Great deals that will get you packing for that city break
HAPPY BIRTHDAY HILTONTo celebrate 50 years on Park Lane, the London Hilton (020 7493 8000/www.parklanehilton.com) has special packages: the 9 Carat, 18 Carat and the Midas Touch.
At £500 (two sharing) the 9 Carat offer includes a deluxe room with breakfast, afternoon tea and commemorative book.
The 18 Carat offers the same but in a suite with Hyde Park views for £1,328.
The Midas Touch at £7,500 features champagne on arrival, two nights in the Royal Suite and dinner at Galvin at Windows on the 28th floor.
COMPLIMENTARY ENTRY
Stroll among the spring blooms at Brockhampton Estate in Herefordshire or revel in the rhododendron displays at Rowallane Garden in County Down.
The Midas Touch at £7,500 features champagne on arrival, two nights in the Royal Suite and dinner at Galvin at Windows on the 28th floor
This weekend the National Trust (www.nationaltrust.org.uk/freeweekend) is offering free entry to 200 houses and gardens around the UK. Download a voucher from the website.
BAGS OF STYLE
Here’s a stylish accessory that’s perfect for city breaks.
The Zion cross-body bag from Knomo (0800 043 7924/www.knomobags.com) features two compartments, one an ideal fit for your smartphone, the other spacious enough to hold keys, money and make-up. Use as a smart shoulder bag or lengthen the gold chains to wear across your body. £125.