:: Stargazing in North Yorkshire
IF THIS weekend's 50th Anniversary of the Apollo moon landing has put you in the mood for more space adventures, then a trip to Rudding Park in Harrogate may be on your agenda. The north Yorkshire hotel has announced a number of exclusive stargazing experiences which include an overnight stay, Yorkshire breakfast, access to the Roof Top Spa for ‘starbathing’. Supper will be followed by an informative and engaging Discovering Astronomy session with astronomer Richard Darn, before venturing outside to explore the night sky to explore the night sky using a high-strength telescope. Ruddingpark.co.uk
:: Recover from Electric Picnic in luxury
AFTER a weekend of camping at Electric Picnic, Ireland's largest music and arts festival, there’s nothing better than sinking into a luxurious bed with a spa treatment or two. The Heritage has the perfect post-festival pick me up for anyone attending the much-loved festival. Located just a short distance from Stradbally, The Post-Picnic Pick-Up is available to book on Monday September 2 and includes a two-hour spa experience, dinner in Arlington Restaurant and breakfast, leaving guests clean, refreshed and ready to face the real world again. Package starts from €199.
:: Ferry savings to Alton Towers & CBeebies Land
IRISH Ferries has announced savings for families looking for a bit of fun and adventure in the UK’s biggest theme park. The deal includes a return car ferry crossing from Dublin to Holyhead, two-day park passes to Alton Towers Resort and a three-night stay in the Tillington Hall Hotel, from €595 for a family of four. A two-and-a-half hour drive from Holyhead, Alton Towers has over 40 different rides and CBeebies Land, especially designed for young families with attractions including the Teletubbies Big Band Live Show and the Peter Rabbit Hippity Hop ride. Deal valid until August 15. Irishferries.com/alton.
:: Gourmet getaway in Donegal
CALLING all food enthusiasts: Donegal’s five star hotel Lough Eske Castle has launched their new Midweek Gourmet Getaway to tempt you to the north west this summer. Designed with foodies in mind, the package starts off with a tempting Floral Afternoon Tea for two in one of the castles' regal drawing rooms. The two-night package also features a three-course meal at Cedars restaurant, complimentary use of leisure facilities and 20 per cent off pre-booked spa treatments.
:: All prices and availability correct at the time of issue.
