New awards celebrate Greater Manchester’s talent and influence across entertainment, community and business Awards on 8 November 2018 at the Hilton Hotel Deansgate Nominated charity is the Greater Manchester Mayor’s Homelessness Fund This is Manchester Awards will showcase the incredible talent Greater Manchester has at its heart, the creme de la creme of the region. Britain’s second city, the capital…
*Review by invite* What is your go-to place for a special visit? If you haven’t got one, read on. Hart’s Nottingham is one of those places that has been on my radar for some time. Finally I found myself booked in for lunch at Hart’s. The first thing that strikes you, is that everything is neat. From the doors, to…
An increasing number of diners are choosing to go meat- and dairy- free. Choosing a plant-based diet has never been more ethically appealing and en vogue. It is therefore great to see revered establishments such as Ye Olde Bell embrace this trend by hosting a specialty vegan evening this June. Ye Olde Bell Hotel & Spa a privately owned 59…
*Review by invite, food and drink complimentary* What do you do when you fancy a treat? When I’m in the depths of despair (a pronounced feeling of late as I plot my third novel – why aren’t my characters behaving?), I take myself off to afternoon tea. There is something so thoroughly comforting and special about the notion of nibbling…
Do you love ice-cream? Want to learn how to make ice-cream in stunning surroundings one balmy summery day? Read on. The award-winning School of Artisan Food and Ye Olde Bell, a beautiful 17th century hotel and spa, are offering the perfect foodie getaway this summer. The ‘Make the Most of Summer’ package includes the Introduction to Ice Cream Making course…
A group of East Midlands entrepreneurs, led by hospitality and leisure consultant David Waycot, have acquired the Lakeside in Nottingham, with the prime objective of creating a five star luxury venue. The Grade ll listed former Victorian Pumping Station is currently undergoing a multi-million pound refurbishment programme, with phase one expected to be completed and ready for opening in the…
Christmas has well and truly arrived at The Walton Hotel for 2017, the Christmas trees are dressed, the log fires are blazing, the stockings are hung by the chimney with care and the hotel is now ready to open its doors to celebrate the festive season. The iconic Nottingham hotel and restaurant is nestled on the edge of The Park…
In the chilly months of winter, it is nice to have something to look forward to. That summer holiday you booked in a haze of joy on Boxing Day may seem an age away (because it is). Now, if you fancy much needed R&R, or a pick-me-up treat, read on. Or, if you’re looking for a place to stay in…