Friday 26 October 2012

Arguably the Most Famous Magistrates Court is Now a 5* Hotel!

The 5* Courthouse Hotel based just moments from Libertys Store was previously a West End Magistrates Court, arguably the most famous in the country, having played host to Keith Richards and Mick Jagger to name but a few.  The wonderful Carnaby Restaurant has a display of some of those celebrity guests visiting the Magistrates.   Now the hotel boasts of individually designed bedrooms, including former Judges' chambers now revamped into luxurious bedroom suites with a lot more lavish furnishings than probably the Judges had.

However, from the moment you enter the hotel, you know you are stepping into more than just a hotel, with its swanky reception area and lounge lobby along with its restaurants and The Hotel Bar it has not lost its former charm.  High glass ceilings with original windows and tiles and lights are still in abundance and can be clearly seen, especially in the former Magistrates Court which is now one of the hotel's restaurants.  The Judges bench in its original position along with the benches for the solicitors, clerk to the court and the jury are converted into serving areas with seats and tables to enjoy a sumptuous luncheon or dinner.   The Bar is housed in the original holding area/cells for defendants which still retain the toilets in the cells.   Although this hotel has kept a lot of its original features these have been incorporated wonderfully into the design and feel of this hotel.   On the lower ground floor you can relax and have a Sanook Spa and indulge in many of the treatments available or perhaps just a light soak and swim in the swimming pool.

This Hotel is a must for those coming to London to visit or overnight for a show or the theatre but also for a short visit as it is a wonderful  place to stop for relaxing afternoon tea after a day of shopping in the West End.  Perhaps a cocktail or two before dinner with friends or a welcome drink after a long day working.  Whatever you do, find a reason to visit this hotel, you won't be disappointed!  

Thursday 25 October 2012

The Washington Mayfair Hotel

Its website states " Welcome to the Washington Mayfair Hotel" and it really is a Welcome that you receive as soon as you walk through the doors of this fabulous 4 star deluxe distinguished hotel, just a few minutes from Park Lane.  This Hotel's history dates back to 1913 and its Art Deco origins.  It has a wonderful opulent feel as you wander through reception into the Upper Madison bar and restaurant with huge floor to ceiling windows which light bounces off the wonderful rich colours of the drapes, carpets and furnishings that entices one to linger and stop for a cocktail or afternoon tea.

The hotel is ideal for business and leisure visits and can accommodate parties or groups from 15 to 350 people hosting business lunches and dinners, fashion shows, champage cocktail receptions, wedding receptions, product launches, press events, conferences and seminars. It has all the facilities you would expect of a top 4 Star rated London hotel with a spa and swimming pool on the lower ground floors, along with its state of the art presentation rooms.

The hotel rooms are luxury itself affording all the facilities such as wide screen tv, wi fi, hotel toiletries, bathrobe and slippers, that one would expect from a top London hotel.  Its great location gives the business or lesiure guest quick and easy access to the West End, Westminister and the City, whilst Park Lane, Piccaddily, Green Park and Oxford Street are all close nearby.

This hotel though is not just for the traveller but a haven for West End shoppers to pop in for fabulous afternoon tea or a well desrved glass of champagne or cocktail after a long day's shopping.  It is also a must for pre and post theatre drinks and dinner, enjoying the total ambiance of the hotel's relaxing surroundings whilst the hussle and bussle of the West End is just moments away.

A must visit for all business travellers, leisure guests and West End shoppers and theatre goers.     

Wednesday 10 October 2012

travel news : Christmas Celebrations with a Difference!

travel news : Christmas Celebrations with a Difference!: For all those who have been tasked to organise client Christmas events for clients this year or Company Christmas parties, why not consider ...

travel news : Christmas Celebrations with a Difference!

travel news : Christmas Celebrations with a Difference!: For all those who have been tasked to organise client Christmas events for clients this year or Company Christmas parties, why not consider ...

Christmas Celebrations with a Difference!

For all those who have been tasked to organise client Christmas events for clients this year or Company Christmas parties, why not consider something different this year?  Perhaps a trip to the theatre? start with with a champagne cocktail reception in a four star hotel with delicious canapes. Post theatre, more drinks followed by a 3 course dinner in a top class hotel. For those with bags of energy, end the evening dancing in a fabulous nightclub.

Perhaps a trip to a Christmas market, there are so many to choose from, whatever part of the UK, you will find one taking place.  Perhaps something involving a little travel perhaps, experiencing how the other half - used to live - a trip on the Orient Express.  A day trip on the train to visit some Christmas markets or perhaps listen to some wonderful Christmas carols. Enjoy a fabulous 4 course meal on the train with sparkling wines and champagne.

If racing might be your clients' thing, why not take your clients for a wonderful Tingle Creek Christmas Festival at Sandown Park Racecourse on Friday 7th or Saturday 8th December to celebrate the start of Christmas season with some top class jump racing and festive entertainment.

Christmas though would not be Christmas without pantomines and what better than White Christmas - the Musical showing at the Pitlochry Festival Theatre or the wonderful The Snowman, as traditional as mince pies and Santa Claus showing at Sadler's Wells....

Whatever way you choose to celebrate Christmas you will want to ensure it all goes smoothly and not cost the earth... so please call the experts at Newgate Travel, who will happily take the strain and organise your event to your exact specifications: www.newgatetravel.co.uk