May 2008 News Archive

Cumbrian B&B: Cumbrian self-catering holidays proving popular
Cumbrian self-catering is proving a popular choice for British and foreign holidaymakers who want a more rustic experience. .............more

Added On 29th May 2008

Oxfordshire B&B: Wakestock heads to Oxfordshire
The Wakestock festival of music and sports is due to go ahead this summer in Oxfordshire which will be great news to anyone staying at an Oxfordshire B&B..............more

Added On 28th May 2008

Cornwall B&B: Bill Bailey set for Comedy Sessions
Comedy loving guests staying at a Cornwall B&B will be able to look forward to a gig by funny-man Bill Bailey when he visits the Eden Project this summer. .............more

Added On 28th May 2008

Edinburgh B&B: More private gardens potentially opening to tourists
Guests staying at an Edinburgh B&B may soon have many more private gardens to explore following the success of St Andrew's Square..............more

Added On 27th May 2008

Blackpool B&B: Colourful revamp for Blackpool B&Bs
Many Blackpool B&Bs recently received a colourful makeover ahead of the new summer season. .............more

Added On 27th May 2008

Cumbria B&B: Visitors flock for a Wordsworth picnic
Literature loving guests at a Cumbria B&B are now able to step into the world of Wordsworth and take a picnic at the poet's legendary Cumbrian home. .............more

Added On 25th May 2008

Blackpool B&B: Support grows for Blackpool casinos
Guests at a Blackpool B&B may soon be able to enjoy enhanced gambling and leisure facilities in the resort after the House of Lords was encouraged to grant Blackpool a casino license..............more

Added On 24th May 2008

Cumbria B&B: Cumbria bids for World Heritage status
People staying at a Cumbria B&B consistently enjoy the Lake District and now support is mounting to award the area with World Heritage Status..............more

Added On 23rd May 2008

Edinburgh B&B: Brazilian visitors flock to Edinburgh
Brazilian tourists are flocking in their droves to spend a short break in Edinburgh with many staying in the city's many fantastic B&Bs..............more

Added On 23rd May 2008

Cornwall B&B: Castle Rock festival announced
Cornwall's Castle Rock Festival celebrates its 20th anniversary this year and will no doubt prove a major attraction for music loving guests of a Cornwall B&B..............more

Added On 22nd May 2008

Devon B&B: Torquay Balloon attraction set for launch
Visitors staying at a Devon B&B will soon be able to take a trip into the skies when a brand new balloon ride is opened to the public. .............more

Added On 22nd May 2008

Edinburgh B&B: Barcelona to play in friendly in Edinburgh
In a football match of pure glamour, Barcelona are due to play a friendly at Hibernian this summer which will delight all sports fans staying at an Edinburgh B&B..............more

Added On 21st May 2008

Cumbria B&B: Status Quo head to Whitehaven
Rock fans staying at a Cumbria B&B will be looking forward to watching legendary group Status Quo when they arrive at Whitehaven this summer..............more

Added On 21st May 2008

Blackpool B&B: Gay Pride parade proves a big hit
Blackpool's B&Bs were at maximum capacity this weekend as in excess of 8,000 people visited the resort for gay Pride celebrations. .............more

Added On 20th May 2008

Cornwall B&B: Cornish seal sanctuary attracts the crowds
Animal-loving guests staying at a Cornwall B&B are flocking to the county's National Seal Sanctuary, which could also help to boost the local fishing economy..............more

Added On 20th May 2008

Oxfordshire B&B: Yo! Sushi comes to Oxford
A new branch of the popular Japanese restaurant Yo! Sushi has arrived in Oxford, which is good news for any food-loving guests of an Oxfordshire B&B..............more

Added On 19th May 2008

Cumbria B&B: Cumbria Blues festival set for July
Music loving guests of a Cumbria B&B will be able to enjoy a world-renowned festival of blues when it visits the county during the summer. .............more

Added On 19th May 2008

Blackpool B&B: David Essex to perform in Blackpool
All music-lovers staying at a Blackpool B&B will be able to watch David Essex in concert in May as he prepares to play the Blackpool Opera House..............more

Added On 18th May 2008

Cumbria B&B: Osprey spotting brings visitors to Cumbria
Bird-loving guests of a Cumbria B&B are flocking to see the ospreys nesting in the beautiful Western Lake District in the county. .............more

Added On 17th May 2008

Cornwall B&B: Popular Cornish restaurant puts squirrel on the menu
Food-loving guests of a Cornwall B&B can now enjoy an unusual meal of a grey squirrel pasty at a Cornish restaurant. .............more

Added On 16th May 2008

Edinburgh B&B: Jamie Oliver to drop in for Edinburgh International Television Fe
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver is due to deliver a keynote speech at this year's Edinburgh International Television Festival, which will be a treat for guests of an Edinburgh B&B. .............more

