Selous Game Reserve is the largest wildlife controlled area in Africa, covering fifty five thousand square kilometres, which is comparable to the size of Switzerland. As such Selous can justifiably claim to offer unparalleled wilderness and an amazing safari destination.
The spectrum of wildlife here is diverse, all the more interesting because its southern location attracts [...]

Ambleside is a very popular and picturesque town situated at the heart of the Lake District National Park, close to the shores of Lake Windermere, which is England’s largest lake. Ambleside itself has become a major tourist resort and one of the most popular bases for exploring the Lake District with an array of excellent [...]

Since The Borrowdale Hotel was bought in March by Lake District Hotels, some of the bedrooms have already been refurbished. Now a more noticeable transformation is about to take place under the watchful eye of Stephen Wilcock who moves from The Lodore Falls Hotel to take up his first role as General Manager.
Stephen Wilcock was [...]

Saadani Game Reserve was gazetted in 1964, covering an area of some 250 sq km from the Wami River in the south to the Mligaji River in the north, with the Moshi railway line as the western boundary.
In 2003 Saadani was upgraded to become Tanzania’s latest National Park under the direction of TANAPA (Tanzania National [...]

Christmas in the Lake District has been a popular choice for couples and families for some years now. Escaping from all the expense and stress of organising presents and the Christmas lunch. The beautiful scenery is so enticing in the winter months and the festive season. Now the Lake District is being a hot spot [...]

Sarah and Alan Ayres, proprietors of Woodlands in Windermere, are pleased to announce the award of a fifth star by the AA, which has been awarded for their exceptional standards of quality guest accommodation and service.
Woodlands Hotel in Windermere is a handsome Edwardian Villa situated between the villages of Windermere and Bowness in Cumbria [...]

Combining a spa treatment with a holiday or weekend away is becoming more and more popular. With the stresses of work and family life, the ability for total relaxation and making the most out of a much deserved weekend break is a must. Spa’s located within Lake District hotels are the most convenient and give [...]

Windermere in the English Lake District is the longest natural lake in England. Set in the middle of some of the most beautiful scenery in the country, Windermere and its surrounding areas have been a favoured holiday destination since 1847. Windermere the lake is 10.5 miles long and ranges from a quarter of a mile [...]

The name “Ullswater” is believed to have come from an early Viking settler but due to a stone circle called The Cockpit at Barton Fell, some say it could have been earlier. The valley has many farms which is now the main economy of the area along with tourism. Some of the farms which are [...]

Heads In Beds is your one stop accommodation resource from Gary Lowthian. Recommendations on great value accommodation across the north and east of England.
Having worked with many tourism, leisure and hospitality businesses to help improve their profitability, I thought it was high time that I pulled together a website highlighting the ones I really enjoyed [...]

There are many hotels in the Lake District and many beautiful areas making the choice of where to stay endless. One of the most popular areas in the Lake District is Keswick and the Borrowdale Valley. Not only is the scenery and the nearby lake, Derwentwater giving spectacular views, but the fells are some of [...]

It has been thought in the past that staying in hotels with children is a bad idea, not places geared up for children. Parents however, want a bit of luxury and do not always want to camp or go self catering. Times are changing and hoteliers are waking up to the idea that families are [...]

Willowford is a 100-acre farm, currently converting to the organic standards of the Soil Association. The farm carries a flock of Swaledale ewes that produce prime lamb, two dozen chickens for eggs and some Ayrshire cows from the dairy herd of neighbouring Slack House Organic Farm. They also have a hive of bees, numerous cats [...]

Archangelos Guest House offers a choice of quality Bolton bed and breakfast and Bolton self catering accommodation with unparalleled quality and value. Just a few minutes from the motorway, and within easy reach of the Reebok Stadium, Middlebrook Retail and Leisure complex and the Trafford Centre in Manchester, there is no better place to stay.
Whether [...]

Ambleside Lodge offers high quality Lake District bed and breakfast accommodation situated in Ambleside at the heart of the Lake District, just a two minute walk from the town centre and about five minutes walk to Lake Windermere.
This former Gentleman’s residence originally built circa 1875 has been beautifully restored and tastefully decorated and it [...]