Update (1 May, 1:01pm): Some dates have now sold out. There's still availability for arrivals 1–3, 7, 10, 24, 29–31 May; 7 June; 16–17, 30 July; 2, 8, 16, 23, 27, 30 August, 2026. On the edge of the Chiltern Hills, The Mercure Thame Lambert is well placed for exploring Oxfordshire's countryside and quaint market towns. You can also drive to  Blenheim Palace and Oxford in less than 30 minutes. A 3-night stay here saves 37–43% compared to booking with the hotel.

The Crown is "easily one of the best hotels in central Harrogate" ( Country Living Magazine ). More than 300 years old, the property is packed with traditional old-world charm. An overnight stay is £59 and saves 41–62% off a midweek break.

Gorse Hill is an elegant country house surrounded by lush gardens. The Medieval town of Guildford, a gateway to the Surrey Hills, is around 20 minutes' drive away. We've negotiated weekday stays that save 34–58% compared to the hotel's flexible rates.

On the edge of Stratford-upon-Avon, Burnside Hotel is in a great spot for visiting Anne Hathaway's cottage and Shakespeare's Birthplace . Warwick Castle is also within easy reach. We found savings of 27–49% compared to booking direct with the hotel.

Hatton Court Hotel sits between the cathedral city of Gloucester and the market town of Stroud. The ivy-clad country house has sweeping views from the edge of the Cotswolds. We found savings of 30–39% compared to booking the elements separately. 

Forest Lodge in Lyndhurst is a "relaxed country-house hotel" with "super-friendly staff" ( The Daily Telegraph ). It's a great central hub from which to explore the New Forest's walking and cycling routes. Two-night stays are £209 this spring. Travelzoo members save 41–43% on regular prices.

Ye Olde Red Lion is a traditional public house with rooms in East Yorkshire. It's a good base from which to explore the wider county, with York, Hull, and Beverley all within easy reach by car. A 3-night stay is £105, which saves 63% against the property's direct flexible rates.