Great British Fountains!

Dating back as early as the end of the 17th Century, fountains started out almost as a decorative ‘status symbol’ of the English Country House, and then with the development of the steam engine in the 19th Century, this technology allowed the imagination to flow as fountains could be designed with increasing dramatic creativity. As you plan your summer itinerary, for something different, why not include a visit to one of Britain’s splendid fountains and marvel at such a spectacle. Britain [...]

Great British Fountains!2022-07-19T12:33:02+00:00

Set the scene for the coming weeks…

To set the scene for the coming weeks, that great writer, Henry James, said he thought the two most beautiful words in the English language were ‘summer afternoon’…conjuring happy thoughts… a warm breeze, a family bike ride, a picnic in the park, a paddle in the sea, a summertime read, balmy evenings under the setting sun … With many opting to holiday closer to home, (the idea of long queues or cancelled flights not sounding so appealing!), the attraction of exploring [...]

Set the scene for the coming weeks…2022-07-12T10:01:56+00:00

Wales Coast Path celebrates 10 Year Anniversary!

Officially launched in 2012, the Wales Coast Path reaches its 10th anniversary this year and with a calendar of events set to mark this milestone, it’s a great opportunity to discover the 870 miles of coastal path. Did you know…? Wales is the only country in the world with a continuous signposted path spanning its entire coastline! It runs from Chepstow in the south to the English border near Chester in the north and links along the way with the Offa’s [...]

Wales Coast Path celebrates 10 Year Anniversary!2022-05-23T13:48:51+00:00

Time to Celebrate!

As we look forward to making plans for the weeks ahead, it seems apt to focus on a Royal theme! 2022 marks a significant historical landmark for our nation as Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II celebrates her Platinum Jubilee marking 70 years of service, with the Platinum Jubilee Central Weekend taking place from 2nd to 5th June. This extended Bank Holiday Weekend will include on 2 June, The Queen's Birthday Parade (Trooping the Colour), which sees the parade featuring 1,400 soldiers, 200 horses and 400 musicians starting from Buckingham [...]

Time to Celebrate!2022-05-03T15:18:26+00:00

2022, Celebrating The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

2022 marks a significant historical landmark for our nation as Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II celebrates her Platinum Jubilee marking 70 years of service, with the Platinum Jubilee Central Weekend taking place from 2nd to 5th June. Why not take the opportunity to visit one of Her Majesty’s official residences this summer? Windsor Castle in Berkshire, is known to be the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world! It hosts an extraordinary collection of fine works of art in the [...]

2022, Celebrating The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee2022-04-11T12:51:12+00:00

Welcome to our Spring Newsletter 2022

Spring – that magical time when Mother Nature shows her greening hand and casts it across the winter-blackened woodlands and hedgerows. The sun, as it climbs higher in the sky, is the alarm call to some of the finest countryside in the world. The crisp air sharpens the landscapes and seascapes, the moors and mountains, the lakes and rivers. So what are we waiting for? How about a morale boosting spring time break in the great British and Irish countryside? Elsewhere [...]

Welcome to our Spring Newsletter 20222022-03-02T09:21:27+00:00

A Break Away and New Horizons!

With the awakening of spring, it’s a great time to think about discovering the beautiful landscapes and culture that the UK has to offer. Symbolizing hope and new beginnings, the hardy yet delicate Snowdrop flowers between January and April – a welcome sight to brighten the winter months. The National Garden Scheme’s ‘Snowdrop Festival’ is set to take place with 100 gardens across England, Wales and Northern Ireland open throughout February inviting visitors to take the opportunity to enjoy the splendour and [...]

A Break Away and New Horizons!2022-01-31T15:09:10+00:00

2022…Looking Forward, Making Plans…

Whilst the New Year looks set to start with some challenges, it is nevertheless a time for new beginnings, a time to look forward and for making plans. A winter break has its own magic. If you are contemplating a trip away, Troustrie House B&B  in Crail, Fife has a Special Offer available in January/February for a three night stay in the superb Shellycoat Four Poster Double Room for £305 or in the Kelpie Twin Room for £285 (prices based on 2 [...]

2022…Looking Forward, Making Plans…2022-01-05T16:28:40+00:00

Countdown to the Festive Season…

As the countdown to the festive season begins, now is the time to make the most of those fabulous winter’s days…walks along the windswept beach or through the frosted woodland to that pub with its roaring fire and warming tipple! 2021 has marked another year when we have all embraced the opportunity to holiday in the UK and enjoy the amazing places on our own shores…and having been inspired, many are set to continue this voyage of discovery in 2022, be it [...]

Countdown to the Festive Season…2021-11-30T13:46:24+00:00

Take ‘Time Out’ this Winter…

As winter closes in heralding its own stark beauty, why not seize the opportunity to take a break in this fine country, whether it be a cultural city break, the peace and tranquility of a rural escape, delving into the past to explore our great historic heritage or the need to be beside the sea, there really is so much on offer. Take a look at 'Our Collections ... for your Inspiration!' It's been a difficult year for our B&Bs, adapting to changing situations [...]

