Afternoon tea is definitely a favourite of mine so when I was invited to Betty’s in Harrogate I was super excited! This place is nothing like the ordinary type of tea service, it is quintessentially British and one of the best in the country. We decided to spend the day in Harrogate and have a walk around the city centre before arriving at Betty’s to try out the Lady Betty Afternoon Tea, which is an amazing dining experience that has been around for nearly 100 years.
Manchester House is one of the most talked about venues in the city and this is why…it’s well known for the fine dining restaurant led by head chef Aiden Byrne but what many people don’t know is that there is another level of excitement in this venue, a very elegant lounge and bar area on the twelfth floor serving all kinds of cocktails, spirits, champagne and a selection of snacks. Each of the tables are located by the window so you can enjoy an afternoon cocktail with a fabulous panoramic view of the city!
I am sure you can tell by now that spa days are one of my favourite things to do on a weekend! A few weeks ago I visited the lovely Mottram hall to experience their spa day. Mottram Hall is Cheshire’s finest golf and leisure resort, surrounded by parkland in the glorious Cheshire countryside. It has the UK’s first Alfresco ThermoSpace which is the outdoor spa area, a relaxation room and offers a full range of beauty treatments. We began our day by the pool area which was very relaxing, first the jacuzzi and then the Brechelbath and Stonebath, two warm thermal rooms that gradually increase your body temperature. The indoor pool area has plenty of loungers so no need to leave your towel on a bed, although I can imagine the outdoor area to get quite busy in the Summer. The spa comprises 8 luxury treatment rooms including 2 double suites offering therapies to soothe and invigorate the mind and body. All the treatments use natural skincare and luxury spa brand, Espa (suitable for sensitive skin if you are wondering!)
When I got the chance to try out the new afternoon tea menu at the exclusive Lowry Hotel I was supper excited as I have a real sweet tooth and love this place! The hotel is situated on the edge of Manchester on the banks of the River Irwell. The ambience in the hotel is so relaxing and feels such a treat when visiting, you can really switch off from the outside world. I am quite the traditional type when it comes to drinking tea, but I decided to venture out and try the rosebud tea from the wide selection of teas on the menu. I was however pleasantly surprised by both the taste and the smell…fragrant and sweet at the same time. The food arrived on a three tier platter which included freshly made sandwiches, cakes, scones & pastries.
