Tom Hall
October 30 2019
A bold statement, but one which needs stating. Yes—spa treatments as a concept are not gendered. It’s all about marketing. Traditionally marketed to women, traditionally marketed to men. Often, there’s two versions of products with different gender specific looks. Take razors for example—we’re all familiar with Gillette. They have gendered products, such as the Fusion...
Alex Walls
September 30 2019
Summer may have left its long days and warm nights behind, but nothing beats a good autumnal walk this time of year. Spectacular colour palettes, scenery and an abundance of wildlife all discoverable on foot. Check out some of our favourite autumn walks in and around Nottingham. Sherwood Forest Walk Linked to the legends of Robin Hood, Sherwood Forest is home to some of our favourite walking trails...
July 25 2019
Solo traveller holidays are all the rage with double the number of Britons travelling alone today than in 2011, according to ABTA. This is not a uniquely British phenomenon but is being seen all over the world with a recent Hostelworld report revealing that three quarters of women and two thirds of men have either gone on or are planning solo travel trips. So what is driving this enthusiasm for ...
June 24 2019
Humans have been pampering themselves for many millennia with the healing properties of thermal springs and natural mineral rich mud revered by many ancient civilisations. This means many of the world’s best known spa locations, celebrated for their natural geothermal waters or mud baths have been in use for thousands of years. Whether you believe in all the medicinal or health enhancing benefits...
May 20 2019
Karl Davison, head chef at Ye Olde Bell, on seasonal menus, food trends and why he became a chef. Karl Davison took over as head chef at Ye Olde Bell this year, bringing with him 30 years’ experience running world class kitchens all over the UK and northern France. He is now responsible for developing our seasonal menus and making them a mouth-watering reality as well as training and managing...