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Book It: four fabulous hotels for a UK staycation

Never mind flight costs and faff – there’s an amazing holiday waiting for you far closer to home. 

The Goring, London

Best for: a royal experience

A corgi-trot from Buckingham Palace, it’s not just ease of commute that makes this hotel a favourite of the Queen. Tradition, splendid service and sheer comfort run through the silk-lined walls of this family-run icon. Choose a luxe room overlooking the gardens, and indulge in afternoon tea in the chic Bar & Lounge

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Hambleton Hall, Rutland

Best for: timeless elegance

This former Victorian hunting lodge is a model of hospitality. Chef Aaron Patterson’s Michelin-starred food will delight discerning diners and there’s an enviable wine list. Stay in a chic room in the main house or in the Croquet Suite cottage in the lush grounds.

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The Grange Hotel, York

Best for: modern Victorian charm

Five minutes from the grand York Minster and castle area, this Regency townhouse has an eclectic, classic-meetscontemporary vibe (think rare racing memorabilia amid violet velvet armchairs), with luxe touches for utility and ease.

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The Pig at Combe, Devon

Best for: challenging tradition

Swap formality for fun in this beautifully restored Elizabethan house in the Otter Valley. Sip cocktails in the Great Hall, cosy up next to a roaring fire or enjoy treatments in the Potting Shed spa rooms.

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