Portable and modular buildings have progressed in both design and usability in recent years. We only used to see portable and modular buildings on building sites. They were shabby and with poor construction. Portable buildings have moved on substantially in recent years. Now schools are using them for extra classroom space and businesses are using [...]

The Langdale Estate in the Lake District has taken a further step forward in the quest to create a sustainable tourism destination. A 250Kw biomass fuelled boiler has been installed at The Langdale Estate replacing the four LPG boilers that previously supplied the heating and hot water on site. Reducing LPG dependency not only reduces [...]

Following the success of Grand Designs Live 2008, Kris Hardy the Hull based artist is to exhibit this year as well.
The Grand Design Live exhibition is to be held at ExCel London between 25 April and 4 May 2009. Grand Designs Live 2008 was a huge success for Kris. Making numerous contacts and gathering an [...]

Grove Cottages, the luxury Lake District cottages company based in Ambleside announce the launch of Grove Farmhouse.
Grove Farmhouse is the latest addition to the four holiday cottage lets already on the farm. This new renovation comfortably accommodates 8 - 10 people. Grove Farmhouse has been finished to a very high standard and contains all the [...]

Situated in one of the most picturesque villages of the English Lake District, Norwood House, a small family run Ambleside guest house is surrounded by dramatic scenery and is only a short walk from the northern edge of Lake Windermere.
With this beautiful lake and the mountains at the doorstep, including Helvellyn, one of England’s highest peaks, there is [...]

Motorbike security comes in various forms depending on usage, requirement of location and type of bike. The main devices are disc locks and chains, padlocks and chains and ground anchors.
Motorcycle theft has been rising year on year although it must be remembered that the number of motorbikes on the road has also grown. 80% of [...]

With the Lake District being named most romantic destination this Valentine’s, it isn’t surprising that couples then want to return to get married. A staggering 31% of couples interviewed voted for the Lake District over destinations such as the Cotswolds, Bath and York.
The romantic nature of this area unsurprisingly attracts couples looking for a wedding [...]

With so many different types of online booking systems available choosing the right system for your accommodation business can be confusing. Here you will find a quick six point plan which will hopefully ease tourism operators through the selection process.
1. Live availability and online bookings – Many customers will not wait for you to get back [...]