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United Kingdom, England, Lancashire, Blackpool, Cornhill Hotel

Stay away!

8th October 2007

Booked this hotel for a weekend with my husband.

The advert we read said 2 nights bed and breakfast with 2 seven course candle lit dinners, what a laugh!

First you park your car with the car par... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Kent, Chatham, Dickins World

Dickens World, Chatham

24th January 2008

First of all it was hard to find � we were not expecting to find it in the middle of the town.

Thoughout the tour there were people playing characters which was good as it really got you into the a... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, The Lake District, Lake Windermere, Applegarth Hotel

Do Not Stay At This Hotel

20th March 2008

If I could have given this a zero rating, I would have. The mattress on our bed was broken with the springs sticking out and a missing handle on a long window in our room meant it would be extremely e... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Kent, Sandgate, Sandgate Hotel

Cool hotel on the beach - great food too

19th March 2008

Stayed here for two nights and was really impressed with the Sandgate. The main benefits are the location right on a lovely beach by the channel, and some rooms have a terrace to sit out and enjoy thi... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Lancashire, Blackpool, Cornhill Hotel

shocking

28th June 2008

My mum and dad went to stay at the cornhill for a week, they spent their first night there and the next morning they said they had been cold and if they could have the heating on and that they had fou... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Cornwall, greenbank hotel

Family Holiday of the Century

18th June 2008

Every year, my family and I enjoy a two week holiday in Cornwall. This spring we stayed in Falmouth at the Greenbank hotel overlooking the sea. I was extremely impressed with the outstanding service a... Click to read

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United Kingdom, England, Cornwall, Honeycombe Manor

Honeycombe Manor, Cornwall

1st January 2006

This was only the second time I had been to Cornwall, and my first to the mid Cornwall area. I wanted to take my daughter who had been ill and the two grandchildren somewhere for a short break.
I boo... Click to read

Ann Prebble, Kent, UK

United Kingdom, England, Lancashire, Blackpool, Cornhill Hotel

Cornhill Hotel Blackpool

21st July 2008

Since The Cornhill Hotel does not allow you to give feedback on their web page I am so glad I have somewhere to warn people of this hotel.

From the start the manager was impolite and spoke to u... Click to read

Carrie Kay, UK

United Kingdom, England, Devon, Exmoor

Devon beats the Credit Crunch

23rd December 2008

Despite all the doom and gloom regarding the state of the current economic crisis there are still cheap and enjoyable short break experiences to be had. And you don't have to leave these shores to hav... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Devon, Appledore

Do not stay here, such a let down!

1st September 2007

We arrived at this lovely location next to the sea front and anticipated the lovely view from the second floor lounge. Yes it is fantastic - but there is a pervasive smell throughout the property, pa... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, East Sussex, Haremere Hall

80th Birthday in Style

25th January 2008

We booked Haremere Hall, on the Kent/ Sussex border for the family to come together to celebrate an 80th Birthday. The house is a small stately home and we had been given one wing; the owner who lives... Click to read

Nicholas Hunt, UK

United Kingdom, England, London, Heathrow, Terminal 5

Terminal 5 - The shape of things to come

21st November 2007

It�s been quite a day! This morning I started writing this while settling into my Club World seat waiting for the plane to push back on our British Airways 747-400 for the �flight� to Miami. Then it w... Click to read

The TravelOwl, UK

United Kingdom, England, Devon, Instow, Commodore Hotel

Wonderful and relaxing

7th September 2007

We have now stayed at the Commodore Hotel in Instow north Devon 4 times. I can not speak highly enough of the venue, food, comfort and above all the staff. This is a family run hotel where the staff a... Click to read

Joan Chape, Derbyshire, VE

United Kingdom, England, Kent, Leeds Castle

Mythical Fireworks Display 03.11.07

9th November 2007

As a family we totally enjoyed the Mythical fireworks display. The days entertainment included Jousters and FireEaters, which were brilliant and the fireworks disply was amazing. The Castle looked fan... Click to read

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United Kingdom, England, Kent, Trenchermans Restauarant

Trenchermans Restaurant, Kent

19th January 2007

The Trenchermans Restaurant in Petts Wood, Kent is a really good place to eat. It is quite expensive but the food and service is of very high quality. Its great for a casual lunch or more formal dinne... Click to read

Lindsey Parrett, UK

United Kingdom, England, Blackpool

TINY ROOMS, POOR BREAKIE, PARADISE FOR DRUNKARD ASBOS - AVOIDDDDDDD

17th September 2007

We booked this hotel via Laterooms. In all honesty, it had had some awful reviews but finding some good ones made us go for it. In the end it was a twin ensuite for � 50 for a night...WHAT A MISTAKE !... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Kent, Folkestone, Bar Vasa

VIP Lounge Bar Vasa

26th February 2007

We recently had an engagement party in the VIP Room at Bar Vasa on the seafront in Sandgate.

