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The UK’s Best Viewing Hotspots for the Northern Lights

22 November 2024

Witnessing the Northern Lights is a serious bucket-list item: one that used to require expensive trips to the coldest, darkest end of the earth. However, in recent times it’s been possible for some of us...

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Introducing Jersey Heritage – captivating, historic retreats with unique stories to tell

4 November 2024

Jersey Heritage is a charity whose mission is to preserve and share the Island’s unique culture, through maintaining its major historic sites, museums, and public archives. As such, each Jersey Heritage let is unique and...

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Uniquely Magical Stays with Availability for Christmas and New Year – Part Two

1 November 2024

It’s time for Part Two of our Host Unusual retreats with festive availability! (If you missed Part One and you’ve got a particular penchant for coastal or countryside stays, click here). These twinkling Christmas stars...

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End 2024 in Style! Unique Stays with Availability for Christmas and New Year – Part One

29 October 2024

The beginning of winter can herald a strong sense of déjà vu. Days get shorter, shops heave with seasonal goodies, and people start asking where you’ll be spending Christmas. While it’s easy to slip into...

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Unique European City Retreats for Christmas Markets and Winter Fun

24 October 2024

There’s nothing quite like a European city break for submerging your soul in sparkling seasonal cheer. For one thing, the choice of cities is as diverse and exciting as a Christmas selection box. European destinations...

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Meet the Owners: The Control Tower B&B, Norfolk

18 October 2024

Meet Claire and Nigel, the owners of The Control Tower B&B. We spoke to Claire to find out what it's like to run this fantastic piece history in stunning North Norfolk! What made you choose...

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New to Host Unusual: The World’s First Passivhaus Church Conversion, Whole-Hire Country Pubs, Scenic Gems with Stargazing Hot Tubs, and More!

17 October 2024

Rather excitingly, our newest retreats at Host Unusual include a world-first – a jaw-dropping Net Zero conversion of a 19th century church. Set close to Hadrian’s Wall in rural Northumberland, the sumptuous three-bedroom retreat is...

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Host Unusual Stays as seen on Mortimer and Whitehouse: Gone Fishing

8 October 2024

Nominated for several BAFTAs since its first airing in 2018, Mortimer and Whitehouse: Gone Fishing is a popular TV show, in which much loved comedians Bob Mortimer and Paul Whitehouse while away some time by...

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Our Best Stays for Enjoying the Colours of Autumn

7 October 2024

Does any season offer a wider colour palette than autumn? There's nothing quite like taking a stroll through carpets of crisp, vibrant leaves, breathing in that invigorating October air. Meanwhile, orchards heave with plump red-and-green...

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Pumpkin Spice and All Things (Not) Nice: Hallowe’en-Themed Breaks to Chill Your Spine and Thrill Your Mind!

30 September 2024

It’s the most spookiest time of the year…. yes, Hallowe’en is almost upon us! And if you’ve been thinking about pulling out all the stops, you wouldn’t be the only one. These days, Hallowe’en isn’t...

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Quiet Havens for Pets (And Their Owners!) on Bonfire Night

26 September 2024

"Remember, remember the fifth of November..." When John Milton wrote those iconic words back in 1626, he implored the British public never to forget the anniversary of the failed Gunpowder Plot. But these days, the...

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Ranked: The Best Destinations for Winter Sun, From Hottest to Coolest!

25 September 2024

The changing of the seasons also herald a change in the weather. As we shift from summer to autumn in the UK, we can look forward to shorter days, rustling carpets of leaves, and cool,...

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Our Favourite ‘Outside-In’ Retreats For All-Weather Holiday Fun

19 September 2024

We know what you might be thinking. What’s an ‘outside-in’ retreat, exactly? It’s the kind of holiday you’ll book regardless of the weather – because you know there’ll be plenty to do whether you’re outside...

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The UK’s Best Viewing Hotspots for the Northern Lights

Introducing Jersey Heritage – captivating, historic retreats with unique stories to tell

Uniquely Magical Stays with Availability for Christmas and New Year – Part Two

End 2024 in Style! Unique Stays with Availability for Christmas and New Year – Part One

Unique European City Retreats for Christmas Markets and Winter Fun

Meet the Owners: The Control Tower B&B, Norfolk

New to Host Unusual: The World’s First Passivhaus Church Conversion, Whole-Hire Country Pubs, Scenic Gems with Stargazing Hot Tubs, and More!

Host Unusual Stays as seen on Mortimer and Whitehouse: Gone Fishing

Our Best Stays for Enjoying the Colours of Autumn

Pumpkin Spice and All Things (Not) Nice: Hallowe’en-Themed Breaks to Chill Your Spine and Thrill Your Mind!

Quiet Havens for Pets (And Their Owners!) on Bonfire Night

Ranked: The Best Destinations for Winter Sun, From Hottest to Coolest!

Our Favourite ‘Outside-In’ Retreats For All-Weather Holiday Fun

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