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First Dance Etiquette

This month we look at first dance etiquette tips and alternative ideas for couples that prefer not to be in the spotlight

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Explore Jersey

With a choice of Hand Picked venues in Jersey, the most southerly of the British Isles makes for a superb getaway whatever time of the year it is.

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Halloween

The origins of Halloween and what you should be doing to celebrate the spookiest night of the year.

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Achieving the Dream Wedding on a Budget

There are plenty of ways to cut down on your costs when planning a wedding and still have a relaxed, fun and perfect day, as Tara and Steve Purchell discovered at Audleys Wood Hotel, Basingstoke.

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A Weekend in Bath

The team at Bailbrook House share some of their favourite ways to while away a weekend in Bath and the surrounding area, as well as some of the best cycle routes for those keen to explore on two wheels.

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Live like Royalty: Top Six Royal Breaks

Live like royalty with Hand Picked Hotels and walk in the footsteps of the monarchy where you too can play king or queen for a day, a night, a weekend…

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My Big Fat Geek Wedding

If you are looking to pull off a wedding that is equal parts nerdy and cool, here is a perfect example of a geek chic couple doing it their way at New Hall Hotel & Spa.

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Making a destination part of your business event

Take advantage of the surrounding towns and cities when you hold a business meeting at a Hand Picked Hotel and make your event more productive and enjoyable.

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Unusual wedding themes

This month we take a look at some of the more unusual wedding themes to make your special day fun and just that little bit different.

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History of Fawsley Hall Hotel & Spa

Before the Knightleys Fawsley was a Royal Manor as early as the 7th century, it being the headquarters of administrative and ec...

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