The VIP room is the same size as the restaurant / bar downstairs and has a relaxed and stylish feel. Fo... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, London, Kings Cross, Travelodge

A Miserable Overnight Stay

4th October 2007

I appreciate that a Travelodge is designed for a quick overnight stay on the way to somewhere else and, in that respect, the close proximity to Kings Cross Station was ideal. There, however, the adva... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Blackpool

dump

27th October 2007

i was very disappointed with this hotel as it was very much needing a makeover the paintwork was very shoddy, it was just very scruffy like considering it cost quite a lot for 2 rooms i was expecting ... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Shrewsbury Salop, Macdonald Albrighton Hall Hotel

A Little Luxury in the Country

4th August 2006

Albrighton Hall Hotel is one of the many Macdonalds hotels in this country and our first experience of the group . A 4* country house over 300 years old and steeped in history it boasts Michelin stan... Click to read

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TONY AYLEN, UK

United Kingdom, England, Kent

The Bull Inn, Bethersden

24th January 2007

We went here for my 21st birthday dinner and the food was exceptional. Plenty of interesting dishes on the specials board to choose from. The portions are very generous and I was nicely full after 2 c... Click to read

Rebecca Cottrell, UK

United Kingdom, England, Yorkshire, Harrogate, Travelodge

Worst ever hotel stay

4th October 2007

Travelodge Harrogate, the worst 3 nights we have ever had in a hotel!
Astoundingly noisy location, not event earplugs worked, right opposite a latenight street bar & next to a nightclub.
Followed by wo... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, East Sussex, Horsted Place

Horsted Place Hotel

14th October 2007

At the very heart of Horsted Place is personal, individual and unobtrusive service.....or so the brochure says. I was a guest at this hotel for a wedding over the summer and to be honest i was very di... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Wiltshire

Not a good start

25th July 2007

It is not often that I feel the need to write a review before I have stayed at the hotel however my recent experience warrants a comment.

I was part of a group booking of 10 rooms with a wedding... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Herefordshire, Leominster, Royal Oak Hotel

Royal Oak Hotel Leominster

16th October 2007

We had the unfortunate experience of having to stay in this hotel because of a lack of hotel accomadation in the area catering for traveling contract workers.At the time we negosiated a fair tarrif wi... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, London, Hyde Park, Shaftesbury Premier Hotel

Not a four-star hotel

11th October 2007

I stayed at this hotel with my partner for four nights in September 07. On arriving we were told we had been upgraded to an executive suite. I can't imagine what the normal double room was like. The r... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, London

Bangers and Mash and Kinetic Robotics

16th April 2007

This weekend I took a trip to central London-Liverpool Street in The City to be precise, and after watching the Grand National, explored Spitalfields Market. It is in the process of being modernised, ... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Essex, St Osyth, Park Hall

Excellent accommodation at Park Hall

3rd April 2007

Park Hall Country House and Cottages. What a lovely setting for a relaxing stay. The accommodation is excellent, lots of extras included. Relaxation treatments on site, to get rid of some of that stre... Click to read

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Anonymous

United Kingdom, England

worst holiday ever 2007 november

5th January 2008

The rooms were dirty and ill equiped with thick black mould growing in the bathroom. The central heating did not work nor was there any hot water for washing. Food was of a poor quality. Staff were... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Cornwall

Avoid this Hotel

30th December 2007

I stayed at the Fieldhead Hotel with my husband in June. I thought the room was cramped, old fashioned and chintzy. The bathroom so closely resembled a dingy cave I half expected to find a Troglodyte ... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Donnington

The Download Festival!

20th July 2007

The Download Festival is a heavy rock festival spread over 3 days. It is based at the Donnington race track. Three stages are packed full with brilliant acts some well known and some not.
Like with ... Click to read

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Robert Reeves, UK

United Kingdom, England, Yorkshire, York, Beech House

A weekend in York

7th September 2007

My husband and I decided at very short notice to have a break in York. We tried to book a hotel that we had stayed in previously and were quite happy with but they were fully booked so i looked in a ... Click to read

doreen morrison, lancashire, UK

United Kingdom, England, Devon, ilfracombe

Avoid this Disaster Zone

10th February 2009

Avoid the Oceanside Holiday apartment on Capthorne Road, as it falls well below a reasonable standard for a host of reasons. Firstly, parking is available but usually this is half a mile away in a c... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, The Lake District, Center Parcs

�An Expensive Butlins�

24th January 2008

The resort has recently been upgraded since Centre Parks bought the site from its' previous owners.

