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Discover Surrey
There are plenty of things to do in Surrey and Woodlands Park Hotel is well located to explore this county’s gems from its thriving market towns and picture postcard villages, to its ancient woodland and glorious gardens.
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A Spring Celebration at Nutfield Priory
This May wedding at Nutfield Priory in Surrey was filled with sunshine, love and laughter and the couple will be back for years to come to celebrate.
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We Talk British Dining with Hand Picked Hotels' Group Executive Head Chef
Group Executive Head Chef, Matthew Ashton, has been working closely with Head Chefs from each hotel to create the latest seasonal menus. He tells us a bit about winter dishes at Hand Picked Hotels.
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Explore Somewhere New
Make this your year to discover somewhere new. Enjoy the fresh-faced feeling of a day in the countryside or explore one of the UK's beautiful cities.
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Recipe of the month: Superfoods Detox Smoothie
With the help of our Executive Head Chef Andrew Soddy, learn how to create a Superfoods Detox Smoothie at L'Horizon Beach Hotel & Spa.
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The Top Things to Tick Off Your Wedding Venue Checklist
From which questions to ask a wedding venue to what to expect, this month we explore how to choose your perfect wedding venue.
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Why the steam room will help you relax, cleanse and detox
One of the best ways to support your body in its attempt to cleanse and detox is with regular sessions in the steam room.
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A refreshing change of scenery
Spend a night away with Hand Picked Hotels and unwind in an ideal setting, one which you will leave feeling refreshed and revitalised.
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How to throw a medieval wedding
If you are looking to emulate medieval traditions to give your ceremony and reception its own distinctive charm, Mandy and Mick’s wedding should provide plenty of ideas.
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Why wellness should be at the top of your event agenda
Lesley Bacon, our award winning Group Health Club and Spa Manager gives us her top tips on one of the industry’s latest buzz-words.
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