Alnwick Castle is the largest inhabited castle in Europe
- home to the Duke of Northumberland & his family. The castle has been
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The answer to any chocoholic’s cocoa-filled prayers lies within this truly indulgent experience. Based in Greater London, you’ll be treated to gourmet chocolate martinis, chocolate taster platters, luxurious chocolate decorations & of course, Prosecco, as you discover the magical traditions of chocolate making. You will also get the opportunity to create your own chocolate by using sophisticated techniques, exotic flavours & organic ingredients. The first of three delicious stages of this experience will consist of an essential lesson in Chocolate Mixology & Bubbles. You will learn to blend your own chocolate martinis, which are so decadent that even the glasses are drizzled in chocolate! On top of the cocktail making, a lovely glass or two of Prosecco will also be enjoyed. Within the Chocolate Legends & Chocolate Connoisseurs’ Tasting, Master Chocolatiers will reveal the fascinating history & art of chocolate, with plenty of exotic tastings to complement this magical timeline. You will also try chocolate stripped down to its purest form, with the raw cocoa nibs & 100% pure chocolate samples. Insider tips & tricks from Master Chocolatier connoisseurs will also be divulged, meaning you can show off your new found skills to your friends & family at home. Next, you’ll channel your artistic flair within the chocolates infusions, gooey fudge & fresh truffle making workshop. Your fantasy chocolate combinations will come to life as your experiment with rose, orange, fig & mint flavours. In pairs, you will then craft fresh cream chocolate truffles & cut, mould & dip gooey milk chocolate fudge. You’ll decorate your truffles & fudge with luxurious toppings such as, cocoa powder, white chocolate flakes, strawberry curls & sea salt. With innovative flavours suiting every pallet, you’re sure to leave satisfied. Your chocolate experience won’t end there. The indulgence will continue on at home as you will leave with Approx. 25 of your own bespoke creations, packaged up in luxurious ribbon tied bags. Share your creations with friends & family or choose to keep quiet about your sumptuous souvenirs, the choice is yours. ...

Treat yourself & a companion or the pair of chocoholics in your life to the ultimate sweet dream! You will be treated to highly indulgent chocolate martinis, Prosecco, truffle tasting, chocolate taster platters & luxurious chocolate decorations as you learn the magical legends of chocolate. Get stuck into some exclusive, sophisticated chocolate making & enjoy getting creative with exotic flavours. You’ll learn to blend your own chocolate martinis
- so decadent that even the glasses are drizzled in chocolate! On top of the cocktail making, you’ll also enjoy a lovely glass or two of Prosecco. Master Chocolatiers will guide you through the fascinating history & art of chocolate, with plenty of exotic tastings to complement this magical timeline. You’ll discover how chocolate is made & this could be the first time you try raw cocoa nibs & 100% pure chocolate, in its natural form. You’ll also sample mouth-watering chocolates, learning insider tips from our Master Chocolatier connoisseurs you can show off at dinner parties! Getting creative, you’ll make your own tasty flavoured chocolate slabs, experimenting with rose, orange, fig & mint to find an enticing taste mix. Next in a pair, team up to make fresh cream chocolate truffles & cut, mould & dip gooey milk chocolate fudge. You’ll decorate your truffles & fudge with luxurious toppings such as, cocoa powder, white chocolate flakes, strawberry curls & sea salt. However, your day of chocolatey luxury won’t end there. You’ll leave with Approx. 25 of your own handmade chocolates in addition to your giant chocolate button, packaged up in gorgeous ribbon tied bags.
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Unwind & let the stress melt away at a superb health spa. After a range of luxurious & relaxing treatments you will ...

Escape & relax for a short break at The Speech House Hotel, Gloucestershire. The Speech Hotel is a beautiful 17th century former hunting lodge set in the heart of the idyllic Royal Forest of Dean, making it the perfect location to relax. The hotel boasts fantastic forest views, charming accommodation & superb dining. Originally built in 1676, the hotel blends the elegance of authentic features with stylish design & contemporary facilities. Overlooking the romantic wilderness of the surrounding forest, it’s the ideal retreat for exploring this area of outstanding natural beauty. You will stay in an upgraded room, either a main house superior room or courtyard four poster bedroom. For formal dining, the beamed Verderer’s Court restaurant offers fantastic contemporary European cuisine. For lighter meals & snacks, the Orangery is the perfect place to unwind after a long day. As an additional treat you will experience a Traditional Afternoon Tea served in the Orangery, which

Includes:: a selection of freshly made sandwiches, freshly baked scones with clotted cream & preserve, an array of scrumptious cakes served with a choice of tea or coffee. This break is a one night stay for two people, including breakfast & a Traditional Afternoon Tea for Two.

