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The Sun
06-07-2025
- The Sun
The Angel Hotel, Bury St Edmunds review
THE Angel is a gorgeous ivy-clad Georgian hotel in the heart of Bury St Edmunds. But what are the rooms like and what's the best thing on the menu? 2 Where is the hotel? The hotel sits at the heart of the historic town of Bury St Edmunds in Suffolk, so all the main sights are within easy walking distance. The train station is a five-minute taxi ride away or less than 20 minutes on foot. What is the hotel like? The Angel offers gorgeous interiors and a fantastic central location. Its imposing historic exterior belies its contemporary, chic boutique hotel interior. Expect pop art and vintage furniture alongside huge comfy leather sofas and velvet banquettes in the spacious lounge, plus a bustling restaurant and bar. What is there to do at The Angel hotel? You're in the perfect spot to explore with the abbey gardens and independent shops all nearby. Definitely worth a few hours is a tour of Green e King's Westgate Brewery, where ales have been created for more than 200 years. Tours cost £20 and include a five-ale taster. What is there to eat and drink there? The Eaterie restaurant's menu aims to shine a light on local producers, with classic British dishes. We loved the Pickwick Pie, stuffed full of steak in a rich ale sauce. The Sunday roasts at around £20 a head are also worth a try. What are the rooms like at the hotel? The rooms are classic but contemporary with some quirky touches. Splash out on one of the Ivy Copper rooms and you are rewarded with views of the Abbey Gardens, as well as a free-standing copper bath. Our room featured a vast marble bathroom. The eclectic style was a winner for me, with an antique desk alongside a feathered floor lamp. The bed was huge and comfy. Classic rooms from £117 including breakfast, Ivy Copper rooms from £440 in October. Is it family friendly? It may not be the best choice for those with young kids, although extra zed beds and sofa beds can be added for £10 per child, per night. Cots can also be added to rooms for £10 per night. A kids breakfast costs £5. Is there access for guests with disabilities? Yes, there are some accessible rooms. There is also a flatter entrance at the side of the hotel or guests can request for the ramp to be laid down. Looking for a place to stay? For more hotel inspiration click here. 2
Daily Record
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Revolutionary community music model in Lanarkshire attracting interest from across the world
Not-for-profit project 50rpm puts on dozens of live acts each year A groundbreaking music project in North Lanarkshire has been attracting international media interest because of its set-up 50rpm, based at the Georgian Hotel in Blairhill area of Coatbridge, attracts dozens of musical acts to perform gigs in the area every year. The not-for-profit community music project 50rpm was founded in 2019 and is somewhat unique in its organisation. It has 50 members who each pay an annual membership fee which provides entry to all 50rpm shows. Over the last few years, members have been treated to gigs by artists including Tom Robinson, Tom Hingley (Inspiral Carpets), JJ Gilmour, My Darling Clementine, Richard Jobson (The Skids), Wreckless Eric, John Bramwell (I Am Kloot), Martin Metcalfe (Goodbye Mr MacKenzie), Briana Corrigan (The Beautiful South), and Glenn Tilbrook (Squeeze). As the collective has an advance budget they are able to book and pay artists without worrying about public ticket sale numbers, however, tickets sold to the public help to boost 50rpm funds. Iain Strefford, founding member of 50rpm, explained: 'The rpm in the name, stands for real people and music, and the idea was that to finance the whole thing members would pay their membership in advance and in return get entry to all our gigs. So 50 people all jumped on board to kick it off. 'The way we operate makes us financially stable. In a time when venues are shutting on a weekly basis, the way we operate has drawn attention internationally, with venues and organisation across Europe.' In fact the modus operandi of 50rpm has drawn enquiries from as far away as Australia with organisations looking to replicate the model. Despite its success, 50rpm are not resting on their laurels as the cost-of-living crisis has done nothing to help their cause in the last few years, with many people now having significantly reduced disposable incomes. 'We do some larger shows at Airdrie Town Hall but our main venue is the Georgian Hotel. "Like a lot of grassroots venues, attracting an audience is a constant battle,' Iain admits. 'We hold a minimum of 12 gigs each year, but in reality put on between 20 and 26 per year. 'As well as getting entry to all of the gigs, members also get a say in who we book and how we are run. 'After Covid there was a resurgence in people going out but more recently it's taken a bit of a downturn, with the current economic climate people are being a bit more picky with their spending. It's hitting grassroots venues and organisations like ourselves. 'We're looking to increase membership to 60 people for the coming year due to demand, but the 50rpm name will remain. "Membership is £120 a year which works out at around £6 a gig. This provides us with a stable financial base to kick off the year and we top that up with public tickets sales. We have really low overheads, we have our own in-house PA system and engineers. So, irrespective of if we sell a single ticket or not, we can still pay the acts we book. "We've put on some familiar names but we're also about championing new music and acts that are establishing themselves. 'We want to highlight what we do and would love to see others adopt the same model as us, and are happy to help others wanting to start a music community in their town, village or city. 'Weirdly, we get quite a bit of media interest in places like Australia, Germany, Ireland and Italy about how our sustainable model works, yet we get little attention here despite venues closing weekly.' 50rpm usually put on two gigs each month with a short break during the summer. Upcoming artists already booked by 50rpm to play dates in the coming months include: Friday, June 27: Blue Rose Code & Sulidae Friday, August 29: JJ Gilmour at Airdrie Town Hall And did you know Lanarkshire Live had its own app? Download yours for free here.
