by Kathryn Burrington | Apr 10, 2019 | City Breaks, Europe, Food and Drink, Northern Europe, Northern Ireland, Restaurant Reviews
If like me, food and drink are important to you when you travel, Northern Ireland is a fabulous destination, thanks to its rich agricultural heritage and the passion of its producers, chefs, and restauranteurs. Since I first visited in 2016, I’ve returned every...
by Kathryn Burrington | Feb 24, 2019 | England, Spa and wellness, Surrey
Picture a historic stately home set in 400 acres in the Surrey countryside. Roaring fires, wood panelling, an outdoor hot tub and fluffy robes and slippers, not to mention cocktails to die for. Add to this, three restaurants, four swimming pools, a gym and fitness...
by Kathryn Burrington | Jan 23, 2019 | England, London
Down narrow passageways overflowing with antiquities, busts, life masks and architectural features bathed in an amber glow, I wander around this unusual townhouse in London. Every inch of wall space and every nook and many a cranny is filled with sculptures and...
by Kathryn Burrington | Dec 1, 2018 | Recipes, West Sussex
As I stir the Christmas pudding mix, I make a wish, as do each of us in turn. We are gathered in the stunning Jacobean Hall of a former medieval coaching inn now a luxury hotel, The Spread Eagle in Midhurst, West Sussex. It’s the Sunday before Advent Sunday and...
by Kathryn Burrington | Nov 23, 2018 | England, Spa and wellness, West Sussex
As I lie on my back looking up at the sky, a golden oak leaf dances above me whipped up by the wind. The burnished gold of the trees looks glorious set against the blue sky, with just a few fluffy white clouds floating by. A couple behind the trees at the edge of the...
by Kathryn Burrington | Nov 19, 2018 | England, Food and Drink, Somerset
As I make my way through the dimly lit caves, I wonder how many years ago the strange, surreal structures that surrounded me were formed. We pass rocks which appear to flow like a waterfall and in one spot I feel I can almost make out an angst-filled face screaming in...
by Kathryn Burrington | Nov 15, 2018 | Christmas, England, Festivals, London, Popular, Rohan
Famous department stores decorated in festive bling, twinkling lights draped above the streets as bright red double-decker buses pass by and sparkling Christmas trees of every size are plentiful. Wine is mulling, chestnuts are roasting and a rosy-cheeked,...
by Kathryn Burrington | Oct 3, 2018 | England, Europe, Rohan, Travel tips
One of my favourite times of year for travel is October, as the days grow shorter and the weather becomes cooler. Both in the UK and throughout the rest of Europe there’s less demand for holiday packages and hotel rooms, so prices drop and popular locations are less...
by Kathryn Burrington | Oct 1, 2018 | England, Europe, Northern Europe, West Sussex, Wildlife
Each autumn across the English countryside, there’s a soft light that’s particularly lovely early in the morning or late in the afternoon, casting long shadows and an ethereal glow across the landscape. One of my favourite places to enjoy autumn walks in this ‘golden...
by Kathryn Burrington | Sep 11, 2018 | England, Northern Europe, West Sussex
This summer I‘ve taken a break from travelling overseas to spend more time with my family and friends. I’m also using the opportunity to explore local places, which I’m excited to share with you – my 15 favourite exotic locations – some of which I’ve known...
