The Harcourt on Harcourt Street in London’s Marylebone, has reopened with newly refreshed interiors and menus by chef-director Henry Harris, in collaboration with head chef Kimmo Makkonen. The Harcourt, which opened in 2016, was the first site from Harcourt Inns, a collection of five pubs, founded by James McCulloch. Originally… more
Royal Birmingham Ballet: Hobson’s Choice tickets are now on sale! The Birmingham Royal Ballet presents Hobson’s Choice appearing at London’s Sadler’s Wells for a strictly limited 3 performances. Hobson’s Choice is a choice which is not really a choice, a take-it-or-leave-it choice. In Edwardian Salford, there is a shoe shop… more
Brought to Life: Eliot Hodgkin Rediscovered Coach House Gallery, Waddesdon Manor 23 May – 20 October 2019 more
Every year in one of the most beautiful parts of rural South Devon on the banks of the River Dart a wonderful extravaganza of music (and other arts) takes place. Dartington International Summer School & Festival announces 2019 Concert Programme curated by Joanna MacGregor 27 July – 24 August 2019… more
The Blenheim Food Festival is a gastronomic weekend packed with engaging talks and demonstrations from celebrity and local chefs, as well as a multitude of family-friendly activities within the stunning grounds of the palace. This year’s superb line-up includes Raymond Blanc OBE (Mon 27th), Jean-Christophe Novelli (Sun 26th) and Celebrity… more
It was one of the hottest days of our 2018 summer when we headed for the Cotswolds, just north of Oxford, to have lunch at The Churchill Arms. At first we thought we had reached the Hovis village where the iconic TV advert was filmed (but that’s miles away… more
Home to the world’s most famous playwright, majestic Castles, unique heritage, great theatre, culture and glorious gardens, Shakespeare’s England offers everything for a short break. With many families having pets and preferring to take their beloved dog away with them, Shakespeare’s England also offers a range of pet-friendly places to… more
How can you pack for the journey of a lifetime? George Baxter has settled for a comfortable life, content as the years unfold predictably – until Win, his wife of twenty-six years, dies. With his loyal dog Monty by his side, George throws himself into his work as an antiques… more
If music is the food of love, then our delicious Valentine’s menu hits all the right notes. From aged sharing chateaubriand to grilled lemon sole with cucumber butter, our talented Chez Mal chefs have created a concerto of flavour to feed your passion. Treat them to a cocktail per person,… more
