Situated in the picturesque Holme Valley, this stunning estate has everything you need for a perfect wine-fuelled weekend escape.
Established in 2007, this family run vineyard stretches over 7 acres and boasts unrivalled, panoramic views of the Holme Valley.
Spend your days tasting their award-winning wines whilst strolling through the vineyards before settling down in one of their luxury, private apartments.
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Whether you're after a soft fruity red, an aromatic and floral white or a deliciously dry rosé, their award-winning wine making team will find a tipple that suits you which will act as the flavour of your weekend.
The estate has seven light and airy apartments located at the foot of the vines which have been designed to be as carbon neutral as possible, situated in a low impact building with the power provided by an on-site wind turbine.
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Each apartment is finished to the highest standard and features a fully equipped kitchen, log burning stove, en-suite bathrooms and televisions in the lounge and bedroom.
With access to outdoor terrace and patio areas that offer extraordinary views stretching over the Peak District National Park, there's no better place to enjoy a bottle of sparkling wine whilst watching the sunset with loved ones.
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During your stay, take part in a vineyard tour where you'll learn about the history of the vineyard and the magic that goes into creating the carefully selected modern varieties that have been specially developed to thrive in Northern latitudes. Embark on a tour round the custom-built winery where you will sample delicious wines from their extensive range.
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Their on-site restaurant, The Tasting Lounge, allows you to indulge in excellent food throughout the day. Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea with flowing sparkling wine, stop by for a light lunch or settle down for an evening meal. Or simply just enjoy a glass of wine and soak up the panoramic views from the beautiful restaurant, conservatory or outdoor terrace.
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Wake up in paradise after a cosy night's sleep in your private apartment and refuel with a hearty Yorkshire cooked breakfast. Then you'll be ready to embark on your next adventure, whether that be more vineyard venturing, wandering into nearby Holmfirth town or rambling through the Peak District which is only a stone's throw away.
So, what are you waiting for? Take a well-deserved break and relax and unwind at this luxury, wine-infused retreat in the heart of Yorkshire.
Room only doubles start from just £85 per night and tours start at £10 per person. For more information, take a look at their website.
The Wombats aren’t just still going strong - they’re getting better. And honestly? Long may they reign.
The Wombats absolutely tore the roof off the First Direct Arena in Leeds last night, Wednesday 26 March and what a night it was.
From the second they hit the stage it wasn’t just a gig, it was a full-blown indie-pop spectacle, packed with infectious energy, nostalgia, and a whole lot of dancing.
They kicked things off with “Moving to New York,” and honestly? The crowd was in from the first note.
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Matthew Murphy’s unmistakable vocals rang through the arena and suddenly, thousands of people were screaming every lyric like it was 2007 all over again. It was one of those moments where you could just feel how much this band still means to people.
Despite the massive venue, The Wombats somehow made it feel intimate. The lights? Pure chaos in the best way - vibrant, colourful, and totally in sync with the band’s wild, bouncy sound.
Murphy’s cheeky banter between songs made it feel less like a polished arena show and more like a jam session with a few thousand of your closest mates.
Setlist-wise, they nailed it. “Let’s Dance to Joy Division” and “Greek Tragedy” had the whole place losing it, while the stripped-down version of “Techno Fan” gave everyone a minute to breathe (and maybe get a little emotional).
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Those quieter moments just made the high-energy choruses hit even harder. It was a rollercoaster - in the best way possible.
Then came the encore. If you thought the crowd was loud before, “Kill the Director” took things to another level. Pure, chaotic indie bliss. The kind of moment you don’t want to end.
Here’s the thing about The Wombats: some might say their older songs hit harder than their newer stuff, but is that just nostalgia talking? Or maybe it’s a generational thing?
Either way, they proved they’re still one of the most exciting live bands out there. They’ve still got the hooks, the humour, and the ability to turn a massive arena into a sweaty, euphoric singalong.
Get Baked’s viral ‘Bertha’ cake has a sister on the way – and she sounds just as cheeky
Danny Jones
She's big, she's green and she's ready to ruin your figure.
A lot of you will have seen the viral ‘Bertha’ cake by Leeds born beloved sweet treat specialists Get Baked.
They recently opened another site in Manchester's Northern Quarter, where queues literally formed round the block of hungry punters wanting to get their hands on the infamous sugary treats.
And now it's going to happen all over again, as they've recently unveiled their newest flavour which is sure to go down a storm.
We’ll give you a hint: it’s a current food and drink trend that’s about as big as Bertha herself – it’s not matcha, it’s not hot honey (duh), and it’s not Guinness…
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Yes—scratch that; HELL YES!Get Baked is set to welcome Bertha’s equally beautiful twin sister, and she’s officially a pistachio girlie.
Having started out life simply as ‘Bruce’, after taking inspiration from the iconic scene from Matilda, this thing has become a phenomenon in its own right, and who doesn’t like more flavours of a good thing?
Probably one of the biggest foodie crazes going at the minute, thanks to the popularity of pistachio cream, cookies, lattes and the similar social media sensation that is the ‘Dubai Pistachio Bar' people are rather fittingly going nuts for this particular flavour of almost absolutely anything.
With that in mind, the Leeds-born bakery and dessert shop – founded by Rich Myers over in Headingley back in 2011 – have shown no hesitation in hopping on the bandwagon and creating a new twist on their own viral menu item.
Teasing the full details in a post on their Instagram this week, they wrote: “What’s big, green, and is going to destroy your life in a couple of weeks’ time? Pistachio Bertha. Strictly limited to 5,000 slices. Coming oh so soon. GB.”
In case you were wondering just how mad those with a sweet tooth could possibly go for a slice of cake, just look at the recent queues when they finally launched in Manchester city centre:
Speaking on the grand opening here on our turf and his partner Amy’s hometown, Myers said simply: “Manchester, what a launch. Thanks for much for the warm welcome. Stay baked.”
Clementine Hall -
21st July 2022 
