PoB Hotels’ Itineraries Uncover The Very Best Of Britain

Northbound Wellness

8 nights – 5 hotels – 9 attractions

From yoga to reconnecting with nature, whatever wellness means to you, a standout example of PoB’s Breaks is the Northbound Wellness itinerary. Taking you from spa sanctuary Rockliffe Hall to remote wild swimming in Yorkshire, and then onwards into the timeless beauty of the Lakes, expect to be nurtured and invigorated in equal measure.

After Rockliffe, journey into the castle-filled heart of County Durham before journeying to the coast to enjoy hilltop Seaham Hall. Then it’s over to Maften Hall to begin your journey into the Lakes; think waterside strolls, natural infinity pools, and even a little retail therapy before checking into Armathwaite Hall with its dramatic views and 400 acres of woodland. After more Lakes explorations, end your rejuvenating journey with some indulgence at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House where the Michelin starred restaurant offers true indulgence.

Cotswolds Allure

10 nights – 6 hotels – 13 attractions

Another favourite is the Cotswolds Allure itinerary which is equally popular among staycationers and visitors from across the globe thanks to the region’s famous postcard-perfect beauty. This 10 night journey takes in iconic villages like Castle Combe, garden treasures at Westonbirt Arboretum, and peaceful stays at Calcot & Spa, Whatley Manor and The Painswick.

But it all starts on the fringes at Homewood Hotel & Spa, straddling Wiltshire and Somerset with endless views of rolling hills. Then its onto Britain’s original wellness destination, Bath, to soak up the ancient Roman Baths, the Georgian architecture and the understated opulence of The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa.

Next Tetbury, the Stroud valleys, Palladian country hotels, Cirencester, farmers’ markets, the Coln Valley and Cheltenham await. End on a high with a journey to Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare, with its historic building, thriving town, pretty River Avon and world-famous theatre, resting your head at peaceful manor house Mallory Court.

Dales, Lakes & Alba

8 nights – 4 hotels – 11 attractions

Spanning the Yorkshire Dales to the southern coast of Scotland, PoB’s Dales, Lakes and Alba break really absorbs the best of Britain’s natural beauty. You will start at Yorebridge House in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, rambling across the Wensleydale hills and plunging into secluded wild swimming spots before moving onto stop two, Armathwaite Hall. Surrounded by 400 acres of woodland, this is a literature lover’s dream: both William Wordsworth’s family’s home Rydal Mount and Beatrix Potter’s ‘Hill Top’ farmhouse are nearby, while exploring Windermere and Buttermere by boat may inspire you enough to pen your own Romantic poem.

Then it’s up to Farlam Hall, close to the ancient Hadrian’s Wall, before you cross the border into Scotland to experience the breathtaking seascapes of the South West Coastal 300, using the fairytale Glenapp Castle as your base.

From tourists visiting the UK for the very first time to locals looking to engage with the history thrumming all around them, this break is perfect for adventurers, history nuts and literature lovers alike.

Hedonist’s Dream

8 nights – 3 hotels – 4 attractions

City, country and even beach: this food-centric escape begins in the capital and traverses the South East’s very best culinary experiences. Start in one of three of PoB’s opulent London addresses – The Athenaeum in the heart of Mayfair, Knightbridge’s The Capital Hotel or elegant The Hari in Belgravia – before plunging into the city’s vast epicurean landscape.

Then we are off to the Sussex countryside, where castles, wealds and windmills pair delectably well with the country’s finest winemakers. Stay at Gravetye Manor to sample the Michelin-starred delights harvested from the hotel grounds, before hopping across to Jersey to check into The Atlantic Hotel. This island is famed for its winding lanes, rolling valleys and golden beaches – as well as its nutty potatoes, wild Atlantic fish and abundant oysters. Take a stroll, learn to surf, and conclude your escape in sumptuous summery style.

Just The Ticket

6 nights – 3 hotels

Train travel fanatics, the eco-conscious or anyone who just hates traffic jams should check out PoB’s Just the Ticket break, curated in partnership with Lumo. After a few nights in London (where you can choose between The Hari, The Athenaeum Hotel and The Capital Hotel), glide along the East Coast Mainland, glimpsing coast and countryside as you zoom up to Northumberland on one of Lumo’s sleek electric trains. Here you have the choice of the North’s loveliest countryside hotels: Maften Hall with its 300 acres of parkland; Farlam Hall renowned for its culinary excellence; or Seaham Hall with its fresh sea air.

Then step back aboard Lumo to venture further north and into Scotland, where Edinburgh boasts historic gems, volcanic crags and two of the nation’s most unique hotels. Hidden in a pocket of parkland just moments from the city centre, Prestonfield House is a characterful bolthole, while Fingal is an elegant floating hotel in the port of Leith.