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Father’s Day

This year Father’s Day falls on June 17, and at Hand Picked Hotels we have got plenty of treats to make dad feel special

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Worcester Racecourse

The home of summer jumps racing, Worcester Racecourse are celebrating their 300th Anniversary in 2018 as one of the oldest racecourses in the UK. With 20 racedays annually, from May – October, there is a raceday for everyone at this small, friendly racecourse close to Stanbrook Abbey Hotel.

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Farnborough Airshow

Taking place every two years, the Farnborough International Airshow is one of the most iconic events in Hampshire.

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Great British Food Festival

The Great British Food Festival at Harewood House is a must for any keen culinarian and with Wood Hall Hotel & Spa ten miles away you can choose to enjoy the entire three-day’s celebration.

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Exclusive package seals the deal

We meet Emma and David who had a summer wedding in Kent at Chilston Park Hotel. This country house hotel can close its doors to everyone but you and your loved ones for the wedding of your dreams.

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Hassall Alpacas

Get up close to some beautiful fleecy Alpacas and make some furry friends!

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"I am yours and you are mine, from this day until the end of my days"

We meet Sue and Paul who had a Game of Thrones inspired wedding at Ettington Park Hotel in Stratford-upon-Avon.

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A Weekend in Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire is a beautiful county, steeped in history and full of unusual and surprising things to do. The team at Fawsley Hall Hotel & Spa recommends the best way to spend a weekend in this part of the East Midlands.

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A day of love filled with surprises

We meet Kathryn and Craig who had a spring wedding at Norton House Hotel & Spa in Edinburgh full of surprises.

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Castle Ashby Gardens

Castle Ashby is the ancestral home of the 7th Marquess of Northampton. Wander through its gardens, open 365 days of the year, and you are taking a walk through history.

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