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Meetings and Events at Stanbrook Abbey Hotel
Stanbrook Abbey is an impressive meetings venue that is guaranteed to wow your delegates from the moment they arrive.
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Hand Picked Health Club & Spas Raise Over 2k For Macmillan
On Friday 27th September, the teams at Hand Picked Spa & Health Clubs took part in Macmillan’s largest coffee morning, raising £2,287 for the cancer charity.
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Native Woodland Project at Crathorne Hall
Crathorne Hall in North Yorkshire has collaborated with The Woodland Trust to plant 1000+ trees within the 15-acre estate to introduce a new native woodland to the grounds.
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How to host the perfect dinner party
Hosting a dinner party is a skill in its own right and something that can be quite a task. Read on for some handy hints and tips for hosting.
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Ten Minutes with Senior Wedding Coordinator, Alex Iceton
There's no doubt that your Wedding Coordinator will play a huge part in your plans for your perfect day, so working with someone who is as excited by your big day as you are, but who has all of the experience and knowledge to help you to fully enjoy your day and the planning that goes into it is invaluable.
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Recipe of the Month: Aloo Gobi
by Andrew Soddy, Executive Head Chef at L'Horizon Beach Hotel & Spa
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The Classic Daiquiri
The classic Daiquiri is a super simple rum cocktail that’s well-balanced and refreshing, read on to learn how to make your own.
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Recipe of the Month: Ginger Cosmopolitan
by Andrew Soddy, Executive Head Chef at L'Horizon Beach Hotel & Spa
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Dining with a view
The summer break has begun - what a wonderful time to spend with family and friends outdoors. Enjoy our alfresco dining within the comfort of our terraces which offer a selection of seasonal inspired dishes to enjoy in the sunshine.
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Recipe of the Month: Pimm’s Ice Lolly
by Andrew Soddy, Executive Head Chef at L'Horizon Beach Hotel & Spa
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