This video is an extraordinarily well shot portrait of one of the finest luxury cars on the planet - the SLS AMG Gullwing. Plus it includes the delectable Emilia Fox!
Set in the heart of Dartmoor is the fabulous 5 star Bovey Castle; something akin to a fairy-tale castle, this hotel is a mesmerising affair from the very moment you come through the gates of the grounds and as you pass along the sweeping driveway.
Bovey castle is also home to a wonderful 18 hole golf course; a course which explores some of the most fabulous parts of the extensive grounds.
One of the most enticing things to note about Bovey Castle is its status as the flagship SUNDÃRI Spa location, for the whole of the UK. The spa offers a vast array of top-end spa treatments – ranging from facials, to full body masks and massages. I was lucky enough to try one of the Hot stone massages and it was superb. Really top notch.
The spa staff were wonderful and made me feel comfortable, at ease and extremely relaxed. After my treatment I was so relaxed that I could barely stand, such was the skill of the masseuse. I left the spa walking on a cloud.
But back to the hotel itself…
The staff throughout the hotel were top class and took every precaution to ensure that every guest is made to feel welcome. The hotel communal areas ooze class. You can sit in the fabulous drawing rooms of the castle, either beside a fire or looking out onto the grounds, and you will feel a wave of utter pleasure flow over you.
I should also say that cream tea on the terrace is a must (starting from £14 PP).
The Rooms
As you would expect, the rooms are classy affairs and have a feeling of real grandeur and opulence. Soft colours and the most exquisite furnishings make for a room which you may not want to leave.
Junior state / family room is available from £449, room only, per night. Bovey’s top Grand State rooms are priced from £699 room only, per night.
Fine dining at the Edwardian Grill
The Edwardian Grill serves a selection of fine dining treats; you can gorge yourself on fresh line caught sea bass or locally reared lamb.
Sommelier was helpful, attentive and understanding of our needs. As I watched him move from table to table, he was more than happy to give all of the diners an in-depth explanation of each wine, or a quick recommendation, for those who knew what they wanted.
There was also an impressive cheese selection wheeled into the restaurant and it held a vast array of any cheese you could wish for – I was a bit gutted that I didn’t choose it!
A reasonably priced set menu is also available with two-courses for £19.95 or three courses for £24.95.
Additional activities
One of the biggest highlights of our stay was the complementary Falconry display, held at 10am and on the rear terrace. Our falconry expert, who took the display, was funny, accommodating and passionate about his work. His range of birds spanned from the beautiful, if not slightly dim, owl. To the fast and nimble falcons, we had a fantastic time. The hotel also offers other great activities, such as: Sloe Gin and cider making and archery, there really is a great choice of exciting things to do at Bovey Castle. There are also brilliant swimming and gym facilities, for the more active among us.
Rangemaster are cooking up a storm with their biggest and best ever Facebook competition – the chance to win a Rangemaster Professional Deluxe 90 worth £1,999, a revolutionary mini range cooker that fits perfectly into the smaller kitchen.
Rangemaster is Britain’s No. 1 range cooker brand, and is the most highly rated by consumer watchdog Which?, with 10 Rangemaster models featuring in their Top 11 ‘Best Buy Range Cookers’. In 2012 Rangemaster will mark 235 years since the original Flavel company was founded, a milestone in an outstanding heritage of British manufacturing, design and innovation. Not only is Rangemaster proud to be family focused and dedicated to making the kitchen a focal point within the home, but is also renowned as a complete kitchen appliance brand.
The Competition
At 90cm the Rangemaster Professional Deluxe 90 (http://bit.ly/x95Vun) is in a class of its own. A sleek and stylish ‘mini’ range cooker perfect for those smaller kitchens. Boasting a five burner hot plate with a triple ring wok burner, two A rated ovens with a combined cooking capacity of 135 litres and catalytic liners which keep the oven as clean as possible with minimum effort. The left hand multi-function oven includes a Rapid Response function that reduces heat up time by 30%, and a porthole door allowing you to check food easily.
It’s the perfect prize for the discerning home cook and it could be yours by simply entering this sweepstake competition…
How to enter:
Simply ‘Like’ www.facebook.com/RangemasterUK , enter your contact details and you could be in with a chance of winning the Rangemaster Professional Deluxe 90. Two runners-up will also win Rangemaster pan sets worth approximately £129.
