Hand Picked Blog

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Private dining

For truly lavish exclusivity our Hand Picked Hotels provide the perfect setting for a private occasion

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Why treadmills offer many fitness benefits during the Winter

Enjoying regular exercise is without doubt one of the most important changes you could make to your lifestyle. Many of us are lead...

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Hygge

Experience a moment of hygge – the wellbeing trend of 2016 but a way of life for the Danes for the past three centuries.

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Prepare your house for Christmas

by James Hare, Head Housekeeper at Wood Hall Hotel & Spa

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Create your own festive drinks

I am Jose Sanchez, Bar Supervisor at Buxted Park Hotel I have been having fun making cocktails for about 10 years now and I s...

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Create your own festive treats

by Raechel Harris, Head Pastry Chef at Fawsley Hall Hotel & Spa

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January Sales

If you want to take advantage of the January sales, then why not base yourself at one of Hand Picked Hotels’ venues to ensure you get the best bargains.

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Christmas Traditions

Ever wondered about the reasons behind some of our favourite Christmas traditions, we unpick the real explanations

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How to choose a wedding venue

This month we look at how to choose the perfect wedding venue.

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Gingerbread House Recipe

By Andrew Soddy, Executive Head Chef at L'Horizon Beach Hotel & Spa

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