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Photo competition; send in your entries for August!
August 26, 2008
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Formula 1 Grand Prix of Italy. Sept 12-14th 2008
August 24, 2008Another great race in the 2008 F1 sequel with the likes of Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button set to feature.
The Schedule:
Fri 12 September 2008
Practice 1 10:00 – 11:30
Practice 2 14:00 – 15:30
Sat 13 September 2008
Practice 11:00 – 12:00
Qualifying 14:00
Sun 14 September 2008
Race
Don’t forget – a villa in Italy can provide the perfect pit-stop from which to enjoy this and many other sporting events throughout the UK and Europe – search today at cottages4you.
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Dieppe International Kite Festival. Sept 6-14th 2008
August 21, 2008
This family friendly festival features the fighting kite world cup, exhibitions, origami workshops and five demonstration areas, including one for children.
This years theme is “On Air to a Kite String”.
Don’t forget – a holiday cottage or villa can provide the perfect base from which to explore Normandy in France – search a holiday cottage or villa in Normandy France at www.cottages4you.co.uk
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Harrogate Autumn Flower Show. Sept 12-14th 2008
August 20, 2008
Visit this major horticultural show with top UK nurseries and an extensive amateur society presence. The Harrogate Spring Flower Show takes place April 23-26.
Don’t forget – a cottage can provide the perfect base from which to explore Harrogate and the beautiful surrounding region – search today at www.cottages4you.co.uk
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Red Bull Air Race in Porto. Sept 6-7th 2008
August 15, 2008
The Red Bull Air Race World Series features the world’s best pilots in a motor sports competition based on speed, precision and skill.
Using the fastest, most agile and lightweight racing planes, pilots navigate a low-level aerial race track made up of air-filled pylons, reaching speeds of 370 kilometres per hour while withstanding forces of up to 12 gs.
Touching down in nine cities worldwide in 2008, each Red Bull Air Race is unique. From the heart of the city to the open countryside, over land or water, a Red Bull Air Race can take place almost anywhere. Spectacular backdrops and jaw-dropping action guarantee that spectators experience one of the most innovative and exciting new sports competitions around today.
Don’t forget – a holiday villa can provide the perfect accommodation from which to explore Portugal – search for holiday villas in Portugal at www.cottages4you.co.uk
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Best beachcombing spots; help out!
August 13, 2008
We have a nice ‘discussion’ going on about beachcombing and the best places to find for example amber. Checkout our beachcombing page and if you can, help-out Richard and the others..
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Piping Live! – 11 Aug 2008 – 17 Aug 2008
August 12, 2008
Glasgow
The bagpipes often elicit a ‘Marmite’ response. Some people love them some people hate them – but whichever camp you fall into, you can’t help but admit that the bagpipes have a charm all of their own. Piping Live! celebrates the world of Scottish piping and includes concerts, workshops and street performances.
Don’t forget – a cottage can provide the perfect base from which to explore Scotland and enjoy many events throughout the UK and Europe – search today at www.cottages4you.co.uk
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Staff Blog; Relaxing and Peaceful holiday in Northumberland
August 11, 2008by Corinne Moore, Owner Services
“Northumberland, wild and untamed with so much to offer from Old Roman Forts, Castles, Walking and Wildlife to long sandy beaches.
I love Northumberland because of all the variety of attractions it has, for all ages.
I have stayed many times at a property called Oak Cottage ( ref:16498 ) on Whitelee Farm.
There are 3 holiday cottages on the farm, which enjoy panoramic views over Whitelee Fell, which has been designated a National Nature Reserve.This is a truly unique place and the owner’s Mr & Mrs Wilson have done much to protect the local wildlife, and to make the farm a “Green” place to be, energy for the cottages is provided by a small wind turbine and solar panels. The farm has been awarded the Silver award from the “Green Tourism Scheme”.
Being keen on nature and walking, I love the many fabulous walks that are available from the front door. There are so many birds to watch from the surrounding farmland and in the cottage garden.
