It would be a jolly nice idea to start the new year with some great news, wouldn't it? And that's exactly what we have for you. There's a new and simpler pricing structure for midweek breaks at the splendid, five star, award-winning self catering cottages at Combermere Abbey. In fact, it's so simple, so straight forward, that the word 'structure' is hardly appropriate.

For fifty weeks in the year (that is, excluding Christmas and New Year) a three night break in one of the four-bed cottages is just a single price. Forget seasonal variations and random fluctuations. No matter the time of year, the price is just £360. And, as you doubtless spotted immediately, that's just £30 per person per night - which is outstanding value for a stay in some of the loveliest self catering cottages in the country.

You'll be able to relax in utter tranquility, walk in the woods and alongside the lake, explore the many pretty and historic villages within easy reach of Combermere, step out to Chester and Shrewsbury for both shopping opportunities and a taste of real border heritage, and indulge yourself in any of the great country pubs which are within easy reach along the Cheshire/Shropshire border country. We can supply superb local produce, from fruit and veg to locally-made fruit gins and vodkas if you wish. And on colder evenings you can toast your toes by a real open fire.

For more information on midweek breaks at the Combermere Abbey cottages click here . . . but there's no need to ask the price (hint: it'll be £360!).