By Liz Coggins on September 3, 2019
Food & Drink
Arts in Call Lane is one of the city’s hidden gastronomic gems! One of the first independent restaurants in the city it has gone from strength to strength and now boasts new owners, a new name – now referred to Arts not Arts Café and a new head chef – Simon Turner. Arts has also […]
By Liz Coggins on August 13, 2019
Travel
Nothing can prepare even the most seasoned traveller for the magnificent view that suddenly appears before your very eyes as you drive through the stone gated pillars of The Atlantic Hotel. Set in six acres of private fragrant gardens and manicured lawns its uninterrupted views of the Atlantic Ocean will simply blow you away. The […]
By Liz Coggins on July 11, 2019
Travel
On the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, only two and a half miles from the beach, in the village of Scalby, is one of Scarborough’s best kept secrets. Set in acres of landscaped grounds with stunning views across the countryside Wrea Head Hall is the jewel in the crown of Scarborough’s hotels. […]
By Liz Coggins on June 25, 2019
Uncategorized
In the leafy village of Lindley, next to the parish church is one of the area’s hidden gems. The Manor House, a Georgian Grade 2 listed building, originally known as Fieldhead was the former home of mill owner and philanthropist James Sykes until 1942 when it became a children’s home. In the years that followed, […]
By Liz Coggins on November 20, 2018
Travel
Your first glimpse of Seaham Hall will take your breath away. As you make your way up the drive to this white former Georgian mansion there’s an air of peace and tranquillity interrupted only by the gentle noise of the sea. Enter this haven of luxury, classical elegance and old world charm and be ready […]
By Liz Coggins on October 17, 2018
Travel
Even before you enter the Langham Hotel there’s an impending sense of grandeur and luxury as the grey morning suited doormen whisk away your luggage you can sense that your stay here is going to be like no other. Opened by The Prince of Wales in 1865, The Langham, was immediately known as Europe’s first […]
By Liz Coggins on September 4, 2018
Travel
The exterior of The North Lakes Hotel and Spa is not particularly striking but step inside the interior will take your breath away. After a multi-million pound refurbishment programme the hotel has been given a new look and with its wonderful light, welcoming and airy ambience it’s the perfect example of Cumbrian Rustic meets Scandinavian […]
By Liz Coggins on January 4, 2018
Food & Drink
Venture over the historic Leeds Bridge, where in 1888 what is thought to be the world’s first moving picture was filmed and you will find another piece of the city’s colourful history. Standing majestically on a corner, The Adelphi pub is a true testament to late Victorian architecture. Enter, what can only be termed as […]
By Liz Coggins on March 24, 2016
Theatre
Approaching 40 years of age this grand old lady of musical theatre has had a massive facelift turning it from a rather tired entity into a fresh and vibrant show full of infectious energy and vitality. It’s musical score embraces some of the best loved songs that have been revamped ingeniously and cleverly wrapped around […]
By Liz Coggins on February 16, 2016
Past Events
The Legacy of Taste, the authority on Chinese food, has launched its 9th annual search to find the UK’s best Chinese restaurants and the competition is now open for people in Leeds to nominate their favourite eatery. The Legacy of Taste Pagoda Awards are open to all types of Chinese restaurants, whether independent, part of […]