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Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery
Bombay Sapphire Distillery opened its doors at Laverstoke Mill in 2014 and offers a Discovery Experience.
Read ArticleFarnborough Airshow
Taking place every two years, the Farnborough International Airshow is one of the most iconic events in Hampshire.
Read ArticleWeybrook Park Golf Club
Weybrook Park boasts having had two US Open Golf Champions and one winning Ryder Cup Captain play there since its opening in 1997.
Read ArticleExplore Hampshire
Whether you are a nature lover or city goer, Hampshire offers the best of both worlds, with tons of things to do – and Audley’s Wood Hotel can help you plan your perfect getaway.
Read ArticleChristmas Gift Vouchers
From culinary dining experiences, to an idyllic overnight getaway or relaxing spa day, Hand Picked Hotels can offer a truly original Christmas gift with its range of vouchers.
Read ArticleAchieving the Dream Wedding on a Budget
There are plenty of ways to cut down on your costs when planning a wedding and still have a relaxed, fun and perfect day, as Tara and Steve Purchell discovered at Audleys Wood Hotel, Basingstoke.
Read ArticleIn the kitchen with Head Chef Mark Burton
Meet the head chef at Audleys Wood Hotel Mark Burton, who loves working with regional flavours and seasonal ingredients to create elegant, tasty dishes.
Read ArticleHistory of Audleys Wood Hotel
Described as a Neo Gothic Renaissance mansion, the building is known to have existed since February 5 1880, when the first occupiers were Thomas and Rachel Pain, the former being a director of the bloodstock auctioneers Messrs Tattersalls.
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