20 Aug 2012 No Comments
As August comes to a close it marks the start of a very busy time.. Wedding fayre season! Let the Lake District Hotel’s FREE wedding events inspire you as you start to plan your special day.
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16 Feb 2012 No Comments
In a romantic mood and inspired by the eHarmony.co.uk statistics making the Lake District the most romantic place to propose, the Inn on the Lake in Glenridding (on the shores of Lake Ullswater) is eager to host its first ladies balcony proposal on 29th February.
The 29th February marks the completion of the hotel’s major ground floor refurbishment – but that’s not what has got staff in a spin. It’s the fact it’s Leap Year and a chance for ladies to propose that has excited them – and they are keen to help ladies make their proposal something special. The Inn on the Lake wants to be the first to have a leap year proposal and they think with new décor and balcony bedrooms overlooking Ullswater, plus a few treats to encourage her, they may just inspire a brave lady.
Gary Wilson, General Manager of the Inn on the Lake for 12 years, has seen over a hundred and forty proposals and 1500 weddings since he became Manager and knows how to get it right. “We can provide music, champagne and chocolates and we can get the guy onto the balcony, but because tradition dictates that the 29th February is officially ‘the Ladies Privilege’ she gets to pop the question. Imagine how romantic it would be, views across the lake, candles, music playing and the love of your life proposing from the patio whilst you stand on the balcony. What man would say no!”
As a gesture to support nervous ladies, Gary and his team are offering a ‘Ladies Privilege Pack’ – providing the music, champagne and a romantic dinner for free – just as long as they hear the proposal from the patio. And if they end up booking the hotel for their wedding, they will be treated to the honeymoon suite free of charge.
To mark the end of the refurbishment work, and to entice the couple to the hotel for 29th February, there is a special offer – dinner bed and breakfast with a second night bed and breakfast free from only £114pp. If the lady asks the hotel to help propose, they get the second night’s dinner free too.
The Ladies Privilege allowing ladies to propose on 29th February is a tradition that dates back to the 5th century when St Bridget complained to St Patrick that ladies had to wait too long for a proposal. St Patrick said yearning females could propose but only on one day in February every four years and named it ‘The Ladies’ Privilege’.
To book a Ladies Privilege Break and organise a proposal, contact Gary Wilson at Inn on the Lake on 017684 82444. For more details about the Inn on the Lake visit www.lakedistricthotels.net/innonthelake
For many centuries in English law the 29th February had no legal status, it wasn’t until 1288 was the first legally documented occasion whenScotland passed a law that allowed women to propose marriage to the man of their choice in that year. They also made it law that any man who declined a proposal in a leap year must pay a fine. The fine could range from a kiss to payment for a silk dress or a pair of gloves.
Lake District Hotels Limited is owned and run by the Graves family in Cumbria. The family have created the largest group of independent hotels in Cumbria. There are six hotels in the group – as well as the Inn on the Lake at Glenridding, there are the Borrowdale Hotel and the Lodore Falls Hotel in Borrowdale, the Kings Arms Hotel and the Skiddaw Hotel in Keswick and theGeorgeHotel in Penrith.
07 Apr 2011 No Comments
Choosing your dream wedding venue is undoubtedly one of the biggest decisions when planning your big day. Not only should it set the scene, it must also provide a fabulous backdrop for pictures and the lifetime of memories you will treasure. Insight would therefore like to recommend our dream venue The Lodore Falls Hotel …
For over 200 years, the Lodore Falls Hotel has been nestled at the heart of the Borrowdale Valley in the Lake District – officially recognised as the UK’s most romantic destination.
Perfect for pictures
There could be no finer place for a romantic break or a wedding celebration, with over 40 acres of grounds that include its very own waterfall, a pack horse bridge as well as perfectly manicured award-winning gardens and frontage to Lake Derwentwater. You could even arrive in style on the launch which calls at the jetty.
The Lodore Falls Hotel has much to offer – and with a choice of four function suites brides can have a small intimate ceremony, or a much larger, grander affair catering for up to 130 guests for the wedding and 150 guests for evening receptions. There are lounges with lake views, cosy fireside lounges and a fantastic setting for dinner in their Lake View restaurant which serves creative, locally sourced dishes.
