STAYCATIONS
COUNTRY ESCAPE FIND SOME RURAL BLISS TO UNWIND AND CONNECT WITH NATURE. COUNTRYSIDE CONTENTMENT WILL BE YOURS TO DISCOVER AT THESE SCENIC LOCATIONS, SURE TO SUIT ALL TASTES
ON THE GREEN
CAMBRIDGE COUNTRY CLUB Offering state-of-the-art facilities – including a stylish wellness centre, gym and spa – Cambridge Country Club is the ultimate destination for a day of relaxation, just outside the city. Its sleek interiors offer guaranteed glamour – and, if golf is your thing, you’ll be able to while away the hours at the club’s stunning 18-hole course. STOKE BY NAYLAND RESORT A short stop from Colchester, where you can find attractions such as Colchester Castle, St Botolph’s Priory and Firstsite – a contemporary art gallery in the centre of town – Stoke by Nayland may just be the portal to your next staycation destination. Opt for an elegant room in the hotel, or go all out with your very own eco-friendly lodge. Unwind with a round of golf or take a dip in the pool. When it comes to food and drink, there’s plenty to choose from, with multiple restaurants and a selection of bars to match every mood. ALL-ROUNDER
Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa Situated in picturesque Suffolk, Bedford Lodge occupies a tranquil spot just a short drive from Newmarket, Bury St Edmunds, Ely and Cambridge. Its modern rooms boast charm and character, while the deluxe, award-winning spa is the jewel in the hotel’s crown. Take a dip in the rooftop hot tub and relax in the sauna, before indulging in a massage or bespoke facial! When dinner starts to call, the Squires Restaurant will answer with a selection of sumptuous seasonal dishes. TOTAL RELAXATION
Eco Glamping FANCY A HOLIDAY IMMERSED IN NATURE, BUT NOT READY TO GIVE UP HOME COMFORTS? THESE LUXURY CAMPING DESTINATIONS MIGHT JUST BE THE PERFECT COMPROMISE…
FEN END FARM A small organic farm just outside of Cambridge, you are welcome to pitch your own tent among its leafy orchards or choose from a yurt, teepee or ‘Wren’ bell tent for a little more space to stretch out at night. Stargazing and campfires are greatly encouraged!
GUILDEN GATE GLAMPING Looking to create an integrated, sustainable smallholding, this camping destination puts the planet’s health at its core – while ensuring maximum relaxation with an outdoor hot tub, hammocks and even a camper van to chill out in!
THE NEST Find this getaway in Southorpe, Stamford. Kitted out with a wood-burning stove and nest-like, king-size cabin bed, these sunny, spacious lodges provide a cosy base for your alfresco adventures. Also enjoy on-site massages, open-air film nights and an outdoor hot tub.
HORSLEY HALE FARM
Experience glamping at its most luxurious in one of Horsley Hale Farm’s safari lodges, complete with fitted bathrooms and kitchens. Spend your days soaking up the surrounding meadows, take out a pedalo or go for a wild swim!
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