May Bank Holiday Weekend in Torquay

Well, its Tuesday and we're hurtling towards the busiest weekend in the year for our bed and breakfast business, www.buckinghamlodge.co.uk packed to the rafters after Friday so praying for some sunshine for our guests to enjoy

Theres quite a bit happening in Torquay over the Bank Holiday. Take a look at the following and see if anything is there to tempt you down to our lovely English Riviera.

Torbay Classic Powerboat Race
Will take place in Torquay on 25th and 26th May 2013. Meet the teams and view the raceboats from Friday 24th May on Haldon Pier. First race is Saturday 25th May at 3.00pm. Sunday racing starts at 12.30pm.

English Riviera Geopark Festival 25/5/2013 - 2/6/2013
During the annual festival, there’s fun for all the family with music, entertainment, arts and crafts in celebration of our incredible geology, landscape, culture and heritage. The annual festival really brings the Geopark to life, with an amazing range of activities to enjoy, from walks and talks, to arts and educational events, and even Geopark Cruises to experience our stunning natural heritage from the best vantage point - the sea

Torbay Sail Past - Monday 27th May
A large flotilla of sailing and motor craft will be forming a sailpast in the Bay to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Torbay Royal Regatta and the 150th anniversary of the Royal Torbay Yacht Club. Good vantage points around Haldon Pier and Beacon Quay

Of course, as well as these annual events there is so much more to do such as visiting Paignton Zoo, Babbacombe Model Village, Kents Cavern or mooching around the beautiful towns of Dartmouth and Totnes, taking a boat trip across the bay or a ride of the mini London eye wheel which has fantastic views over Torquay.

After all that activity you may need another holiday!

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Saving Planet Earth

There has been an increasing awareness of the amount of plastics in our oceans and on our beaches and this awareness has recently been highlighted by the great Sir David Attenborough.
The shocking images of the 5 mile radius of floating plastic litter in the Caribbean Sea both saddened and maddened me whilst making me feel guilty about what mankind is doing to our lovely planet.

As I live near the sea and have a crazy Labrador cross Springer Spaniel I am often found on the beach - not starring out to sea but head bent either picking up litter or picking up beautiful sea glass. The sea glass I keep and recycle into art; the rubbish goes straight into the nearest council bin or recycling container.

Manufacturers are slowly adjusting their practices which means reducing their use of plastic packaging which is good news but it did make me think hotels/guest houses/b&b's should also get their act together to be more environmentally friendly.

So.... at my guest house www.buckingh…

Christmas Wreath and Table decoration workshop

Christmas is coming and what could be nicer than to spend a day creating a beautiful Christmas wreath to decorate your front door and a table decoration to compliment your Christmas meal.
You will use fresh seasonal foliage which will be provided on the day – no previous knowledge is required just a love of nature and a few essential items. Please wear practical clothes and bring an apron, any Christmas decorations you may want to use and a pair of secateurs if you own them.
With guidance from a qualified florist to lead you through every step your home will be beautifully decorated for the festive season.

Course Content.
The course tutor will provide instruction on how to make a traditional base using a wire frame and by securing natural moss on which to build using the natural foliage for greening up. Pine cones, ribbon and Christmas baubles can also be used to personalise your wreath.
After a break for lunch prepared at the venue there will be the opportunity to create a seasonal…

7 Things to do in Torquay during June

Its nearly June! In our 13 years running our bed and breakfast in Torquay we have found June to be a really good month in which to visit this area, the weather is normally beautiful and there are events happening which can be enjoyed without the crowds that July and August brings.

There's always something happening on the English Riviera and with that in mind I have handpicked 7 activities to enjoy during June here in Torquay and further afield.

1. Torbay Air Show 1st and 2nd June
Back for its third year in Torbay, the airshow has certainly grown in popularity bringing in excess of 165,000 spectators to the Bay of Torquay, Paignton and Brixham.

The event is free, just grab a picnic and a spot either on the beach or along the seafront to take advantage of all the different aircraft demonstrations. Including the Red Arrows. Or sit in one of the many cafes and bars to watch the live show! We have a couple of rooms still available and as we are only an 8 minute walk from the seafront y…

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