The private chalets are nice and secluded and had plenty of room for all the family. It did feel ... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Kent

The Best in town...

19th July 2007

I have visited and dined at this hotel a number of times with very positive experience. I�ve had a lot of practice using hotels worldwide for business and pleasure, and my expectations here were in... Click to read

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United Kingdom, England, Dorset, Weymouth, Sunbay Guest House

Weymouth - The Jurasic Coast

7th September 2007

We decided on Weymouth as a lack of a valid passport prevented an overseas break, and Weymouth was a great substitute. The beach at night could quite easily be mistaken for that of a Greek Island, an... Click to read

Mark Shannon, UK

United Kingdom, England, Devon, Dart Marina Hotel and Spa

Brilliant Brillian and Brilliant

6th August 2008

An amazing hotel. Had a brilliant time with lots of good food, spa and views.... The rooms was comfy and cosy, the service was 5 star, the spa was out of this world, the local area was interesting and... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Surrey, Haslemere, Branksome Place

Nice hotel, shame about the cockroaches!

11th February 2008

Upon arrival we thought what a lovely building.

We checked into our room and found it quite small and average. I woke at around 4am needing the bathroom and was greeted by a cockroach, which then ra... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Kent

The Peony, Chinese Restaurant in Kent

31st January 2007

My boyfriend took me here for dinner on a Sunday night. Although it was an odd day to go, there were still 5 other tables that were occupied. The restaurant is really shabby looking from the outside -... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Herefordshire, Leominster, Royal Oak Hotel

royal oak is ibismall

31st October 2007

Due to a lot of travelling for work purposes, I have been staying at a range of 3-5star hotels up and down the country for the past 5months. Thus, I can safely guarantee that this is absolutely th... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Cheshire, Chester, Peckforton Castle

Best Hotel that I have ever been to!!

22nd January 2008

When arranging a quick weekend away we seemed to stumble upon Peckforton Castle, it is a Medieval castle set on top of a hill overlooking Cheshire!!! Looking at the pictures I automatically assumed th... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Lincolnshire, Spalding

The Cley Hall Hotel 22 High Street Spalding

21st June 2007

My wife and I booked 1-6 May 2007 in one of the luxuriously appointed en-suite bedrooms No3. It was without doubt the most disgusting bathroom we have ever had to use.
Filthy stained ill fitting carpe... Click to read

Kenneth Stafford, UK

United Kingdom, England, Yorkshire, Knaresborough, Dower House Hotel

The Dower House Hotel Knaresborough

1st October 2007

Booked a night at this Hotel thinking we would have a good nights sleep.
We got back to the hotel after spending a night in town at a 60 birth day party at 12ish only to find spilling out side and in... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England

Do NOT book with Awesome Weekends

19th May 2009

Booked with them in December to travel in the following May. Had to chase them for updates constantly. A week before we were due to travel was told tickets had not been booked for theatre performan... Click to read

Lorna Marlow, UK

United Kingdom, England, Kent

Shopping in Canterbury

31st January 2007

Canterbury is Fab! Since they have had the re-vamp and built the new shopping centre its so much better! The shops are more up to date - and bigger! There's such a choice! If you like a mixture of old... Click to read

Clare Phillips, Kent, UK

United Kingdom, England, Northamptonshire, Northampton, The Langham Hotel

Langham hotel what a joke, DO NOT GO

1st September 2007

Do not ever book to stay here, the rooms stank, real musty like they were unused and unaired. The reception desk was hidden behind shutters, the shutters were down as if it was closed, on speaking to... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Kent

Open air concert at Leeds Castle

9th July 2007

After a few weeks of the worst weather I can remember, we headed up to Leeds Castle hoping for a dry afternoon and evening of music. Immediately we were faced with the most British of sights - a qu... Click to read

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The TravelOwl, UK

United Kingdom, England

Please never use The Apartment Service

4th November 2007

Never ever, if you have a choice, use The Apartment Service. They are appalling. We rented an apartment through them for a fortnight because it was convenient for my business and I couldn't find anyth... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Norfolk, Sandy Balls