Feature bedrooms
The 69 beautifully appointed bedrooms are designed with comfort and luxury in mind and most overlook the river, mountains or lake. You can of course have the honeymoon suite, together with a champagne breakfast to see in your first day of married life! Other feature rooms are unique in their own right – especially the pretty Tower Room, which has a 180 degree spectacular view of lake and mountains and a romantic roll top bath. It is a popular choice for newlyweds.
SPA and Beauty treatments
Relax in the Falls Health & Beauty – a beauty salon and spa with leisure facilities that make it ideal for pre wedding pampering. There are numerous treatments and packages that cater for girly pampering as well as de-stressing massages to combat any last minute nerves and stresses! And for the men, the Turkish wet shave is a must.
The ultimate experience in luxurious relaxation comes in the form of an outdoor hot tub, complete with lake views – perfect for unwinding before or after the big day itself.
Personal attention
Whatever the season, every effort will be made to ensure your big day is magical; a red carpet, toast master, magicians, bands and live entertainment, every detail can be catered for. And because your wedding breakfast is so important, the hotel’s head chef of 20 years will tailor your menu to your exact requirements.
Enjoy a Lake District break
Even if you aren’t planning a Lake District wedding, you can still enjoy the splendour of the Lodore Falls Hotel. It’s very family friendly and you can experience an array of activities during your stay, from active adventure to the simply relaxation of a romantic weekend away. One thing is for sure, the infamous afternoon tea with a glass of bubbly is not to be missed!
Visit www.lakedistricthotels.net for more information, including a detailed wedding brochure on 017687 77285
14 Mar 2011 No Comments
The Lake District Hotel Group provides a unique selection of six family owned hotels in the Lake District from a traditional coaching inn to luxury hotels on the lakeshore. Each offers fine food, superb cuisine, excellent facilities and the warmest Lake District welcome.03 Mar 2011 No Comments
Fells aflutter with bluebells, hosts of golden daffodils, where could be more romantic than the Lake District in spring. Poets and princes alike love Lakeland for its inspiration and natural beauty – making it the perfect place for a break.
The Lake District Hotel Group provides a unique selection of six family owned hotels in the Lake District from a traditional coaching inn to luxury lakeshore hotels. Each offers fine cuisine, excellent facilities and the warmest Lake District welcome.
Drive along the shores of Ullswater and soak up the scenery before enjoying a quintessentially English afternoon tea at ‘Inn on the Lake’. Travel to the Borrowdale Valley to climb Cat Bells made famous by the Tales of Miss Tiggywinkle, then stop for a bar meal and taste of real ale at the Borrowdale Hotel.
Keswick is England’s walking capitol, with a host of ‘Wainwrights’ on the doorstep and is still a favourite for the less energetic with Victorian parks and lakeside ambles. Central to life in this pretty market town is the Skiddaw Hotel, perfectly located and serving delicious food all day – like the Bradder’s Brunch made famous by Julia Bradbury. Next door is the Kings Arms, a 17th century coaching inn that has welcomed visitors with a great pint and hearty food for over 400 years. It would be hard to find anywhere more welcoming.
Local producers are key - Food is a very important ingredient to life in the lakes and the chefs at Lake District Hotels firmly believe in the ‘buy local, cook local’ ethos. You are guaranteed to be served the best that Lakeland Producers have to offer, whether fine dining in the Lake View restaurant at the Lodore Falls Hotel, or taking lunch in the lounge of Penrith’s historic George Hotel.
The secret to sleep – this hotel group holds the key to restful sleep: stunning bedrooms, views to admire and mattresses fit for a princess. Take advantage of this special readers offer and find out for yourself.
‘ROYAL BREAK’ – Enjoy a ‘Royal Wedding Break’ at any of the Lake District Hotels: 2 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, a Prince William and Kate Afternoon Tea plus a Royal Blue Cocktail before dinner from £122pp. Quote ROYAL BLOG when booking. Explore all six hotels at www.lakedistricthotels.net
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