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A skip across from Cambridge, this gorgeously bedecked boutique hotel is the perfect rest stop away from the centre – and, if you want to return, it’s a mere 20-minute drive into town. A deluge of dinner options are available for your choosing; from the glasshouse dining village where you can sup under the stars, to the Mediterranean-infused courtyard bar and grill, serving tasty pizzas to keep the kids happy. Settle in to alluring and attentively furnished rooms, either in the main house, the loft, or – for a breath of fresh air – the stables. thelodgeduxford.com THE LODGE DUXFORD

The essence of opulence, this 30-year-old hotel in the heart of Cambridge blends modern elegance with bygone lavishness. Historic city-centre sights are on your doorstep; though, with a 24-hour gym and executive lounge, it will be hard to drag yourself away. “The Hilton Cambridge City Centre hotel is a welcoming, contemporary escape after a busy day exploring this charming city,” says sales manager Charlotte Braddick. “The concierge team are on hand, offering valet parking as visitors arrive and recommending the best attractions.” If you’re seeking an afternoon pit stop, it has exquisite afternoon tea. Or, to begin your evening revelry, its cocktails, often accompanied by a live pianist, could be just the tipple. hilton.com HILTON HOTEL

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LUDLOW A culinary mecca, drawing visitors for its food festival, don’t miss this spot. Eat at The Cliffe at Dinham, The Clive Arms or The Charlton Arms for sumptuous food in stunning surrounds. MARGATE Adored seaside town Margate is famous for art, but the culinary scene is also one to rival. Think Balkan bites, maritime menus and sugary cafes – check out Bottega Caruso, Dolma Bar, Sargasso, Scissortail Coffee and The Greedy Cow Cafe.

NORFOLK Just a stone’s throw away, Norfolk offers a true taste of fine dining. Sample exquisite dishes at The Gunton Arms, The Old Bank, The Ingham Swan, Socius, The Dial House and The Brasserie. SUFFOLK With its famous Food Hall showcasing the best of Suffolk’s farm produce, this nearby county is enriched by some of the UK’s best restaurants – including Bury St Edmunds’ Maison Bleue and Lavenham’s The Great House.

A direct train from Cambridge, this seaside city serves the best British fare with a twist. Find fresh fish (Murmur, The Little Fish Market), gastropubs (The Ginger Pig) and authentic Indian (Curry Leaf Cafe). LANCASTER This Northern gemmay be out the way, but it’s worth the trek. Try The Rewilding for forest feasts, The Herbarium for yoga and yummy dishes, or The Quarterhouse for hearty grub.

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