Couples’ escapes show best of county

A NEW short break experience is offering couples the chance to enjoy food, drink, history and heritage experiences and activities across the county.

The Stay Play Explore short breaks are exclusively for couples to help them to make the most of their time together by enjoying a wide range of out-of-theordinary experiences.

The packages offer a choice of 15 food and drink and history and heritage experiences for couples to enjoy during their visit to Leicestershire, plus overnight accommodation.

The breaks showcase the best the county has to offer.

Visitors can create cosmopolitan cocktails, enjoy brewery tours or afternoon teas, taste traditional and tasty pies, cheese and local produce, or explore the fascinating local history including the story of the amazing discovery of the remains of King Richard III.

Activities include entry to Bosworth Battlefield, cheese tasting at the Melton Cheeseboard, a pork pie demonstration at Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe, cream tea at Salford Hall Hotel and a brewery tour at Belvoir Alehouse.

The breaks for two adults start from just £119, including overnight accommodation with breakfast at a choice of local four star hotels.

Martin Peters, Chief Executive of Leicestershire Promotions said: “The new couples offer provides an unrivalled range of experiences and activities for couples looking for a weekend or short break away in the UK.

“Whether you’re a foodie, a fan of history or are just looking to relax and be pampered, there are plenty of choices to create your perfect break.

“Stay Play Explore’s unique combination of quality hotels and out of the ordinary experiences, all at one unbeatable price, means that it’s easy for couples to make new discoveries and feel like a local, making the most of your time together.”

More information is available and bookings for all breaks can be made online at www.stayplayexplore.co.uk