English Countryside at its Best

18th January 2008

Year after year we go back to Sandy Balls in the New Forest: we have already booked two visits for this year. It is an extensive activity park but quieter than most. We hire the last lodge at the end ... Click to read

Marie Kemp, UK

United Kingdom, England, Devon, Morleigh

Fantastic For Family or Group Holiday

13th August 2006

We stayed at this converted barn / cottage for 1 week recently and it was perfect for us. From there we could explore the surrounding countryside and villages or visit some of the larger attractions a... Click to read

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United Kingdom, England, Kent, Sandgate, Sandgate Hotel

The Sandgate Hotel, Hythe

8th January 2007

We went to the Sandgate Hotel in Sandgate, Kent for a Xmas party 2006. Although the Draught Guinness was fantastic, the food and Service were terrible. We had to ask for all condiments and sauces as w... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Devon, Exmouth

The English Rivera

14th July 2006

what more do you need Sandy Bay is just that, the Rivera feeling in an English setting. A beach that make you think you could only be abroad, has won the award for cleanest beach and water. Wonderfu... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Cornwall

Beautiful surroundings on the edge of Bodmin Moor

9th March 2008

Staying at Tregenza we had a great time, the cottage was beautifully appointed and we made us pf the Hot Tub everyday. It was a bonus to have balconies with bothe bedrooms and the views were simply br... Click to read

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United Kingdom, England, Cedar Falls Health Farm Taunton

Feeling the Difference

26th February 2008

I had imagined that my first health farm experience would encompass lots of pampering, professional spa treatments, impeccable service and beautiful surroundings. It was also important for me to find ... Click to read

Peter Towers, UK

United Kingdom, England, London, Docklands Travelodge

Kicking Up a Stink

26th July 2006

A Travelodge is a Travelodge is a Travelodge you may think. Yes & no . . . My bedroom was the standard room you"d expect. (Altho it was not serviced at all during my stay!) However the disgusting must... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Herefordshire, Leominster

Basil Faulty and co have gone home, and left the Royal Oak

17th January 2008

The royal Oak is under new managment namley James the Manager, and Alice the assistant manageress. gone the old regime and all its faults as in previous reviews. The "Oak" is now the choice hotel in L... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Essex

No jewels in this crown!

10th June 2007

Just got back from a wedding reception and overnight stay at the above hotel... and I certainly won't be going back whilst it is under the current ownership/management.

The good points:

Mo... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Blackpool

The Haldene Hotel, Blackpool

20th December 2007

This has to be the most vile, bad mannered and dirty hotel we have stayed in. From stained bedding, no change of towels and awful food to the disgraceful attitudes of the Hotel owners, if you are plan... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Devon, torquay

Outstanding set of facilities which made my holiday.

6th August 2008

This hotel was packed full of tennis courts, table tennis, squash, pool, swimming pools, golf, playing areas and everything else. Oh and the beach was 20seconds away which was fantastic. What I am try... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Liverpool

Disgraceful customer service - and poor value for money

28th February 2008

anyone thinking about booking to stay with Victoira hall liverpool this summer should try somewhere else. the staff are extremely rude and provide nil customer service or satisfaction. as if you ask f... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Cornwall, newquay

chillisauce stag weekends

31st July 2009

I am writing this review of chillisauce stag nights as my boyfriend and 18 of his friends have just arrived in newquay to a stag do organised by chilli sauce stag night, apparently chilli sauce stag n... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Cornwall, The Hotel Penarvor

Hotel Penarvor, Bude

9th January 2008

The rather old-fashioned Falcon is the best known hotel in Bude but try the Penarvor and you won't be disappointed. It is only two star but family run and you are part of the family from the moment yo... Click to read

Ros Debling, Kent, UK

United Kingdom, England, Cornwall, St Ives, Garrack Hotel

Blue Space

28th August 2006

The clifftop gardens roll steeply. There is nothing below but the summer bay. Blue flings itself outwards: its endlessness makes it hard to pinpoint the line where the sky begins. At the quayside, th... Click to read

emma goldman, london, UK

United Kingdom, England, Blackpool, cornhill hotel

cornhill hotel

15th February 2009

I agree with everything that has been said.I was sent to get cash before being shown the room.More like a dog kennel.Very small and very old. We were told the card machine was not working but they say... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Devon, Highhampton

Fishing for Tranquility

9th January 2008

Kingslake Fishing Holidays near Highhampton was the base for a family holiday with a difference. The accommodation (cottages and lodges) situated around the lakes was excellent and included one with d... Click to read

Angela , Kent, UK

United Kingdom, England, The Lake District, Keswick

Luxury is a Six-Letter Word

15th July 2006

From the minute you enter the drive of Lairbeck in Keswick, you are enveloped in traditional Edwardian surroundings with luxurious decor and professional unobtrusive service with a smile. The grandf... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Suffolk, Ipswich, Hotel Elizabeth Copdock

WARNING for Vegetarians

1st October 2007

WARNING to vegetarian guests. website and hotel state that Vegetarian catered for. However, they served non vegetarian cheese on vegetarian dishes.
Executive Chef states that '"use on non veg cheese ... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Somerset, Butlins

Single Parents Need Holidays Too...???

