THE COMPLEAT ANGLER RECOGNISED IN TRIPADVISOR’S TRAVELLERS CHOICE AWARDS The Compleat Angler in Marlow, part of the Macdonald Hotels & Resorts group, has been recognised in Tripadvisor’s Traveller’s Choice Awards 2025 following consistently high ratings from guests. Tripadvisor’s Traveller’s Choice Awards are based on genuine feedback from guests who have visited and left an authentic, first-hand review on Tripadvisor over 12 months. Reviews praised The Compleat Angler for its picturesque views, beautiful gardens, attentive service, fine food and warm, welcoming atmosphere. The four-star, 64-bedroom hotel has a rich history dating back to the 17th century. Established as a small guesthouse known as the Riverside Inn, The Compleat Angler gained its present-day title from Izaak Walton’s famous angling book of the same name which was written about fishing in and around Marlow in 1653. Located on the banks of the River Thames in an idyllic, tranquil setting, The Compleat Angler is just a 20-minute drive from Heathrow Airport and provides easy access to central London. Guests can dine on classic British dishes in the hotel’s signature Riverside restaurant, or opt for a reservation in Sindhu by Atul Kochhar, serving modern Indian cuisine. Al fresco dining and afternoon tea are also available on the hotel’s spacious lawn overlooking the river. Macdonald Hotels & Resorts is one of the UK’s most successful independent hospitality groups with a portfolio of more than 30 upmarket hotels, spas and golf resorts throughout the UK, from Aviemore in north-east Scotland to the New Forest on the south coast of England. Andrew Boe, general manager at The Compleat Angler, said: “As the world’s largest travel guidance platform, Tripadvisor has unparalleled authority with travellers and diners. As such, it’s a privilege to be recognised by Tripadvisor in this manner, based on reviews and ratings collected throughout the year. This award is a testament to the care and quality which we live by here at The Compleat Angler, and we look forward to welcoming more guests through our doors this summer to showcase the service which makes our hotel so special.” macdonaldhotels.co.uk/compleat-angler PHOTO STARS UNVEILS SPECIAL OFFER Photo Stars Luxury Booth offers photo booth hire in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire using fabulous, retro-inspired wooden photo booths, premium props and a variety of stunning backdrops. For a glamorous setting, the white feather wall backdrop is a musthire, while alternative choices include gold, champagne and iridescent-coloured varieties plus silk drapes and floral and foliage designs. Custom-made backdrops are also a possibility, designed especially to suit a certain theme, and the icing on the cake is a personalised guest book to capture the memories. For a limited time only, wedding bookings secured for dates this year and during 2026 will receive a free upgrade to either a feather wall backdrop worth £100, or a personalised guest book worth £50 (quote Your Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wedding when booking). 07979 683 879 www.photostars.co.uk THE BULL, CHARLBURY IN OXFORDSHIRE NAMED THE UK’S BEST PUB The Bull in Charlbury has been named the UK’s best pub for 2025 after the Oxfordshire venue triumphed at this year’s National Pub & Bar Awards. Owned and operated by the Public House Group, which also runs London venues The Hero and The Pelican, The Bull has cemented its reputation as a leading countryside pub since it reopened in July 2023 under the leadership of founders Phil Winser, James Gummer and Olivier van Themsche. Blending quintessential qualities with the finesse and flawless service of a contemporary operation, the National Pub & Bar of the Year has been praised for its stripped-back design, brilliant front-of-house team and exceptional food coming out of the kitchen. In what can only be described as a mammoth achievement, The Bull was chosen as number one ahead of 255 other pubs and bars from across the UK, all of which had been shortlisted to represent their respective counties at the annual event. Following a change-up to previous years, 94 County Winners were announced live at the awards, as well as Highly Commended venues for each area. Regional Winners were then announced for every region across the UK. All of the 2025 National Pub & Bar Awards winners, including County and Regional, can be found at nationalpubandbarawards.co.uk The National Pub & Bar Awards 2025 is sponsored by Tyrrells, AEL Leisure, Apple Photo Booth, Booker, Cawston Press, Hackney Gelato, ICRTouch, Korker Sausages, Lee Kum Kee, Macphie, Pizzasi, Randall Parker, Salvo 1968, Sky Business, Strongbow, We Love Cake, Wenlock Spring Water and Zapgo. The Tap Bar sponsors were Bubble Bros, Hooch, Krombacher, Nirvana Brewery and Super 8. thebullcharlbury.com 8
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