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Quality in education
Independent schools can help pupils reach their full potential academically, and as an individual. Our advice is to do your research,...


Meet Lucy Pittaway
As the ‘UK’s Most Popular Published Artist’*, Lucy is a multi-award-winning artist, proudly running a family-owned business with...


Planning for the year ahead
I am excited for 2023. I think the reality of people wanting to spend less on luxury items will bring us back to concentrating on our...


Welcome to ELITE
Matt Craggs, Head Coach at Grantley Hall’s luxury ELITE Gym explores the benefits of some of the facilities’ state-of-the-art equipment....


Something for everyoneat The Tickled Trout
You will find The Tickled Trout Inn situated in the pretty village of Bilton in Ainsty, near Wetherby. It was a rather damp autumn...


Getting into the festive spirit at Grantley Hall
Meet one of the many friendly faces behind Grantley Hall. Join Luke Cole, Junior Assistant Bar Manager in the hotel’s iconic Norton Bar...


Relax at The Bridge
Driving up to the Bridge Hotel & Spa is a delight, it was built as a coaching inn during the 17th century, and is ideally situated in...


The most exciting time of the year
Christmas is the most exciting time of the year, especially at Mackenzies Farm Shop and Café. Having served the local community for over...


Jules B: Designer clothing store now open in Harrogate town centre
Independent fashion retailer, Jules B is thrilled to announce the opening of its new designer womenswear store in the centre of...


If you eat well you live longer. (Se mangi bene vivi a lungo)
Boston Spa has very quickly become a gastro hub with a variety of restaurants celebrating foods from around the globe. One of these...


Chilled out children
The advantages of yoga for youngsters have been proven by leading paediatricians with a staggering 31 benefits cited by independent...


Mediaeval Music comes to Leeds Minster
Most recognised for their title track to the renowned ITV series Victoria, the internationally acclaimed Mediaeval Baebes are bringing...


More than your average farm shop
As far as farm shops go, Mackenzies Farm Shop and Café offers more than most. Having served the local community for over 20 years, the...


A new Legacy at The Grand
I was rather excited to be invited to York’s new fine dining experience at The Grand Hotel. The Grand is the only 5-star hotel in the...


Bluebell Kids: Individual and independent
Bluebell is a small independent kids’ brand based in Boston Spa that makes luxury handmade dress-up items and rag dolls for little ones....


Jordans Solicitors: now on your doorstep in Wetherby!
Jordans Solicitors are delighted to announce the opening of their new office space in the town centre of Wetherby. The opening of this...


Buy Local, Buy British, Buy Well.
There has never been a more important time to buy British and support local independents. Buywell Interiors is a local fitted kitchen,...


The perfect getaway - The Ro Hotel at Bowness on Windermere
Some readers may know that this year I have a big birthday. I love to celebrate in style, several times over, with many different friends...


A fabulous stay at the Feversham Arms
I am no stranger to the pretty town of Helmsley, in the heart of North Yorkshire, or indeed The Feversham itself, so I was rather excited...


The Wensleydale Hotel - a fine family run establishment
Did you know that the magnificent castle of Middleham has the largest castle keep in the north of England and a royal heritage that once...
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