Mature Times - UK Breaks

In King Louis' footsteps

Wed, 15 Aug 2007 11:57:35 +0100

Drive up the long avenue towards the house and you can fondly imagine yourself accompanying former occupant Louis XVIII in his carriage, or perhaps another erstwhile resident, Gustave IV exiled King of Sweden...

Messing about on the… canal

Mon, 30 Apr 2007 13:08:24 +0100

Peer closely at a map and you’ll see an intriguing lacework of blue lines across many parts of the UK. Each one of those blue lines is a canal – many of them dating back to the dawn of the industrial revolution. Today, restored to their former glory, they represent an opportunity to enjoy one of the most marvellous of holidays… aboard a narrow boat. John Stevenson discovers the delights of a life afloat.

New breaks target the active generation

Fri, 05 Jan 2007 12:01:18 +0000

A whole series of activity breaks for adults – from learning about antiques and classic cars through to painting and our native mushrooms – have been launched by Warner Breaks. Their new “Experience Breaks” are available just for adults across all of its 13 UK properties. Hosted by some of the UK's leading experts in their field, they offer the opportunity to “try something different” as part of a relaxing short break.

Enjoy a Weekend of leisure and learning in the Cotswolds!

Wed, 20 Dec 2006 12:31:10 +0000

The Cotswolds is one of the most beautiful areas of England, known and loved by people across the world for its gently sloping hills, sleepy villages and market towns.

The 300-acre Farncombe Estate, just outside the picturesque village of Broadway, offers a fascinating range of events in stunningly beautiful surroundings with good comfort, good food and exceptionally friendly and willing service.

Feel creative? Then get writing!

Sun, 17 Dec 2006 14:39:20 +0000

Is there a budding novelist, poet or journalist within you, bursting to get out? If so, then we may be able to help. During 2007 Mature Times' editor Tony Watts will be running two specialist creative writing weekends in conjunction with Warner Breaks.

Disabled? Get a break with Vitalise

Fri, 24 Nov 2006 17:45:01 +0000

National disability charity Vitalise has launched a new programme of breaks for disabled people and carers. The accessible Centres, which are based in Cornwall, Essex, Nottingham, Southampton and Southport, are open from February to December, providing an extensive range of short breaks for disabled people in a holiday setting.

Reader offer: the ultimate in five star luxury

Mon, 20 Nov 2006 10:18:13 +0000

The St David’s Hotel & Spa on Cardiff’s waterfront, one of the world’s leading contemporary resort spas, is offering Mature Times readers the ultimate luxury retreat for their weekend break.

You and a partner can enjoy a sumptuous overnight stay at this award winning hotel with continental breakfast included, for less than half the usual rate - at just £75* per person per night.

MT readers will receive an exclusive upgrade to a Deluxe King Room, where a fresh fruit plate will be waiting for you on arrival. You are then invited to relax in the spacious, contemporary styled room, complete with marble bathrooms and a private balcony from where you can enjoy the stunning bay views and sunsets.

Where to go next Summer

Thu, 12 Oct 2006 10:21:56 +0100

Thinking of where to go next summer? The following websites provide helpful information on places to visit and events at British coastal locations: take a look to find the best of British!

A taste of history

Sun, 01 Jan 2006 12:22:08 +0000

A mid week luxury break could become a brush with history. Tony Watts samples a venue almost 600 years old and where Henry VIII once stayed.

A breath of fresh country air just on your doorstep

Sat, 21 May 2005 13:18:55 +0100

Imagine a place right on your doorstep where there are no crowds, quiet roads and some of the most spectacular scenery in Europe, where the quaint villages and bustling towns offer a warm welcome to all. We're talking Wales - at its very best.

A warm welcome in Wales

Sun, 01 May 2005 11:07:14 +0100

The small town of Mumbles lies on the edge of Swansea Bay, and has narrow back streets similar to Lynton and Lynmouth and even St Ives, but never appears to get crowded - even in the height of summer.

The Alderney alternative

Wed, 01 Sep 2004 09:57:05 +0100

It may be tiny, but Alderney really is one of the jewels in the crown of the Channel Islands.