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This very stylish afternoon tea will usually consist of finger sandwiches including, scones served with a selection of sweets. You will also have the choice of a selection of specialty teas & in some of the locations you may receive a glass of champagne each. Choose one from the following: Royal Afternoon Tea at Armathwaite Hall & Country House for Two Afternoon Tea for Two at Park Lane Hotel Pimm's Afternoon Tea for Two at the Ambassadors Bloomsbury Hotel, London Afternoon Tea & Bubbly with a Cookery Demonstration for Two Thames Afternoon Cream Tea Cruise for Two Design Your Own Perfume Gold with Afternoon Tea for Two Prosecco Afternoon Tea at the Strand Palace Hotel for Two Afternoon Tea for Two at MAP Maison with a Glass of Fizz or a Cocktail Afternoon Tea for Two at Sanctum Soho Hotel Afternoon Tea with Bubbly for Two at Urban Meadow Café & Bar Chocolate Afternoon Tea for Four at Rosy Lee's English Country Garden Afternoon Tea for Two High Tide Tea for Two along the River Dart Champagne Afternoon Tea for Two at Chiseldon House Hotel Prosecco Afternoon Tea at the Strand Palace Hotel for Two ...

this tour for two & overnight stay offers an unforgettable experience to explore england's premier organic vineyard, which also happens to be the largest & oldest organic vineyard in the uk! a perfect day out with a choice of two different hotels to stay in. you will have the choice of either:the powdermills hotel which is available sunday to friday & is an 18th century listed country house nestling in 150 acres of beautiful parklands, woods & large lakes. it is situated 15 minutes from the vineyard. the powdermills hotel will require a £20 supplement fee for a friday or saturday night booking.the brickwall hotel which is available seven days a week & is a 16th century tudor mansion in the heart of the east sussex countryside. it is situated 5 minutes from the vineyard. the brickwall hotel will require a £10 supplement fee for a friday or saturday night booking. start your experience by checking in at the shop where you will receive a map & a sheet of information explaining the different vine varieties & the organic/biodynamic grape growing methods used at sedlescombe. you can then take a leisurely stroll through three beautiful vineyards set in the 'high weald area of outstanding natural beauty' & experience organic grape growing at first-h&. the trail also takes in three acres of ancient english woodl&.on your return you'll head to the winery where a guide will show you the equipment used to make sedlescombe's international award-winning wines, & explain some of the fascinating processes involved. from there it's on to the 'bar-in-the-barn' where you can delight in tasting the full range of these home-grown organic & biodynamic wines, including whites, red, & fizz as well as fruit wines & delicious liqueurs.to round off your visit you will be served a delightful cream tea complete with fresh strawberries or a ploughman’s platter lunch with a glass of either sedlescombe rose sparkling or regent red!finish your tour with a bottle of 2013 red or 2013 old vine white wine to take home. ...

This tour for two & overnight stay offers an unforgettable experience to explore England's premier organic vineyard, which also happens to be the largest & oldest organic vineyard in the UK! You will stay in The Brickwall Hotel which is available seven days a week & is a 16th century Tudor Mansion in the heart of the East Sussex countryside. It is situated 5 minutes from the Vineyard. The Brickwall Hotel will require a £10 supplement fee for a Friday or Saturday night booking. Start your experience by checking in at the shop where you will receive a map & a sheet of information explaining the different vine varieties & the organic/biodynamic grape growing methods used at Sedlescombe. You can then take a leisurely stroll through three beautiful vineyards set in the ' High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty' & experience organic grape growing at first-h&. The trail also takes in three acres of ancient English woodl&. On your return you'll head to the Winery where a guide will show you the equipment used to make Sedlescombe's international award-winning wines, & explain some of the fascinating processes involved. From there it's on to the ' Bar-in-the-Barn' where you can delight in tasting the full range of these home-grown organic & biodynamic wines, including whites, red, & fizz as well as fruit wines & delicious liqueurs. To round off your visit you will be served a delightful cream tea complete with fresh strawberries or a Ploughman’s Platter Lunch with a glass of either Sedlescombe Rose Sparkling or Regent Red! Finish your tour with a bottle of 2013 Red or 2013 Old Vine White wine to take home. ...

ever wanted to experience the magic of sailing? then this is the experience for you! step board a 40-foot yacht for what will be a memorable experience of sailing. during this two hour sailing experience you'll explore the fife coastline, inchcolm priory & see a different view of edinburgh's unique skyline in the distance. at the start of your experience you will meet your rya yachtmaster who will show you the ropes onboard a modern sailing yacht over a cup of coffee before departing the harbour. you'll then set sail & let the wind take you as each guest takes it in turn to take the wheel & sail the yacht, under the safe supervision of the crew. ...

ever wanted to experience the magic of sailing? then this is the experience for you! step board a 40-foot yacht for what will be a memorable experience of sailing. during this two hour sailing experience you'll explore the fife coastline, inchcolm priory & see a different view of edinburgh's unique skyline in the distance. at the start of your experience you will meet your rya yachtmaster who will show you the ropes onboard a modern sailing yacht over a cup of coffee before departing the harbour. you'll then set sail & let the wind take you as each guest takes it in turn to take the wheel & sail the yacht, under the safe supervision of the crew. ...