Duration
Competition start date – Thursday 22nd March 2012
Competition finish date – Monday 30th April 2012
Competition winners announced – Friday 4th May 2012
Today I am writing to tell you about some of the most exciting, luxurious and exclusive London 2012 gift ideas. With the Olympics just over the horizon you may want to show your support in a different way; through fashion and style you can also get behind team GB.
The first port of call is the official Olympic Jewellery range for London 2012 made by Links of London. Links are renowned for their quality silverware and have become pioneers of superior jewellery design.
David Riddiford CEO of Links of London commented “Links of London have a history of supporting leading sporting events. Our distinctive British style makes us the natural choice to create the Official Jewellery Collection of London 2012.”
Here are some of their excellent pieces:
Also, why not get behind Team GB with these special edition Olympic wristbands? Worn by celebrities, including JLS, these wristbands are well made and carry all of the class you expect from Links of London.
Check them out, they are only £20!
Personalities all over the world have been showing their support by wearing the band. Stephen Fry tweeted “Thanks to Links of London for my #LOLGBBand. Glad to show my support for Team GB. #London2012”
The Sperry’s Spinnaker Special Edition Olympic Boat Shoes (sorry for the over alliteration in the title here!) RRP £100 Click here for more info
Sperry Top-Sider have been making luxury footwear since 1935 and has managed to establish itself as one of the USA’s most iconic nautical brands. Their range is vast, eclectic and brimming with class – I had no idea so many different types of boat shoe existed! Sperry only release their footwear through specialist and exclusive outlets, making them the must have summer shoes for SS12.
One of the key assets of the Sperry Top-Sider brand is it’s allegiance to quality; all of their shoes are crafted from leather that is gorgeously soft, unlike most other boat shoes, and as a consequence they are extremely comfortable to wear. Sperry Top-Sider also do a luxurious range of boots, slippers and high performance footwear.
These shoes are the perfect way to match style with support this summer, to pick up your pair go to: http://www.sperrytopsider.eu
It is hard to believe that the Northey was once the “Box Station Hotel,” ‘a dusty, dreary drinking house’… as today, it is a contemporary, welcoming and warm venue. It has recently been redesigned by its owner Sally Warburton – who has done a fantastic job in re-energising the Northey and bringing it into the 21st century. The result of all this hard work is an stunning 5 star Inn!
The look, location and the feel
Firstly, the location is fantastic. It is only a short care journey from The Northey to the wonderful town of bath, where you can take in thousands of years of history and enjoy some great restaurants. Not knowing the area very well, we asked for directions to bath at the bar, and we were accurately directed to the best place to park. There is also accessibility by buses or taxis to the centre of Bath.
Heading inside The Northey has a homely and elegant feel. Its combination of dark words and plush furnishings, results in a look that is charming, dark and atmospheric.
I should also add - throughout our stay, my guest and I, both felt at ease and looked after, as the staff were accommodating and helpful throughout. It really was a very relaxed and welcoming environment – making us feel at home for the entire stay.
The Room
The room was stylish, cosy and had a great feeling of warmth. Addiontally, the bed was really comfortable – it was one of the best nights sleep I have had for months! The room also had a handy coffee machine, complete with instant coffee and tea-pods.
Prices at the weekend start at a very reasonable £125 per night (Friday-Saturday) and are as low as £89 during the rest of the week – making The Northey brilliant value! Prices also include a good selection of cooked and cold breakfasts.
We were really impressed by the bathroom! Hidden within what looked like cupboard doors, was a spacious, modern and stylish bathroom. To be honest, weren’t expecting it and my partner likened the surprise to opening the doors to Narnia. Complete with a walk-in rainfall shower and make up area, the bathroom ticked all the boxes and more! Top-drawer!
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Dining
Dining at the Northey is also a pleasure; the Inn has a large and open dining space, which was beautifully candle lit, making for an especially pleasant atmosphere. To start my partner made a fantastic choice with the locally caught mussels. They were cooked mariniere style and the sauce was extremely rich and flavoursome. For the main course we both opted for the some of the fine local steaks on offer – they were beautifully tender and a great value cut of meat for the price.
Overall I would love to stay at The Northey again – it was a very comfortable and enjoyable experience - one that I have already told my friends and family about.
Additional info: The Northey is a part of the OHH Company – a small chain of fabulous British locations. The other two locations are The Crown and The old house at home. I have also heard that The Northey is now becoming ever more popular as a venue for holding special occasions such as wedding receptions, christening parties and birthday parties.