17th August 2006

Having just spent my 4th year as a single parent after my partner of almost 20 yrs left us unannounced and up to our necks in debt... As my last and youngest daughter at home was then aged 7& used to... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Kent

The Secret Garden

8th January 2007

The Secret Garden is a great place to eat. I found the drinks rather expensive, paying up to �3.00 for a bottle of beer. The restaurant is in a lovely location. Service was superb and the food was eve... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Cambridgeshire, Cambridge

We love Centre Parcs

19th January 2007

We went to Centre Parcs in Elveden Forest for 4 nights / 5 days and it was one of the best holidays I have ever had. The Accommodation was clean and comfortable and was literally in the middle of a f... Click to read

Jessica Hunter , UK

United Kingdom, England, Kent, Hythe, Rios Icecream

Rios is the best!

9th August 2007

Tip: Whenever we're in Hythe we make sure we head down to the seafront infront of the Hythe Imperial Hotel for a Rios Icecream. There's a little ice-cream van that pulls up on the seafront and she h... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, west sussex

Butlins at Bognor!

23rd July 2008

We booked a silver rated room with Breakfast and Evening meal included, for 4 nights at a budget busting �149 for 2 adults! Bargain! Accomodation was basic but perfectly liveable. Food was basic but... Click to read

Mark Shannon, UK

United Kingdom, England, London

Travel on Ryanair

26th February 2007

dont forget to check in on line----only 40 Min's from departure time----you then have a dedicated line at the departure gate check-in desk and can be on the plane whilst everyone else is stood looking... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, London

awful guest house

7th February 2008

we booked a room at the rosenead guesthouse in horley near Gatwick for one nights stay on our way on holiday,

We wre greated by a rude lady (the owner) the rooms were cramped and old fashioned, not ... Click to read

julia mourne, UK

United Kingdom, England, Dorset, Parkdean Holiday Park

Oh I do Like to Be Beside the Seaside

11th August 2006

Had a long weekend in sunny West Bay on the Jurassic Coast. The Park is very well maintained with its mixture of privately owned and rented caravans. Loads of attractions very close by suitable for ... Click to read

Kate Hopkins, Kent, UK

United Kingdom, England, Yorkshire, Leeds

airport car parking

5th July 2007

After several bad experiences with over-priced airport car parking with little or no customer service, we have finally managed to find a great airport parking provider. They are called sky park secure... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Cornwall

St.Mawes Hotel......We wanted jam on it!

16th April 2009

If you choose to opt for a room with a sea view at the small but wonderfully situated St Mawes Hotel right on the harbourside at classy St.Mawes on the Roseland Peninsula, Cornwall you would be half w... Click to read

jerry gould, UK

United Kingdom, England, Cornwall

Avoid Cornwall in the Summer

9th January 2008

Like many people, I love Cornwall, It is in my blood but it does not seem to exist in August with the caravans, the crowds and the impossible roads. The people seem to change then too! I go in March o... Click to read

Ros Debling, Kent, UK

United Kingdom, England, London, camden

Corner House Hotel, Camden - The new Faulty Towers

18th June 2009

As someone who uses lots of hotels on a regular basis I can honestly say that this hotel is indeed a very strange place. The building has/is being refurbished and most of the floors are still in th... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, East Sussex, Hastings

What a surprise...an excellent hotel in Hastings!

17th December 2007

My parthner booked a two night stay in a luxury boutique hotel in Hastings, and it has to be said I was very dubious! But I have to say we have just had the most fantastic time. We stayed at the Zanzi... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Kent

Italian Food to die for!