Vogue
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Vogue
A Guide To Sag Harbor, the Hamptons Village Where You Can Spend a Classic American Summer
Traveling to Sag Harbor this summer? The Hamptons village is one that exudes an air of classic Americana, from its quaint Main Street lined with independently owned boutiques, to its sailboat-dotted harbors, to its wharf crowded with children eating ice cream cones with rainbow sprinkles after a long day on the boat or at Long Beach. A summer spent in Sag Harbor is likely spent the same today as it was 50 years ago. So for those lucky enough to visit the village—yes, the former whaling port isn't technically a town—here's a guide on the best restaurants, shops, and places to stay. Where to Stay Photo: Courtesy of Baron's Cove Baron's Cove—located, as the name suggests, right upon the water—embraces Sag Harbor's nautical history: navy blue is the interior color of choice, while anchors and ropes serve as accents. Many guest rooms feature a calming harbor view, and their grounds include a tennis court and a pool. It's also worth stopping by even if you aren't in need of lodging. The lounge is a cozy place where a fire roars on chilly nights; on warm ones, dine outside on their deck or sit on the Adirondack chairs on their wraparound porch. This stately Georgian hotel first opened in 1846, and, over the centuries, has become the grande dame of the town: at nights, the bar is packed with well-dressed patrons sipping martinis; during the day, townsfolk sit on the porch overlooking Main Street for lunch and people watching. There are only eight guest rooms—but arguably, there's no more authentic stay in town. Where to Eat There's no official ranking of the most critically acclaimed restaurants in the Hamptons—but if there was, Sag Harbor Tavern would arguably be at the top. From the same Michelin-starred hospitality group behind Red Hook Tavern and Saga, the cozy dockside bistro serves steaks, fish and chips, and the best burger out east. Right upon Sag Harbor Cove is The Beacon, a waterfront restaurant where you can drink rosé and eat lobster rigatoni as the sun sets on the sailboats that stretch out into the sea. It's a summertime staple—the restaurant is celebrating its 27th season—and, as a result, is full every night with couples, families, and celebratory singles who perch up at the bar. On Main Street sits Page, an all-day American bistro that serves lunch, brunch, and dinner. There's something on the menu for everyone here—dinner alone has a crowd-pleasing menu that includes caesar salads, vegetable risottos, seared tuna, and New York strips—making it an enjoyable meal made even more enjoyable by their light and airy dining room. People travel from towns far over for Sen, the sushi restaurant that's operated in the Hamptons for over thirty years. Come for their extensive list of speciality rolls; stay for the softshell crab steamed buns and chicken lemongrass dumplings. There's something simple yet elegant about the Southern Italian cuisine at Tutto il Giorni, where linguine with clams, mussels, shrimp, and penne with mozzarella are served in a quaint, rustic dining room. Although if you can—try to snag a table in their charming garden, which is adorned with greenery and hanging lanterns. For a more social night out, Le Bibloquet is the see-and-be-seen restaurant in Sag Harbor. The bar is usually lively, especially on the weekends, when a DJ spins from a booth. As for what to order? Cajun chicken, tuna tartare, and several rounds of drinks. There are plenty of ice cream shops in Sag Harbor. But Big Olaf Ice Cream, with its retro interiors and famous waffle cones, should satisfy your sweet tooth and your dreams of summer nostalgia. This Sag Harbor bakery, which also has two other locations in East Hampton, was a James Beard Semi Finalist Outstanding Bakery in 2025. With every bite of a different pastry—whether it's their monkey bread, their raisin snail, or their prosciutto Gruyère croissant—you understand why. They also have a number of breakfast and lunch offerings, like lobster rolls and chicken ban mi sandwiches. Where to Shop Photo: Anna Watt 'I just think our whole aesthetic just feels like the Hamptons,' TWP founder Trish Westcoat Pound says of her brand and their store in Sag Harbor, which is housed in white clapboard 18th-century home. 'It's the ease of the clothes, it's the comfort of the clothes—it's casual, but it's elevated. And I think that's what the Hamptons are.' Stop by to shop American sportswear summer staples like button-down linen shirts, light cashmere sweaters, and white jeans. Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle and wellness empire has a charming outpost in Sag Harbor that carries exactly what one m ight expect: think clean sunscreens, supplements, as well as airy linen clothing that works just as well on a boat in Sag Harbor as it does on the beaches of Malibu. A town is only as good as its book store—and luckily, the quaint Sag Harbor Books is excellent. The tiny independent shop, which is covered in ivy, sells new and used books as well as hosts a number of author talks. (Last summer, for example, saw a meet-and-greet with Goosebumps writer R.L. Stine.) Housed in an old barn is Sage and Madison, a charming store that sells gourmet pantry staples, locally made gift baskets, chocolates, teas, linens, and, well, a whole lot of other goods meant to liven a well-appointed home. It's also the perfect place to shop for a hostess gift—a box of Louis Sherry chocolates is a sure way to get invited back. See a summer blockbuster or an arthouse flick at Sag Harbor Cinema, the non-profit movie theater that's also a historic landmark. (Its neon Art Deco sign is one of the most recognizable sits out East.)