My favourite has to be the “Wildlife cameras” which feed live images into the cottages onto the TV. I have spent many a happy evening sipping my wine watching Badgers, Foxes, Owls, as well as a plethora of smaller birds and mammals on “Owl and Fox cam”
For all those who love to explore, the cottages is only 5 minutes from the Scottish border, Hadrian’s Wall, Edinburgh, the Northumberland Coast, all approx 1 hour away and half an hour away is Alnwick Castle and Gardens, where some of the Harry Potter scenes have been filmed, a must for all children and grown up Potter fans alike, followed by dinner in the Treehouse Restaurant is a must.
I would really recommend this area for people of all ages, families and couples and pets alike, especially for those who just want to relax and have some well deserved quiet time.”
Feel free to look at our wide range of holiday cottages in the UK in the Northumbria region.
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Summer Cycling in France
August 5, 2008If TV coverage of the Tour De France has left you hankering for a taste of the action, then here’s our pick of the top summer cycling destinations in France.
At this time of year, it’s far too hot for cycling in the south, so we’ve picked the cooler regions for some family-friendly rides, all within easy reach of our French villas and cottages…
Normandy – The gently undulating landscape of Normandy makes it great for cyclists of all ages and experience, and you can choose to ride through history from Rouen, along the River Seine, taking in the legend of Joan of Arc at Place du Vieux-Marche.
Another favourite route in the region starts at the Port Village of Honfleur, the birthplace of impressionism, and takes you to Monet’s famous gardens at Giverny. You’ll find great food along the way to fuel your trip – Normandy is famous for its lobsters, oysters and camembert, and you’ll find a bakery at every stop.
Explore our holiday cottages in Normandy.
Brittany – Cyclists in the know choose Brittany as their destination, as it offers unspoilt countryside, sleepy villages, little market towns and quiet country lanes, not to mention the most spectacular and varied of coastlines, ranging from sweeping golden sands to rocky coves and cliffs.
You’ll find countless lakes and forests linked by canals, all with towpaths perfect for safe cycling with kids. Most notable is the 172 mile Nante-Brest Canal, which takes you near to Stone Age monuments and ancient Celtic churches, and through remnants of the great Pan-European Forest. 
Explore our holiday cottages in Brittany.
The Loire – Possibly the most obvious choice, the Loire Valley is famous for breathtaking cycling holidays.
Our favourite rides in the region can be found on the Vendeé Coastal Paths, safely designed routes with spectacular views of the Atlantic, all connecting gorgeous coastal towns. Between Noirmoutier and Sables-d’Olonne you’ll find 100km of stunning views. Or between La Barre-de-Monts and Saint-Jean-de-Monts there’s 110km of car-free cycle routes, taking in the sea, marshes of Poitiers, sand dunes and pine forests.
Local highlights include the Montois Hinterland and Pays du Pont d’Yeu.
Explore our holiday cottages in The Loire.
Whichever region you decide to explore, don’t forget to pack plenty of sun cream and fresh drinking water. Plan your route well, taking account for everyone’s abilities, and make sure you carry a map, compass, mobile phone and phrase book, just in case!
Have you got a favourite French cycling route you’d like to share? Leave us your comments below…
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cottages4you employees running for charity
August 4, 2008
Adam Garbutt, Paul Bassek & Tony Bradshaw have decided to run the Great North Run to raise money for Cancer Research UK.
“The three of us from C4U have decided to run the Great North Run and raise money for a very worthy cause – Cancer Research UK.
We’ve all been putting in hard hours of training that should hopefully prepare us for the 13.1 miles that lie ahead of us!!
We don’t expect it to be easy, in fact we expect it to be very difficult.
We will be unable to walk for a few days after the event, so please dig deep and sponsor us for this worthy cause!Thanks,
Adam, Tony and Paul.”
If you wish to sponsor this run checkout the details on their sponsor page.
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