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Read the latest blogs from our team here at Lake Country House hotel - including tips, insights and news!
Lake Country House Chef Q&A
My Mum & Dad were massive foodies, so my love of food started at a very young age. I knew I wanted to start a career in cooking as soon as I reached high school, cookery lessons were the highlight of my week!
Read moreGreat Reasons to Visit Mid Wales this May & June
With the long days of summer ahead, there are so many fantastic reasons to visit Lake Country House this year. Whether it's an active break exploring idyllic countryside, wonderful food or pure relaxation, our home in Mid Wales makes for a fantastic escape. Here are just some of the highlights to look forward to in the coming weeks and months:
Read moreA Taste of Spring: Seasonal Ideas & Foodie Breaks in Wales
Combining authentic Welsh ingredients with fresh ideas, Head Chef Josh Donachie has an exciting selection of spring dishes in store at Lake Country House. With the emphasis firmly local and seasonal produce, menus change every day, ensuring that guests can enjoy trying something new and delicious on every visit.
Read moreTop Christmas Cocktails & Festive Drinks with a Welsh Twist
As the nights draw in and thoughts turn to festive food and drink, something served with an added kick never goes amiss. Especially when that extra zing comes courtesy of one of our favourite Welsh craft alcohol producers. Christmas drinks are always a big hit as we stoke the fires and prepare for the festive period. Here are 4 beverages to mix and try for yourself this festive season, from chilled and sophisticated to warming and traditional Christmas tipples:
Read moreOur Top 5 Walks
If you enjoy walking, then the Lake Country House is the perfect base for you. Whether you are looking for the best short walks or a 20 mile hike across glorious mountains, we have some of the best places to walk in the UK. The scenery alone is wonderful, from classic open hills and valleys, to trails that take in gorgeous rivers and woods. Here are our top 5 walks in Mid Wales, all within reach of Lake Country House Hotel, complete with ratings and links to walking routes and maps:
10 Ways to Have a More Relaxing Christmas This Year
As we all know, the Christmas holidays are a time for family, fun and relaxation. Or so the theory goes, because for a lot of us the festive season also brings with it all manner of things to take care of, from getting gifts and food organised to taking care of kids and in-laws.
Read moreHow to create the perfect Afternoon Tea
The key to a good afternoon tea is to not mess about being too fancy or tricky with what you serve. For example, we include a deliciously delicate Victoria sponge, which is exactly that. An individual sponge cake with soft vanilla mascarpone & strawberry jam, simply dusted with icing sugar.
Read more4 of the Top Nature Reserves and Wildlife Attractions in Mid Wales
While it is always great to get a taste of local culture on travels, there is also an undeniable joy in escaping from civilisation altogether. Indeed, with Welsh National Parks, nature reserves and a wealth of special places to explore, a day or two spent in the wilder parts of Wales is an absolute must. Here are some of our favourite wildlife sites in Powys and beyond, along with some recommeded places to visit for nature lovers this summer:
Read moreQuirky Tourist Attractions in Mid Wales
Mid Wales has some brilliantly quirky, different and enjoyable places to visit. From a walk with miniature pigs to courtroom tours by oil lamp, here are some of the more eye-opening days out and visitor attractions in Powys, Mid Wales. All are within an hour or so of Lake Country House:
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