Take ‘Time Out’ this Winter…2021-11-01T14:18:01+00:00

Our Collections….for your inspiration!

As the days draw in, why not plan an Autumn break away before the festivities begin?! Our superb B&Bs throughout England, Scotland and Wales have all been specially selected and personally inspected by a member of our team. Our B&B hosts would love the opportunity of welcoming you to stay with them and tell you about their area. With that in mind as you set off on your travels, we hope our ‘B&B Collections’ can help you. By popular request, we [...]

Our Collections….for your inspiration!2021-10-19T15:39:34+00:00

Visit Durham this Autumn

Durham is bidding to become UK City of Culture 2025. So with that in mind, we thought we'd take a closer look at why County Durham, in the North East of England, is an inspiring destination to be explored! Home to breathtaking scenery, picturesque villages and market towns, historic houses, ancient castles and cultural attractions, all centred on the city with its cathedral and castle adorning the skyline. With such a wealth of experiences on offer, we thought it would be [...]

Visit Durham this Autumn2021-10-06T09:22:54+00:00

Autumn is in the Air!

As summer fades there’s no denying it, the days are drawing in and before we know it, Autumn is upon us! The time of year that English poet, John Keats, describes as ‘Season of mists and mellow fruitfulness’, it’s the perfect time to put on our walking boots and enjoy the spectacular countryside! The diverse landscapes of our National Parks are particularly stunning at this time of year. Here in the UK we have no less than 15 National Parks , each [...]

Autumn is in the Air!2021-10-04T10:49:12+00:00

Take a Break…in Sussex

Planning a break away? Then Sussex could be just the ticket! A quick overview of this lesser-known area of south-east England reveals 150 km of stunning coastline and the breathtaking landscapes of the South Downs National Park. It also includes the UK’s highest chalky cliff, infamous Beachy Head! Known as ‘Beau Chef’ by the Normans, it marks the end of the South Downs Way. Sussex is steeped in history, picture Bodiam Castle near Robertsbridge, renowned for being one of the most [...]

Take a Break…in Sussex2021-10-04T09:02:42+00:00

Take time out to explore Northumberland…

Picture a magical world of ancient castles, rugged coastline and unspoilt beaches, rolling hills and meadowlands…peaceful walking trails and an abundance of wildlife…and this is just for starters! Boasting two Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty as well as the magnificent landscape of the Northumberland National Park , famously featuring The Hadrian’s Wall Path and The Pennine Way, it has to be a walker’s paradise! Stunning Bamburgh Castle perches high on a rocky plateau overlooking the coast with views to The Farne [...]

Take time out to explore Northumberland…2021-09-15T06:43:32+00:00

Great Walks this Autumn

Still hopeful that it's not too late to see some late summer sun this September, there's no denying it though, the days are drawing in and before we know it Autumn will be truly upon us! Interestingly, officially, by the meteorological calendar, the first day of Autumn is always 1 September and ends on 30 November, but generally speaking the Autumn equinox falls around 22/23 September, as defined by the Earth's orbit around the Sun. The time of year that English [...]

Great Walks this Autumn2021-09-06T09:30:42+00:00

Norfolk…definitely not just turkeys!

Norfolk has everything you need for a September get away…and it does it quietly. As they say in the home of Boudicca and Nelson, “…slow you down, boy.” Walk the Deep History Coast, between Weybourne and Happisburgh, in the footsteps left by the UK’s first ‘tourists’ nearly a million years ago. And take in the world’s biggest mammoth skeleton. On down the coast – Norfolk has 90 miles of beaches and cliffs, marshes and creeks – to Blakeney Point, home to [...]

Norfolk…definitely not just turkeys!2021-09-03T08:11:53+00:00

Plan your next break away!

Whilst the last year has proved challenging in so many ways, the Team at Bed and Breakfast Nationwide have not been resting on their laurels! We are delighted to announce the launch of our new website, which sees our superb collection of B&Bs alongside our growing selection of Self-catering accommodation. With more than 34 years of experience in the world of B&B and self-catering accommodation, you will find some of the best in England, Scotland and Wales listed on this website - each has [...]

Plan your next break away!2021-08-31T10:43:54+00:00

Take a break in the Lake District…

From England’s highest mountain to the deepest lake, the Lake District National Park has it all! Now recognised as a World Heritage Site, the beautiful Lake District has been the inspiration for writers and artists alike. With several of our superb B&Bs located in the area, providing an ideal base to explore, why not take the opportunity to discover for yourself just why the Lake District is so special. We’ve selected a few ideas from our 'Literary Heroes' to help you [...]

Take a break in the Lake District…2021-08-27T13:36:12+00:00

Flagging up Leicestershire…

A pub quiz question for you...Which English county was the only one that didn’t have an official flag until July 19…after a wait of more than 1,000 years?   Answer: Leicestershire. The red and white flag features the emblems of the de Beaumont and de Montfort families, who both held the Earldom of Leicester, and a free-running fox, representing the emblems of many of the county’s sporting clubs. Leicestershire might have been without a flag until recently, but it has always been [...]

Flagging up Leicestershire…2021-08-10T13:29:41+00:00
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