Honda Civic Type-R takes home ‘Best Hot Hatch’ award at the Auto Express New Car Awards

Type R rises as champion of Hot Hatch Catagory

Every year Auto Express holds the New Car Awards which one of the industry’s most anticipated award ceremonies.  Created in Britain’s very own Swindon, the Honda Civic Type-R was celebrated last year by being awarded with the Auto Express New Car Award for ‘Best Hot Hatch’. This is known as the most prestigious award in the industry, held for only the highest standard of car.

The car provides exhilarating drive and thrilling speeds - while being practical on an everyday basis. This makes it great for enjoying some high octane driving, but still being able to use as you would any car. Overall, it’s the perfect result for the project, and makes for a wonderful hot hatch.

The perfect driver experience

Honda stated that the vision for the ‘civic Type R’ was superior manoeuvrability of which the driver can put complete confidence in - making the driver feel like they could continue driving infinitely. This dream manifested in reality in the form of this Civic type R.

But we understand - you can’t believe all the hype, so take it from Auto Express Magazine editor who commented that ‘the latest Civic Type R is a shining example of Hondas superlative engineering prowess.’ He went on to say that it sets a new benchmark in class and is the perfect successor to Honda’s great hot hatches of the past.

Fast response

The Honda responds to the driver instantly with zero delay, and with a range of model available you can decide how you want to drive, whether you want to cruise – or to kick it up a notch. The car measures speed, roll, and G force for all road types and conditions and then properly adjusts suspension, steering resistance, gearshift and throttle responds to the perfect conditions are met accordingly. Amazing.

The managing director at Honda UK commented that the awards were excellent news, and that he’s really pleased that customers will be able to receive their car safe in the knowledge that the car is going to be of brilliant quality before they take delivery of it!

You can have a look at a selection of quality cars including the new Type-R at Honda North Wales the go to location for Honda cars for sale Llandudno.

Gwynt y Mor – Fabulous Homes With Luxurious Living

There’s nothing quite like living by the sea. For eons, mankind has forged a great love for the seafront, and it has been referenced many times in all forms of media. From old poems which wistfully describe the wonder of the sea to modern day television, the sea has long since captured mankind’s attention and devotion—and we are thrilled to announce that a brand new development of luxury apartments for sale North Wales.

Gwynt y Mor is the first offering from a talented new build house developer in Conwy named Brenig Homes, and the site, if anything, is utterly outstanding.

Despite being newcomers to the North Wales housing market. Brenig Homes have certainly made a splash with the wonderfully named Gwynt y Mor (or Sea Breeze, in English) which manages to do the impossible – be of a solid build quality with enough considerate attention to detail and high quality interiors to match the quality of the land of which is it built upon.

The devil is in the detail, and it certainly shows with this fledgling housing developer’s first attempt – put simply, Gwynt y Mor knocks larger, more established developers’ efforts out of the park.

Saying that, Gwynt y Mor does have a single drawback.

Gwynt y Mor looks to be a solid investment for those looking to put resources into the property market – but it also looks like an investment you might have trouble parting with. Make no mistake – you certainly will sell your little piece of Gwynt y Mor when the time comes, here’s absolutely no doubt about it – but you might find yourself attached to the place.

And why not? Occupying magnificent land and boasting unparalleled views of Rhos on Sea harbour, as well as occupying one of the cutest little towns in North Wales is absolutely no mean feat, and Gwynt y Mor manages to combine truly luxurious living with fantastic views, positioning, and a superb build quality which is making waves in the North Wales area, giving much larger developers a run for their money.   

Dog Training vs Canine Behaviourists

When you’re dealing with a problem dog, it can be a jarring experience for both you and the dog in question. Sometimes, friendly advice from your peers and books on dog ownership simply don’t cut it – especially when the problem is pressing and could cause a very real possibility of injury to yourself, your dog, or even someone else in the future. When you’ve decided that enough is enough, you need the help of a professional in order to enable you to trust your dog again- fortunately there is help to hand in very many different forms - Dog Training among the most effective.  