19th January 2007

My boyfriend took me to an Italian Restaurant in Tenterden, Kent called Prezzo. We were received with a warm welcome, all the staff are friendly and Italian, and it really added to the atmosphere. All... Click to read

Teresa Goldup, UK

United Kingdom, England, Birmingham, The Belfry

Golf at The Belfry

11th December 2006

In early 2006 we were invited to a golf day at the De Vere Belfry (former home of the Ryder Cup). We decided to take an extra day and play all of the courses available - The PGA National, The Derby an... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, East Sussex, Brighton

A Gourmet Weekend in Brighton

23rd June 2006

Brighton is a great place to go for a weekend, especially a foodie weekend. It caters for every taste and budget. Arrive on Friday night and check into your hotel. I stayed at the Hotel du Vin on West... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Devon, The Charterhouse Family Hotel

The Cream of the Crop

28th July 2006

Sun, sea, sand and adventure. There really is no more required for a family holiday except perhaps for a bit of food but The Charterhouse does a great breakfast and a wonderful dinner which leaves ju... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Wiltshire, Center Parcs

Great Family Fun

24th January 2008

A very clean, tidy parc and lovely staff to great us. The Parc is soo child friendly, it really give parents time to relax and enjoy spending time with their family. Lots of places to eat so you can r... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Norfolk

Norfolk Broads

12th July 2007

We drove up to Norfolk one Bank Holiday Monday and finally picked our boat up from Stalham boat yard. One quick lesson on how to "drive" the damn thing and we were away! I took up the wheel and 15 min... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Wiltshire, Longleat Safari Park

Monkeying around at Longleat Safari Park

24th January 2008

The drive up to the zoo had scaffolding on the entrance which was a disappointment and we hoped that the rest of the zoo wasn't under construction! The childrens play areas was greatand kept the kids... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Cornwall, Padstow

A Holiday to remember in Cornwall - Pols Peice Holidays

3rd July 2008

Last year, My family and I went on a week long holiday near to Padstow, in a north cornwall holiday home. The holiday home based in North Cornwall was really what we needed, as it meant my husband and... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Devon, Exmoor

Very nice holiday let for large groups.

26th February 2008

If you are looking for somewhere with more than a touch of luxury for a holiday with friends or family then try The Cleeve in Porlock, Devon/Somerset Exmoor.

It has space for groups of up to 28 peo... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Eurotunnel

So easy!

7th December 2007

We recently decided to drive to Paris for the weekend and couldn't believe how easy it was on the Eurotunnel. It's just off the M20 and after a quick stop for a coffee after checking in (done in the c... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Devon, Torquay, Palace Hotel

The Palace Hotel Torquay

25th June 2008

As a business Women I rarely have time to sit down and write a review on a place I have been to. However on this occasion, I have made time as the Palace hotel in Torquay, which I recently attended fo... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Surrey

disappointing opulence

11th February 2008

The Selsdon Park Hotel. A splendid and grand building in a magnificent setting. Unfortunately, it does not live up to its promise. The prime duty of any hotel is to provide its guests with a goo... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, London, London Eye

London Eye Experience

19th May 2006

We went for a family trip to the London Eye. The views were amazing and the queing was kept to a minimum. The ride was very smooth. We took my mother who easily managed to get on and off. If any o... Click to read

Christine Sanford, Glos, UK

United Kingdom, England, Wiltshire, The Old Manor Hotel

Longleat

26th September 2006

We recently spent a couple of days in Wiltshire. The Hotel was close to Longleat and we were able to book half price tickets from them, which many hotels seem to do in that area. Longleat was great. L... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, lichfield

Exploring Lichfield in Super Staffs

6th October 2009

With more and more of us choosing to holiday or take regular short breaks in the U.K it�s amazing to discover the fantastic sights and attractions that are right on our doorstep. The beautiful county ... Click to read

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David Powell, UK

United Kingdom, England, Dorset, Weymouth, Waterside Park

Great Value Easter Break

12th August 2006

If you and the kids fancy a great value Easter break why not try a mobile home in the UK. I took my 2 girls (ages 12 & 14) to Weymouth and they loved it. The park was very clean, swimming pool great a... Click to read

Steve Martin, UK

United Kingdom, England, Devon, Dart Marina Hotel and Spa

This hotel stands out from the crowd - beautiful!

