Turn a meal out into a 3 day get together...

You don't need to struggle for a weekend when you're all free...

Friday afternoon. Cars are heading in from different directions. Somebody is stuck in traffic. Somebody else left an hour later than promised and one person has already messaged the group asking, “What's the postcode again?” It would be easy to write Friday off as simply arrival day. Don't. When you're taking a large-group weekend away, that first evening can become one of the best parts of the break.

When you've finally managed to get a large group of family or friends together for a weekend, there's a temptation to make the most of every minute. Saturday: breakfast at eight, activity at ten, lunch at twelve-thirty, historic attraction at two, back to change at five... Stop. You've organised a holiday, not a school trip.

When we talk about luxury holidays, it’s easy to think of beautiful interiors, enormous beds, hot tubs and perhaps something cold and fizzy waiting in the fridge. But when you’re going away with a large group, there’s another luxury that becomes considerably more important. Space. Lots of it. Because however much you love your family and friends, spending an entire weekend within three feet of them can test even the strongest relationships.

One of the best things about booking a big holiday house is being able to eat together. One of the trickiest things about booking a big holiday house? Feeding everyone.

There’s a little secret about the Wye Valley that regular visitors already know....

A weekend away with the family sounds wonderfully relaxing. Until approximately 8.07am on Saturday when somebody small asks, “What are we doing today?” Fortunately, when you're staying in the Wye Valley or Forest of Dean, there are plenty of answers.

Some weekends come and go without leaving much behind. Others become the stories your family is still laughing about years later.

You don't have to board a plane to enjoy an unforgettable holiday. In fact, more people than ever are rediscovering just how much the UK has to offer. From spectacular scenery and charming market towns to fantastic food and outdoor adventures, a staycation can be every bit as memorable as travelling overseas – without the airport queues or luggage limits.