As a best-selling and multi-prize winning author, William Dalrymple is today one of the world’s most celebrated travel writers and a commentator whose reach extends to history, biography, spirituality and mysticism in both the broadcast medium and the printed word.  His books include the highly acclaimed In Xanadu, which he wrote at the age of twenty-two, City of Djinns, The…

To celebrate National Vegetarian Week (Monday 19th to Sunday 25th May) a special deluxe, vegetarian menu is available at the Rosette Gallery Restaurant at The Swan in Lavenham, Suffolk.The Green Menu is designed for those who shun meat – but not good food. It features exotic, gourmet flavours. David Ryan, the Head Chef at The Swan, says: “Vegetarians get a…

Aberavon Beach has achieved the prestigious Blue Flag status for the first time. The flag is awarded not just for the quality of the water, but also for the quality of the facilities provided. Neath Port Talbot Council leader Derek Vaughan said water tests had confirmed the beach now met European environmental standards. This, he said, combined with massive improvements…

Welcome to the latest addition to the Bespoke Portfolio.... Fredricks Hotel, Restaurant and Spa  Individually designed & elegantly furnished, every room and suite at Fredrick’s has been conceived to provide exceptional standards of comfort. Rich fabrics, fine furnishings, luxury toiletries and personally selected artefacts, ensure you experience a truly refreshing and relaxing stay in a hotel where luxury has been…

News just in... After a fantastic response to the Swan's Great Suffolk Sausage Awards 2007 our judges awarded John Hutton Butchers of Earl Soham   the Suffolk's Champion sausage producer  2007.  Well done and congratulations to John.!