Added On 16th May 2008

Cornwall B&B: Foodies gather for Asparagus festival
Food loving guests of a Cornwall B&B will be licking their lips ahead of the Cornish Asparagus Festival due to take place this Sunday..............more

Added On 15th May 2008

Devon B&B: Two new visitors centres planned for the Jurassic Coast
Guests at a Devon B&B will soon be able to enjoy two brand new visitor centres situated on the county's Jurassic Coast.............more

Added On 15th May 2008

Edinburgh B&B: New road link to Edinburgh Airport
Stronger road links are planned to Edinburgh Airport, which will increase transport options for families staying at an Edinburgh B&B..............more

Added On 14th May 2008

Blackpool B&B: Visitors flock to restored Blackpool tram
Guests staying at a Blackpool B&B have been flocking to see a newly restored Blackpool tram, which was saved with the help of lottery funding. .............more

Added On 14th May 2008

Oxfordshire B&B: Tourism officials plan to boost Oxford visitor numbers
Oxfordshire tourism officials have commissioned a plan to encourage more people to visit one of the many fantastic Oxfordshire B&Bs. .............more

Added On 13th May 2008

Cumbria B&B: Cumbrian tourism on the up
The numbers of British people booking a holiday in Cumbria, often to stay in one of Cumbria's B&Bs, has risen by 40 per cent so far in 2008..............more

Added On 13th May 2008

Edinburgh B&B: Edinburgh Castle voted Scotland's 'best paid attraction'
Edinburgh Castle has proved a cherished place to visit for guests at an Edinburgh B&B and has now been confirmed as Scotland's most popular paid-for attraction. .............more

Added On 12th May 2008

Blackpool B&B: Visitors look forward to Illuminations 'switch on'
Guests at a Blackpool B&B this August will be looking forward to the star-studded switching on ceremony for the Blackpool Illuminations. .............more

Added On 12th May 2008

Edinburgh B&B: Look ahead to the Edinburgh film festival
A strong programme has been revealed for the Edinburgh Film Festival, which will be great news for movie-lovers planning to stay at an Edinburgh B&B. .............more

Added On 11th May 2008

Cornwall B&B: Cornish pub set for major investment
A former 16th century Cornish coaching inn is set for a refurbishment following investment of £300,000 providing another great place to visit for guests at a Cornwall B&B. .............more

Added On 9th May 2008

Oxfordshire B&B: Beloved Oxford pub set to be rebuilt
Guests at Oxfordshire B&Bs will once more be able to visit a popular Oxford pub as it is set to be rebuilt following a devastating fire last year..............more

Added On 8th May 2008

Blackpool B&B: New investment set for Blackpool Airport
People travelling to stay in a Blackpool B&B will be happy to hear that Blackpool Airport is due for major investment after it was bought by a private company..............more

Added On 8th May 2008

Cornwall B&B: Cornwall seal sanctuary welcomes new resident
The national seal sanctuary near Gweek, Cornwall has become a popular attraction for families staying at a Cornwall B&B and recently had an unexpected new arrival..............more

Added On 7th May 2008

Edinburgh B&B: New 'green' bus route link to Edinburgh
Guests staying at an Edinburgh B&B will have a more environmentally friendly way to travel out of the city as a new 'green' bus route is set to launch. .............more

Added On 7th May 2008

Blackpool B&B: Music hall matinee set for Blackpool
A regular afternoon matinee of music hall performance is planned for Blackpool which will be a real treat for nostalgic guests staying at a Blackpool B&B. .............more

Added On 6th May 2008

Cornwall B&B: Performers announced for the Eden festival
Headline acts for this year's Eden Sessions have been announced which will be great news to people planning on staying in a Cornwall B&B during June and July..............more

Added On 4th May 2008

Edinburgh B&B: Author to appear at Lothian literary talk
For all book lovers staying at an Edinburgh B&B during May, celebrated crime writer Quentin Jardine is appearing at a literary talk at that Lothian library..............more

Added On 3rd May 2008

Devon B&B: Torquay balloon ride set for launch
Guests of a Devon B&B will soon be able to take a fantastic balloon ride over the county as a new attraction is set to launch..............more

Added On 2nd May 2008

Oxfordshire B&B: Truck festival voted UK's best independent event
Oxfordshire's Truck Festival has proved a popular attraction for guests of an Oxfordshire B&B and it has now been voted the UK's best independent festival..............more

Added On 2nd May 2008

Cornwall B&B: Choir rehearses for upcoming Cornish music festival
Choral singers from all over Cornwall are coming together for a musical festival which will no doubt be well attended by families staying at Cornwall B&Bs. .............more

Added On 1st May 2008

Edinburgh pool set for multi-million pound revamp
One of Edinburgh's most historic swimming pools is to get a £5.3 million revamp which will be great news for guests staying in an Edinburgh B&B. .............more

Added On 1st May 2008

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