Mini Breaks

A visit to Wallett's Court Country House Hotel and Spa

Rating: 2

September 14th 2011

Holiday over and in need of a bit of an uplift? Head for Wallett’s Court four-star country house hotel and spa in the heart of White Cliffs country for just the mini break you need

On holiday at Heathrow Airport- Review

Rating: 2

June 30th 2011

As she flew into Heathrow Karen Bowerman gave in to last minute whim. She booked herself a couple of extra days away – at an airport hotel - and was pleasantly surprised to discover you can still have a weekend break close to the runway...

Taking things up a gear, Adrenalin Rally, Middlesbrough

Rating: 3

March 21st 2011

Looking for a weekend with a bit of excitement – how about trying your hand at rally driving? Karen Bowerman headed to Middlesbrough to learn about powersliding, handbrake turns and the importance of apexes….

More than a puff of smoke… Tees Valley

Rating: 3

March 17th 2011

Beyond its chemical works and refinery towers, Tees Valley may surprise you! Karen Bowerman discovered moorland, museums and Europe’s oldest floating warship – plus links with Nelson and Captain Cook...

Into the night, Windsor Ghost Tour

Rating: 2

March 14th 2011

Fancy a night out in Windsor? How about taking to the streets for a ghost walk? Karen Bowerman stepped out after dark to discover the other side of this historic, riverside town…

Fit for a King. Dalhousie Castle, Scotland

Rating: 2

March 11th 2011

Always wanted to stay in a castle? How about sleeping in the tower or clambering into a four poster overlooking the ramparts? Karen Bowerman went to Bonnyrigg, just outside Edinburgh, to see what it was like staying in a 13th century fortress ….