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.
Strikes by almost 130 workers at Leeds Bradford Airport are set to escalate.
If you're planning on catching a flight from Leeds Bradford Airport, then you may want to double check the date.
Last week it was announced that workers were set to strike and bring the airport to complete standstill in a dispute over pay.
Today it has been announced that thestrikes are set to escalate and a second set of strikes have been announced.
The Unite members planning on going on strike are a mixture of air traffic control workers, customer experience staff, security staff and cleaners.
The workers involved in the dispute have recently come out of a four-year pay deal, with some of the departments having fallen behind other airports in equivalent roles.
Pay talks have been happening since December 2025, with the airport's formal offer not going far enough to address the lack of pay parity.
Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said: "It is wrong that workers at Leeds Bradford Airport are paid far less than those doing the same job at another nearby airport.
"These are essential workers who play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of the airport and the safety of passengers and deserve fair pay. Unite will always fully back our members taking action at Leeds Bradford Airport.”
The original strikes were due to take place from 03:00 this Friday 16 October to 06:00 Sunday 18 October for hourly paid staff and from 06:00 Friday 16 October to 06:00 Sunday 18 October for air traffic control workers.
The next round of industrial action will now take place from Monday 23 October to Wednesday 2 November, which coincides with the busy half term period.
Unite regional officer Neil Whitaker said: “We appreciate those travelling to and from Leeds Bradford Airport will be concerned to hear that there are further strike dates, but the situation is completely the fault of the airport’s management. It can end this dispute, but that relies on it coming back to the table with a fair deal for our members.”
Beloved Leeds pub to undergo huge transformation following £230k investment
Clementine Hall
A Leeds pub has closed its doors for a major refurbishment, and will open under a completely different name.
The Mustard Pot in Chapel Allerton has received a whopping £230k investment, and is set to reopen as a ‘Grandstand’ sports pub.
The much-loved community pub will be completely transformed, with new features designed to deliver a 'stadium-style' sports experience.
The refurbishment will include the installation of multiple massive screens, an immersive state-of-the-art sound system, and flexible tiered seating.
The beer garden will also be refurbished, with new TV screens installed, whilst the interior will be decked out with sports memorabilia of local stars past and present.
Once reopened, the pub will show all key sporting fixtures, including football, rugby, cricket, tennis, F1, darts and horse racing.
Operations Manager, Zoe Eastwood, said: “We are so excited about the plans to re-open as a Grandstand pub. We know our locals are sporting mad and can’t wait to be able to offer them the best possible experience when they can visit us again.”
Local Leeds sports teams will be able to apply for a Grandstand ‘Black Card’, giving them access to exclusive offers and rewards for celebrating their wins at their new local.
The Grandstand transformation follows industry research revealing that 8.5 million consumers have watched live sport in pubs, with 86% of fans preferring sports pubs for their atmosphere.
The Mustard Pot has now closed for refurbishment and will reopen on Wednesday 4 November.
What do you make of this transformation then? Will you miss The Mustard Pot as you know and love it, or are you excited for the new concept?
You can find out more about the new space here via their website.
Clementine Hall -
21st July 2022 
