RSViP OUT & ABOUT

August Moon Tea located in a tiny penthouse hidden gem of an oasis in the heart of Hockley, Nottingham provides you with the opportunity to experience an ancient ritual practice, traditional Chinese tea ceremony. 

When one of the most prestigious spa hotels in Scotland invited me to spend the weekend with them over the Christmas period, I couldn’t refuse.

Motorpoint Arena’s previously known Platinum Suite situated on level 4, has recently undergone an exciting transformation, taking itself from a generic conference suite to a vibrant and stylish bar/restaurant aptly named ‘Spotlight’, open for all events, Nottingham Panther’s games and also available for private hire…

Described as the ‘jewel in their crown’, Birchover Residences’ most recent development located in the heart of West Bridgford, Nottingham was refurbished and opened in May 2017.

Located on the edge of Nottingham’s Park Estate, notably one of the most affluent areas of the city, the recently refurbished Juniper Court offers a home from home stay in their luxury self-catered apartments…

Prestigious Nottingham hotel and restaurant Harts recently celebrated their 20th anniversary year and with the success of two previous tasting menus on top of being awarded two AA rosettes for culinary excellence, a third menu was inevitable.

Eastwood Hall, located just off junction 26 of the M1, Nottingham is a popular wedding and events venue, though I recently discovered isn’t just available for special occasions, but also has extensive conference facilities, a spa, restaurant and several hotel rooms.  I recently went to investigate…

Crowne Plaza Hotel in the city centre of Nottingham has long been a popular stay for the likes of business folk passing through, guests of events and party nights and those looking for a city escape with great spa facilities and with the recent refurbishment guests will not be disappointed…

Recently I had the pleasure of visiting the spectacular newly built conference centre and hotel complete with on-site restaurant,  situated on the Jubilee campus of the University of Nottingham.

This weekend I had the pleasure of visiting Italian restaurant Gusto in West Bridgford.  A relatively new arrival to Nottingham that I have heard nothing but good things about and having visited for dinner at Christmas time, where I was able to appreciate the stylish, contemporary yet cosy interior, I was looking forward to sampling their newly anticipated brunch menu beneath the fairy lit olive tree…

As a self-confessed, not by any means expert but enthusiastic yogi, I have practised yoga for many years- different types, different classes, different teachers and have enjoyed all experiences, as I find it really helps me to calm my mind and tones my body at the same time- win win!

The Ye Old Bell have built a brand new spa on the grounds adjacent to their famous hotel and restaurant in the quaint village of Barnby Moor, Retford.  Opening its door to the public in June this year, the spa has a fantastic look from the outside- modern, stylish and pretty big.