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The article features some of the so-called distinctly different holiday homes in Great Britain. The Prospect Tower in Kent was built in 1808 and was restored by the Landmark Trust. The Corsewall Lighthouse in Kirkholm, Stanrare, offers the charm and romance of an 1815 lighthouse with the comforts of a luxury hotel. The Tea House is a guesthouse that boasts views of the Tudor gatehouse. Other unique holiday homes in Great Britain include the Doyden Castle and the Cambridge Lodge.

The article discusses the history of taking tea in Great Britain and explores some of the best tearooms in the country. The first commercial tea imports from China began in the mid-1660s and taking afternoon tea later became popular as a social ceremony. The Balmoral Hotel in Edinburgh, Scotland offers traditional Scottish tea, while Claridges in London, England is reportedly known for its cakes. The Rectory Tearooms in Cornwall, England is also recommended.

The article various topics related to food and drink in Great Britain. Topics discussed include the history of the Top of the Tower restaurant; the closure of the Ria's Rosy Lee Tearoom in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, England run by Ria Jefferies due to her pregnancy; and the Autumn Food & Country Fair to be held in England in October 9, 2016 which will feature a show jumping Shetland pony, sheep dogs working with ducks, giant vegetables and classic cars.

The article presents information on several factors to be considered by farmers in opening a tearoom or restaurant. The menus and prices of the establishment should be based on the target market and the offerings of the competitors. Aside from commercial kitchen suppliers, catering auctions also serve a useful source of second-hand kitchen equipment. Farmers should register with the British Local Authority and obtain premises and personal license. INSETS: Joanna Mounce;Sue Milverton.

The article discusses visiting several tourist attractions in London, England. The author describes traveling to the area of Kew and eating Maid of Honour pastry cakes in a tearoom, touring Kensington Palace, and boat rides along the Regent Canal. Other topics include the National Archives, dining in the West End, and the 2012 Olympic Games.

The article deals with topics on culture, travel, style and heritage in Great Britain. The topics range from the Top Tea Place of the Year awards given by the Tea Guild, the re-introduction of the red squirrel on Anglesey, and the coming release of a book of Royal Family photographs by Marcus Adams, which coincides with an exhibition of the photographer's work at Windsor Castle.

The article presents brief descriptions of several tearooms in Great Britain including "Betty's Cafe" in York, "Willow Tea Room" in Glasgow, and "Sally Lunn's" in Bath.

The article presents the result of the survey conducted by estate agent Savills on the top 10 most desirable villages in Great Britain. The lists include three pubs, two tea rooms, a 14th-century church and a new village hall. Cerne Abbas Giant lead in the survey for the picturesque ruins of its 10th -century Benedictine Abbey which bring visitors to help sustain the village's amenities. Other villages named in the survey include Long Melford, Suffolk, and Llyswen.

The article presents some reflections on country life. It notes that geisha girls and actors use nightingale droopings to remove their makeup. It mentions that farm tea shops in England are looking for geishas in preparation for an influx of Japanese visitors. It suggests dishes that may tempt Hilary Benn, the vegetarian minister of the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs of Great Britain, to eat meat such as barbecue spare ribs.