March 2008 News Archive

Blackpool B&Bs: Town gains regeneration cash
Thousands of homes in Blackpool are to receive a share of £66 million as part of an extensive make-over of the town..............more

Added On 31st Mar 2008

Devon self-catering: Tourism industry 'must work together'
Hoteliers and owners of Devon self-catering accommodation should collaborate to ensure the future success of the county's tourism industry, a former tourist chief has urged..............more

Added On 31st Mar 2008

St Ives restaurateur is finalist in cocktail competition
A restaurant manager in Cornwall was a finalist in a recent nationwide cocktail competition..............more

Added On 30th Mar 2008

Blackpool B&Bs: Women happy to travel alone
More and more women travellers are opting to enjoy holidays in the peace and quiet of their own company, it has emerged..............more

Added On 30th Mar 2008

Visit 'Nation's favourite garden' in Cornwall
A Cornish tourist site has recently been called "The Nation's Favourite Garden" by BBC Gardener's World..............more

Added On 29th Mar 2008

Devon hotels: Seaside postcards 'under threat'
Campaigners are trying to boost the popularity of postcards for fear that they will soon be a thing of the past for UK tourism..............more

Added On 27th Mar 2008

Cornwall self-catering: New flights to Newquay
Travelling to self-catering accommodation in Cornwall is about to get much easier, thanks to the announcement of new flights linking the county with much of the UK..............more

Added On 26th Mar 2008

Oxford B&Bs: County of dreaming spires springs into action
People visiting Oxfordshire B&Bs over the next month will be able to get hands-on with the animals at a local farm in April..............more

Added On 26th Mar 2008

Cumbria B&Bs blossoming
Visitors to Cumbria's B&Bs this spring will no doubt be glad to know that they have timed their trip to coincide with one of the county's most breathtaking seasons..............more

Added On 25th Mar 2008

Edinburgh B&Bs: Outlook sunny north of border
A Scottish tourist chief has called on visitors to cast aside their stereotypes of the country and rediscover Scotland as a quality holiday destination..............more

Added On 25th Mar 2008

Cornwall self-catering: Rental sector 'constantly changing'
Self-catering accommodation in the UK is in a constant state of evolution as more and more holidaymakers expect a home-from-home experience on their holiday, it has been claimed..............more

Added On 17th Mar 2008

Edinburgh B&Bs: Scotland prepares for Tartan Day
Visitors to Edinburgh B&Bs at the end of March will be able to help celebrate the best bits of Scotland's heritage and culture as part of a week-long event..............more

Added On 17th Mar 2008

Blackpool B&B owners attend summer season preview
Over 600 Blackpool B&B owners and hoteliers attended a preview of acts due to perform at Blackpool Pleasure Beach this summer..............more

Added On 16th Mar 2008

Cornwall self-catering: Spring is in the air
People visiting Cornwall's self-catering holiday cottages in the next few months will find that spring is definitely in the air..............more

Added On 15th Mar 2008

Blackpool B&B: Coogan's comedy coming to the seaside
Guests staying in Blackpool B&Bs later this year should book tickets for a performance from one of the UK's best-loved comedians..............more

Added On 14th Mar 2008

Cumbria self-catering this April Fool's Day
Self-catering visitors to Cumbria at the beginning of April will be able to indulge in some real tomfoolery at a popular tourist attraction..............more

Added On 14th Mar 2008

Folk flock to Oxford B&Bs for festival
Oxford B&Bs will no doubt notice a jump in the number of visitors in April as the city plays host to a popular music event..............more

Added On 13th Mar 2008

Cornwall self-catering: Full steam ahead for Trevithick Day
People staying in Cornwall self-catering accommodation in April will be able to join locals celebrate the life and works of a Cornish pioneer..............more

Added On 13th Mar 2008

Cornwall B&B visitors ready for summer beach hols
The UK may currently be experiencing 85mph winds, storms and rain but the days are getting noticeably longer, meaning only one thing - summer beach holidays in Cornwall are just around the corner..............more

