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48 hours in Leeds

Posted on April 15, 2013

Shopping in Leeds

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Planning a jaunt to Leeds? We’ve created just what you need: a guide to where to eat and what to do if you’ve only got two days to pack it all in. We’ve even quizzed a local fashion blogger on her top haunts and inside tips. Keep reading and start planning your weekend away… Continue reading →

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The best summer music festivals: your guide

Posted on April 8, 2013

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Is there a better way to spend your summer than with the best bands on the planet?

The music festival has become a staple of the British summer. Come rain or shine, music fans don their wellies, apply sunscreen liberally, pack their sleeping bags and set off to enjoy the fantastic line-ups at music festivals across Britain.

Festival-goers are especially excited about this summer, which sees the return of Glastonbury after being sorely missed last year.

Keep reading for the best music festivals and line-ups you won’t want to miss this summer… Continue reading →

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Sipping in the summer: Britain’s best beer festivals

Posted on April 2, 2013

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Ah, the glorious British summer. I don’t know about you but I’m looking forward to another year of dependably excellent weather, a total lack of hosepipe bans and the chance to cool off after a warm day with a pint or two of golden ale… Continue reading →

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RSH Guides: your Sheffield picks

Posted on March 29, 2013

It’s the post you’ve all been waiting for…all 40 winners for this month’s #RSH Guides competition.

Throughout March, we asked you to name your favourite bars, cultural hotspots, cafes and venues in Sheffield.

As always, you got back to us with a stellar list. If you’re planning a trip to Sheffield, let these savvy insiders be your guide. And now, on to the winners…who’s bagged themselves £10′s worth of redspottedhanky.com loyalty points?

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What to do with the kids this Easter weekend

Posted on March 20, 2013

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You’ve finally got a long weekend after what seems like an endless stretch of work since Christmas. But you’ve also got a brood of kids to entertain and keep happy at the same time. Where to go? What to do?

Keep reading for some fantastic ideas on places to go this Easter weekend which will keep the kids happy, and give Mum and Dad a bit for a break while not breaking the bank. If that sounds good, keep reading…

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On the Rail Ale Trail: best pubs on platforms

Posted on March 18, 2013

That sinking feeling when you’ve just missed your train melts away once you’ve had your first sip of truly great ale at the station. Having hours between connections doesn’t seem quite as tedious when there’s a decent pub around.

While many stations do have bog standard, soulless pubs, there are plenty others which are full of character and serve a great range of beers and ciders. They’re so good that they’ve become destinations in themselves, with dedicated ale fans turning visiting the station pubs into an art form on their so-called Rail Ale Trails.

While we wouldn’t want to encourage anyone to drink more than they can handle, we do want to celebrate thriving independent pubs selling quality beer, especially with so many pubs closing every year.

Keep reading for our pick of the best platform pubs and let our map be your guide…

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St. Patrick’s Day 2013: your guide to a great day

Posted on March 16, 2013


When Sunday 17 March rolls around this year, all across the world people will commemorate St Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. There’s not a party like it and this year, several cities around the UK are holding special events and festivals to celebrate the big day.

If you feel like getting out and enjoying one of these fun-packed events then we’ve put together an essential guide for your trip. Many of the locations are no more than a cheap train trip away so take your pick, book your ticket and get ready to have an amazing time.

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The Glasgow Comedy Festival: best laughs in town

Posted on March 12, 2013

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From 14-31 March, Glasgow welcomes some of the country’s most chuckle-worthy comedians for the hotly anticipated Glasgow Comedy Festival.

There will be over 350 shows across 40 venues spaced around the city featuring massive names like Al Murray, Lucy Porter and Jimmy Carr, who will be joining local comedians like Jerry Sadowitz, Craig Hill and Daniel Sloss. If you’re a fan of live comedy, you’ll want to read on and have these shows on your radar…

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Britain’s best transport museums

Posted on March 8, 2013

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Britain has always had a love affair with trains. The story really got started when the first steam engine was invented, connecting people to the cities and driving the Industrial Revolution which transformed Britain forever.

Our train and transport museums do a fantastic job of keeping our memories alive, preserving historic models and telling the colourful story of the evolution of Britain’s railway and the social change it brought.

Whether you’re new to train travel or a long-time lover of trains, read on for some of the country’s very best train museums.

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Horses for Courses: Planning Your Trip to the Races

Posted on March 5, 2013

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Nothing gets the blood pumping like a trip to the races. The tireless buzz of the bookmakers vying for bets, the thunder of hooves on turf, the breathless thrill you feel as the nag you’ve backed stampedes down the home straight… it’s a cracking experience. And that’s not to mention the opportunity a race meet gives you to grab a drink or two and unwind with your friends in the open air.

Some of the biggest meetings in UK racing are coming up over the next few months and many are just a quick train ride away. With the help of a couple of horse racing experts we’ve put together a guide to going to the races, along with a look at some of the UK’s biggest events. They are all great fun so have a look and decide where you’d like to go to experience the excitement that the sport of kings brings.

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