Feeling Blue? Book a Holiday!

As soon as Christmas and the New Year celebrations are over life can seem a bit dull.
Booking a holiday might be just the thing to chase the blues away and give you something to look forward to!

Why not come and visit us at The Malthouse B&B in Staffordshire?

10 reasons to stay with us:

1.  We are friendly!
     Making sure our guests have a great stay is our priority.

2.  It won't take you too long to get to us as we are in the heart of England.
     The sooner you arrive the sooner you can switch off and start enjoying your break!

3.  Our accommodation is clean, cosy, comfortable and good value for money.
     All our bedrooms are en-suite.  Wifi and Car Parking are free.

4. Breakfast!  We love to eat and enjoy serving food to our guests.
    We offer a variety of breakfasts from light bites, veggie options through to belly busters.  

5  Our location is great! 
    Our home is in the pretty village of Alton perfect for rest and relaxation.
    But if hustle and bustle are your things there are cities just 30 minutes drive away.

6.  Evening Meals.
     There are lovely pubs in Alton serving delicious food all within very easy walking distance. 
     Fancy a drive out?  You will find everything from fast food to fancy restaurants nearby.

7.  We are in the heart of the countryside, the Peak District is just 5 miles away. 
     It's really beautiful here with plenty of places to sit and relax, walk and cycle.

8.  Shop till you drop!  If you like to spend take a trip out and away you go.
     You will find, high street stores, charming independent shops, local market towns,
      pottery factory shops and shopping villages.  You won't have a problem spending your money!

9.  Be a tourist and visit: Chatsworth House, Gladstone Pottery Museum, Alton Towers Theme Park,
     Heights of Abraham, Wedgewood Museum, Churnet Valley Railway to mention a few 

10.  We are sure you will enjoy time here and want to come and stay with us again
       It will be our pleasure to welcome you back!


To check accommodation availability or book visit our website www.the-malthouse.com OR please telephone us on 01538 703273.  Have a query?  Please email us enquiries@the-malthouse.com.        

Calling All Adults!

Now that the School Summer Holidays are almost over it's a great time for adults to enjoy a break away.  Most kids start back to school this week, so tourist attractions should be a little quieter mid week than they have been for a while.

If you want to take a break why not telephone our B&B (01538 703273) to check availability?  We're  located in the beautiful village of Alton in Staffordshire. 

Alton is a perfect place to stay at if you're looking for relaxation, Alton Towers Theme Park fun, countryside walks, musuems/galleries, shopping or just a good rest to recharge your batteries!

You can telephone The Malthouse Bed & Breakfast 01538 703273 to enquire about accommodation or if you prefer you can book online.

Leek Jesters Scooterfest 20 May 2012

Amongst many local events taking place this summer is Scooterfest presented by Jesters Scooter Club based in the nearby town of Leek.

Here are a couple of snaps taken at previous Scooterfests.

This years festival is the 8th annual Scooterfest organised by The Jesters Club.  The event is popular and as you can see well attended by scooter enthusiasts from near and far.  The majority of scooters are vintage Lambretta and Vespa but there are always a few more modern day scooters in attendance.

Scooterfest 2012 takes place on Sunday 20 May from 11am at Silk Street car park in Leek.  As well as prizes for a custom show there will be a parts fair, live band, market stalls, hog roast and other entertainments.  Entry to Scooterfest is free!  Travel to Leek by foot, car OR if you have one scooter!  Visit http://www.jesterssc.co.uk/ to find out more.