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Great British Spring Breaks
By Fiona McKim on 27/03/2012 10:15:31
It’s not too late! Junior picks the best last-minute getaways
Nestled in the striking Perthshire countryside, the five star Gleneagles Hotel is as synonymous with warm Scottish hospitality as it is decadent luxury. Set within its own 850 acre estate containing three championship golf courses and a luxury spa to keep parents happy, this worl...
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Brilliant Bath
By Junior on 10/08/2011 16:54:38
There is never a dull moment in the city of Bath...
’s finest crescent”). It is a splendid setting from which to explore the city, and the elegant hotel offers events throughout the summer months.For details, visit www.royal crescent.co.ukLook at Junior's guide to Brilliant city breaks in our Travel section.
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Find the perfect rural getaway in Carmarthenshire
By Junior on 22/11/2012 13:04:01
Kids can look after a chicken, collect eggs and help look after piglets at Cwmcrwth Farm Cottages
Cwmcrwth Farm CottagesCarmarthenshire is just made for rural family getaways. New Junior Farmer Weekends at Cwmcrwth Farm Cottages are aimed at 5-10 year olds. Kids have a small chicken to help look after and collect eggs for their breakfast
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Devon delights
By Junior on 03/08/2011 17:33:57
Devon, a fascinating destination to travel to
Renowned for its sweeping coastal views and lush hills, Devon is one UK destination benefitting from the ash cloud as bookings are up 70 per cent. From fossil hunting on the Jurassic Coast to cycle trails, there is simply loads to do. Visit www.visitdevon.co.uk
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Relax in rural Worcestershire
By Junior on 02/08/2011 14:18:50
The Elms hotel is perfect for a peaceful holiday
refreshments – including an organic Cheeky Cherubs tea bar for children – and luxury spa treatments are included in the price, from £4,212 for a family of four for seven nights.Tel: 01962 772323; or visit www.theultimatebalance.co.ukLook at our UK section
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You can count on Cork
By Junior on 03/08/2011 10:37:24
A new sailing route from Swansea to Cork has made this beautiful city even easier to reach
ruins. Two nights costs £234 per night.Tel: 00 353 21 4219000; www.castlemartyrresort.ieAlso read our Great British holidays article in our UK section.
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Grand country house
By Junior on 03/08/2011 10:47:09
Admire the beautiful historic house set in Suffolk
in the picturesque Suffolk countryside that so inspired artist John Constable.With room for 12 guests, the house costs from £2,102 for a three-night weekend or from £2,981 for a week.Tel: 01628 825 925; www.landmarktrust.org.ukFor more great places to visit look
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A site to behold
By Junior on 03/08/2011 12:47:55
Forest Holidays, a fantastic caravan site
Most caravan sites offer the bare essentials and little else. But head to a Forest Holidays’ site and you will stay on one of the UK’s Foresty Commission estates – pristine, yet offering all the amenities you would want for your family stay
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Welsh wonders
By Junior on 03/08/2011 16:44:09
Sheepskin, a range of stylish self-catering properties located around Wales
The cottages feature luxurious robes and towels, log fires and iPod docking stations, as well as self-catering essentials, such as freshly roasted coffee, olive oil and the ever-necessary sea salt and pepper. Stay at the Wayside – a comfortable cottage that’s situated in a beauti...
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Action in the Cotswolds
By Junior on 03/08/2011 17:26:50
For an action-packed holiday, try The Priory Inn in the town of Tetbury in the Cotswolds
Mini Break in July and August and get three nights for the price of two. A weekend break costs £399 for a family of four, including B&B, a day’s bike hire and tickets to the wildlife park. Visit www.theprioryinn.co.uk
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