew, Norwich

Nature lovers will feel at home here and everyone will appreciate the extensive equipment and entertainment that has been made available within the cottage itself, which... more

Le Gavroche (Restaurant)

Le Gavroche, 43 Upper Brook Street, London, London

43 Upper Brook Street, London

With its comfortable green upholstered booths, the basement dining room has the feel of a posh gentleman’s club but with much better food. Classics like the... more

Grenache (Restaurant)

Grenache, 15 Bridgewater Road, Worsley, Greater Manchester

15 Bridgewater Road, Walkden, Worsley

Upstairs there is a seductive lounge area with comfortable sofas to embrace you before or after your dinner while you enjoy an aperitif or digestive. There... more

The Little Silver Country Hotel (Small Hotel / Inn)

The Little Silver Country Hotel, Ashford Road, Tenterden, Kent

Ashford Road, St Michaels, Tenterden

Each of the en-suite bedrooms, some with whirlpool baths, is stamped with its own individuality. There are 4-posters, a charming family room and two suites including... more

Titchwell Manor Hotel (Small Hotel / Inn)

Titchwell Manor Hotel, Tichwell, King's Lynn, Norfolk

Tichwell, near Brancaster, King's Lynn

Other ground floor accommodation is available in the converted barn which is also situated outside of the main hotel building. The Restaurant is renowned for its... more

The New Forest Wildlife Park (Attraction / Activity)

The New Forest Wildlife Park, Deerleap Lane, Southampton, Hampshire

Deerleap Lane, Ashurst, Southampton

There are many amazing animals to see, from several species of owls and otters to wolves, bison, wild boar, red deer, muntjac deer, Scottish wildcats, lynx,... more

The Moorlands Country House (Bed & Breakfast)

The Moorlands Country House, Main Street, Pickering, North Yorkshire

Main Street, Levisham, Pickering

Ideal location for the Moors, Coast, York, Castle Howard. We use our own and locally sourced produce for all our Award-Winning Breakfasts and Evening Meals cooked... more

Willington Lodge (Bed & Breakfast)

Willington Lodge, Horseman’s Green, Whitchurch, Shropshire

Horseman’s Green, Whitchurch

Willington Lodge is a smallholding nestling in a superb location on the Welsh/Cheshire/Shropshire borders, very accessable off the A525, set withing large grounds. It is closely... more

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