21st November 2008

For a seasoned traveler who gets plenty of overnight stops at hotels in the South West region, this hotel stands out from the crowd. You really get all of the boxes ticked here. Great service and genu... Click to read

Helen Evans, UK

United Kingdom, England, The Lake District, Lake Windermere

Peace and Relaxation

30th June 2006

Stayed in Kendal and toured the local areas. Went at begining of June and weater was good warm and sunny but not too hot. the cruise round the lake windemere is somthing not to be missed and i made... Click to read

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United Kingdom, England, Kent

Chapter Arms, Chartham Hatch, Kent

3rd January 2007

I love a country pub and I love this one so much that I even recommended it as a wedding reception venue to a friend! The Chapter Arms in Chartham Hatch, Kent is about 5 minutes drive from Canterbury... Click to read

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United Kingdom, England, North Yorkshire, Scarborough

Welcome to Scarborough

6th September 2006

We were introduced to Scarborough about 4 years ago by my sister Alice who had this as her favourite place for many years. I dont know what it is about the place that I love. It is certainly not swimm... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Blackpool

Great Days Out

17th July 2006

Love the sights and sounds, new venue for super Casino . love the cirus and pleasure beach, a must for all young and old party go people. Without a doubt the lights are always stunning, and the colou... Click to read

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United Kingdom, England, Devon, Tiverton, Best Western Tiverton Hotel

Perfect Stopover Destination

14th July 2008

Last month, I was making a long trip down to Cornwall from my home in North Wales. All I needed was a small and simple hotel to rest my head for a night to break up the journey. I booked the Best West... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, worcestershire

Carlton Cottage - Broadway Cottages

21st February 2009

Broadway Cottages offer an outstanding all round experience. From booking, through to arrival; standard of accomodation and availability of support by the owners, the service and experience you reciev... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England

Rye 'luxury' not all it seems......

26th October 2007

Hatters House is listed on the owner's independent website as 'luxury' accommodation boasting extra-wide beds and an air of tranquility. It also lists parking facilities for one car which, in Rye, is ... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Devon, Dart Marina Hotel and Spa

A-star Hotel

18th June 2008

I am 61 years old and now retired. I visit my daughter regularly in Dartmouth, where I have been many times and stayed in a variety of hotels and bed and breakfasts. However this time I thought I woul... Click to read

Don Jones, UK

United Kingdom, England

The Plough at Kelmscott

20th March 2008

Me and my girlfriend stayed at The Plough at Kelmscott, having arrived a day late we were greeted by a most warm welcome. The room was great, the location was great, the walks were great and the food ... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Devon, the passage house hotel

Super, Smashing, Great

9th July 2008

I was blown away by the views and the area offered to me by the passage house hotel. It was located in a quite part of Kingsteignton, which is the centre location for every attraction in Devon. The qu... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Norfolk, acle

Acle Bed and Breakfast - brilliant

28th January 2010

We had a very good stay at the Acle Bed and Breakfast www.aclebedandbreakfast.co.uk The room was a very good size the king size bed was amazing and the breakfast was awesome. Couldn't have asked for ... Click to read

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United Kingdom, England, Cornwall, Tintagel

Mystical and Magical - Nowhere Better

1st May 2006

To find the most inspiring, serene place on the face of this Earth for me I need go no further than the mythical paradise that is encapsulated by Cornwall . Try to imagine going back to that inner chi... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, London

What a show!

7th February 2007

We went to see a band called Wolfmother at the Apollo in Hammersmith. The band are from Australia and my friends had recommended going and so I thought I would tag along to see what they were like. Wo... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Kent

Bar Vasa is Fab

12th January 2007

A friend recommended this bar to me and so I thought I would check it out. Right on the sea front in Folkestone, with al fresco dining, this is a lovely place to sit a and relax and watch the sunset ... Click to read

Clare Phillips, Kent, UK

United Kingdom, England, Morecambe, Lothersdale Hotel

Loathsome Lothersdale Hotel

18th February 2008

17th February 2008.

Where to begin? We found this hotel by searching for hotels in Morecambe and this came up as a three star (it's not though - it's officially a two star). We paid 60 pounds for ... Click to read

Laura Birtwistle, UK

United Kingdom, England, Norfolk, Caister

A Walk in the Dunes

23rd July 2006

At five thirty in the morning,with the sun masked behind deep grey clouds we, my dogs and I, set off to say goodbye to Caister. The week had stated with torrential rain and a thunderstorm and looked... Click to read

paula johnson, Northamptonshire, UK

United Kingdom, England, cotswolds

Perfect Luxury Cotswolds Holiday Appartments

5th November 2009

When you think of Cotswolds holidays, you could be forgiven for imagining typically quaint, traditional stone-built type places. However, we had our eyes-opened when we stayed within the Lower Mill Es... Click to read

Jools Hammond, UK

United Kingdom, England, Kent

Country Pub With Bags of Charm

28th December 2006

If youre looking for a walk in the country with an amazing pub to rest at, look no further than the Rose & Crown Country Pub in Perry wood, Kent.