Added On 12th Mar 2008

Cumbria B&Bs: Parents lack 'quality time' together
Nearly seven out of ten of parents say they wish they could take their other half away for a romantic break to spend some precious quality time together, a new poll claims..............more

Added On 12th Mar 2008

Edinburgh brimming with attractions for B&B guests
People living in the UK should not forget the vast number of holiday options available to them on their doorstep, the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (Alva) has said..............more

Added On 11th Mar 2008

Western Lake District the place to Bee&Bee
Cumbria's B&B accommodation really has a buzz to it this Easter..............more

Added On 11th Mar 2008

Blackpool B&Bs enjoy growth from low-cost carriers
Demand for Blackpool B&Bs has been fuelled in recent years by the numerous low-cost airlines flying into the UK's smaller airports, it has been claimed..............more

Added On 10th Mar 2008

Walk straight into Edinburgh B&Bs
Fans of the great outdoors who are looking to spend time in one of Edinburgh's B&Bs this Easter should get their hands on a new guide to the best walks in Scotland..............more

Added On 10th Mar 2008

Head down to Devon B&Bs this Easter
Children heading to Devon B&Bs with their parents this Easter have been challenged to hunt out more than 65,000 eggs hidden across the region..............more

Added On 9th Mar 2008

Cumbria self-catering guests set for an 'eggs-tra' special Easter
Visitors to Cumbria's great self-catering cottages and lodges will find plenty to keep the little ones entertained this Easter - thanks to the birthday of one of the Lake District's most well-known characters..............more

Added On 8th Mar 2008

Self-catering stag and hen dos in the Lakes
Couples looking for more adventurous options when it comes to their stag and hen parties but who are on a tight budget should try a self catering break in Cumbria. .............more

Added On 7th Mar 2008

Edinburgh B&Bs in demand as city back on top of party league
The Scottish capital has regained its title as one of the best cities in the world to see in the New Year, visitors to Edinburgh B&Bs will be glad to know..............more

Added On 6th Mar 2008

North Cornwall: Packed full of attractions for self-catering guests
With its beautiful sandy coastline and a history firmly rooted in Arthurian legend, north Cornwall offers something for everyone this summer..............more

Added On 6th Mar 2008

Devon festival-goers 'warm up in B&Bs'
The UK's thriving music festival scene is about to kick off for another year and visitors to B&Bs in the south-west this summer are being reminded how to equip themselves properly to ensure their trip goes without a hitch..............more

Added On 5th Mar 2008

Head to Oxfordshire B&Bs for a cracking Easter
There's plenty going on at Blenheim Palace this Easter for all the family to enjoy, as visitors to Oxfordshire's B&Bs will find out..............more

Added On 5th Mar 2008

Self-catering guests to Cornwall Mesmear-ised this summer
Visitors looking for original and funky self-catering accommodation in Cornwall this summer should check out Mesmear..............more

Added On 4th Mar 2008

Boys' Edinburgh B&B breaks 'shaken not stirred'
People heading to Edinburgh B&Bs for a boys' weekend will soon be able to impress the ladies with their cocktail-making skills thanks to a new workshop..............more

Added On 4th Mar 2008

Large families love Devon self-catering accommodation
Big broods will love the host of self-catering options available in Devon this summer..............more

Added On 3rd Mar 2008

Going green by staying at home: Cornwall self-catering for the eco-conscious
Self-catering and bed and breakfast accommodation in the UK is experiencing a boost from Britons concerned about the environmental impact of holidays abroad, it has been claimed..............more

Added On 3rd Mar 2008

Spend Easter in a Devon self-catering cottage
People looking for a relaxing spring break should look no further than Devon's multitude of self-catering cottages this Easter..............more

Added On 2nd Mar 2008

Cumbria self-catering guests 'should get snappy'
Visitors to self-catering accommodation in Cumbria are being urged to take part in a competition to capture the beauty of the Lakeland fells on film..............more

Added On 1st Mar 2008

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