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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted. A fab place to spend a day
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Decorate your own tableware at Emma Bridgwater Decorating Studio. A great way to spend a morning
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Lovely are they yours xxxx
Ah, the smell of wild garlic!
As is our want, we went for a cycle along the canal, visiting no less than three eateries on the way.
Staffordshire. It's lovely 😊
Love your new friend xxx
We love it when we get a review from guests that really 'get' what we're trying to do 🙂
The owners of The Laurels have perfected the Bed and Breakfast.
Every review you will read about The Laurels will rave about the owners and their stunning property, the wonderful views on offer, the "to die for" breakfast and the excellent rooms available at a very reasonable cost. All of which are fully justified. However, what stood out more than anything for us was the experience. We travel as a couple and a family often, involving a mixture of long and short stays. This specific visit to Alton was a birthday treat for my Wife. By the time this trip came about we were both worn down from work so we needed a rollercoaster or two but more importantly to eat as much as we could and sleep for as long as possible without noise or interruption. What makes The Laurels better than the competition is that the owners understand this. The zero party policy is extremely underrated and should be the standard in every establishment. The gentleman owner we met was friendly and accommodating, seemingly on hand whenever we needed something, and you can tell the owners run a very tight ship deserving of pride. We stayed in the King Room which for us was ideal. The décor was thoughtful with an excellent choice of interior design and each room was aided by modern technology. There is a fridge in the room, so we didn't have to bring our own, and fresh milk provided in place of the god awful UHT without charge. There was an Alexa which we used constantly for music and to open/close the curtains. A QR Code provides all of the information you need for your stay which answers every question you may have upon arrival. The mini bar had a great selection of food and drink all of which was on offer at cost price. Breakfast was fresh, not greasy, and it was nice to see that allergies and vegan options were important to the owners and alternatives freely provided. The bed completely made of memory foam was divine.
Fantastic hotel we have stayed a few times and we always go back when we’re in the area xx
This is a fantastic place to stay. Nothing is too much trouble. We will be back when we are in the area xx
Well deserved I’d say. Keep up the excellent work.
It sounds like my kind of holiday. Where is the hotel please? Xx
I have stayed in that room and fully agree
Ooft what a review x
Incidentally, if you want to see what got us on TV, start reading the saga here!
The Roaches and Luds Church
Unless you've never read this blog before, you'll have heard me bang on about how much fabulous countryside there is, just minutes from our front door. To continue in that vein then, let's have a look at The Roaches. (or Les Roches as our garlic eating friends would...
Emma Bridgewater – A Rainy Day to Remember
If there's one thing you can rely on in the UK - it's the weather. Yep, you can always rely on it to mess up your plans on a regular basis. Especially when you're on holiday. I've always loved holiday-makers, in the 'hot spots' of England, wandering around in their...
Where is Alton Towers?
It's a question that's asked a surprising number of times. And probably with good reason. So where is Alton Towers? Well, the answer is probably more difficult to answer than you may imagine. Sure the official answer is Farley Ln, Alton, Stoke-on-Trent ST10 4DB, but...
The Best Alton Towers Hack for Parents
If you've been to Alton Towers before, you've probably got your own hacks that work for you. If you've never been before don't forget to have a look at our top tips first. Picture the situation, if you will. You've arrived at Alton Towers with little Jonny who,...
EV Charger Near Alton Towers
With more and more people using an electric vehicle (EV) to travel long distances, the main thing you need to look for when staying overnight is the ability to charge your car. Somewhat unbelievably, at the time of writing, Alton Towers don't have an EV...
Oakamoor Village Festival
The 12th to 14th July sees the Oakamoor Festival return to our little village again this year. Murder Mystery The whole weekend's activities kick off with the ever-popular murder mystery. Song in the Key of Death will take place in the Valley Primary School followed...
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