In Summer the garden is in bloom and you can underst... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Berkshire, Legoland

Legoland, a family fun day out!

28th December 2006

I took my 4 year old son to Legoland for a treat and found that we both thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Although most of the rides are meant for children, even I found myself on a few!! The Lego is amaz... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Devon

Otter Falls, Upottery

30th January 2008

Not wanting to fly with very small children, we instead stayed near Honiton in a Hoseasons place called Otter Falls in Upottery in the Otter Valley. A stone built farmhouse formed the centrepiece with... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Kent, Rare Breads Centre

Up close with the animals at the Rare Breads Centre

24th January 2008

The Rare Breads Centre is run by the Kent Oast Trust which is a charity based organisation for people with disabilities. With this in mind, the centre has acccess for wheel chairs throughout and means... Click to read

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United Kingdom, England, Cornwall, The Hotel Penarvor

Atlantic Air

14th July 2006

We took the family on a long weekend to celebrate two birthdays. The hotel has spectacular views of Crooklets Beach with the breakers rolling in. The food is fantastic, cooked to order using fresh lo... Click to read

Ros Debling, Kent, UK

United Kingdom, England, Donnington

Download at Donnington

11th December 2006

In short, a music festival with 3 stages over 3 days. Rock/Metal bands with good sound and lighting. Camping facilities were good for a festiavl though queues were an issue for drinking water and show... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Liverpool, Formby

Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa

4th March 2008

I recently stayed at The Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa and have to report back about the high standards.

Me and my wife stayed in a suite which was luxurious, spacious and had beautiful balcony views... Click to read

Helen Floy, UK

United Kingdom, England, London

Kids Eat Free Card London

13th March 2008

I recently went on holiday to Florida and purchased a Kids eat free Orlando card. It was great value for money at �10.00 and we used it over the whole two weeks saving lots of money on eating. Last w... Click to read

Laurie Tilley, UK

United Kingdom, England, Suffolk, lavenham

A Pearl in Britain's Oyster Lavenham

10th December 2008

If you want history, peace and good food this is the place absolutely second to none for great eating out experiences. Try the Great House if you want a la Carte it's French but don't let that put you... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Devon, best western tiverton hotel

Friendly Service, Spotless Rooms and Lovely Food in Tiverton

29th July 2009

Had a great nights sleep after staying at the BW Tiverton Hotel last night. As a business traveller, the room was really well equipped with a little office area, desk, printer, free wifi, flat screen ... Click to read

Jools Hammond, UK

United Kingdom, England, London, London Eye

Wow!

15th May 2006

The London Eye is absolutely fantastic for it's views over London. On a clear day you can see for miles from the top of the wheel. The queuing can sometimes be a little awkward but it is well worth ... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Guernsey

Celebrity Cruise

21st July 2006

Went from Dover for a short (2 night ) break Arrival at the port was chaotic but once on board it ws very peacefull. Had a Concierge room with Balcony on the Refitted Summit. Enjoyed the ambiance o... Click to read

david wootton, staqffs, UK

United Kingdom, England, The Lake District

Cumbrian Cottages

8th July 2009

June 2009 I had a poor experience with Cumbrian Cottages. I rented Marigold Barn in Satterthwaite for a week; it was advertised as 'non smoking' but was equipped with ashtrays and smelled of cigarette... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Eurotunnel

France on the Eurotunnel

11th December 2006

We recently headed over to France for a shopping trip at City Europe which we'd heard was a great place to shop.

Taking the Eurotunnel was so much easier and faster than the ferry from Dover. We d... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, London

Hotel Cavendish (Gower Street, London)

30th October 2007

I have recently had the displeasure of staying at the Hotel Cavendish (Gower Street, London) and thought I should let anyone thinking of booking this hotel know of my experience.

I would class ... Click to read

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United Kingdom, England, London, City Inn Westminster

City Inn Hotel Westminster

3rd May 2006

We have just stayed at the City Inn in Westminster, July 2006. It is a great hotel, very modern, calm and in a great position to visit Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and any more great site... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, London, London Eye

The London Eye

29th June 2006

This is amazing to take photographs from as it rotates quite slowly and does not jolt too much. When I went to have a go on it the weather was fantastic, it was during the recent very hot spell and th... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Suffolk, lavenham

Lavenham

10th December 2008

A quaint village with timber framed buildings mostly built in the 1500's and a church built in the 1300's. I'm American so this much history in one place I mean a real medievil village well it was so... Click to read

Anonymous

United Kingdom, England, Devon, Bideford, Tantons Hotel

Tantons Hotel

19th