Some owners tend to prefer the services canine behaviourists offer, and some prefer dog training. There are some that will try anything, as long as it works. With that considered, what exactly is the best port of call for you and your dog?

There are canine behaviourists and dog training centres, but which works the best for you? Which can give you the highest chance of success? That can be a pretty tough question in itself of course. For instance, a lot of the services a dog training centre and a canine behaviourist offers can vary, and are very much geared toward the owner rather than the dog in question, with canine behaviourists generally tending to visit the owner and dog’s home on a residential basis, and dog training generally requiring that the owner and the dog travel to their facility.

However, there are outliers which can supply absolutely everything which is needed. Specialist dog training centres such as Kelford Dog Training Centre which is tucked away in the pretty Welsh countryside offer completely bespoke services which are intended solely for the dog’s benefit, though of course don’t spare any detail for the owners.

For instance, Kelford Dog Training provide bespoke dog training which is conducted by staff which are qualified in both canine and human psychology, allowing you and your dog to see eye-to-eye and eliminate unwanted behaviours such as aggression or other nervous behaviours via understanding and retraining.

Kelford Dog Training Centre provides a number of services which are tailored to your convenience, as well. As you’re working hard to understand your dog, you’ll be put up in supremely luxurious private accommodation in the heartlands of this beautiful area, and enjoy long trips to the nearby Welsh town of Llangollen and to the nearby forests which allow you unforgettable, entirely beautiful scenery in order to relax and unwind with your best friend.

Advantages of Wood Burning Stoves over Other Types of Heating

Every year winter hits us hard and the long winding cold spell well and truly hits us for a period of several months. Each time we have to cuddle up with our blankets, put our heating on full blast and ensure the cold spell. Uncomfortable and expensive!

There is a better way to deal with the cold time of the year, and now is the time to start considering your options and making plans to avoid another cold and costly winter. Instead of paying a fortune on your heating bills, a one time purchase of a Charnwood wood burning stove could be the key to a cosy winter.

There are a plethora of benefits to keep your home pleasantly warm with wood burning stoves, and this is why.

Cost efficiency

We all know that the price of energy associated with heating is only getting higher and higher. Heating our homes this way has become an expensive exercise that we have to endure every year. The actual long term cost of a wood burning stove and the materials required to run it are far less in the long run than typical heating strategies.

Cosy warmth

The type of heat you could expect to enjoy through a wood burning stove is far more cosy and natural than that of the heat produced through radiators. You can feel the warm blanket brushing across your body as your wood burning stove hits its top gear.

Energy independency

Energy sources such as electricity, gas and oil should not be taken for granted. Gas and oil are non-renewable energy sources that mean they are going to run out one day, since electricity has to be produced largely through associated methods. This suggests that it is unrealistic for prices to stay the same in the future. Installing a wood burning stove is future-proofing your home, whilst benefitting your own home through self-dependence.

Reliability

The climate is ever changing and putting our existing methods and sources at risk. Power is slowly becoming more unreliable and if you were to experience a cut during the winter months, you would be sure to have a cold few days! A great thing about wood burning stoves is that they are very reliable, ensuring that you always have access to some warmth.

Environmentally friendly

Another fantastic benefit of wood burning stoves is that in contrary to fossil fuels, wood fuel is carbon neutral, meaning that wood burning stoves don’t increase the level of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. Any carbon dioxide emitted is replaced by new trees that are growing as we speak, since they are able to absorb it and re-release oxygen.

One of the most highly recommended types perfect for your home are the Charnwood wood burning stoves, which can offer you longevity, quality and cost efficiency for the next several years.

Fabulous Lodges for Sale in Snowdonia

Snowdonia is a wonderful place, and those that own holiday homes have a fantastic advantage by owning property there. Snowdonia is one of the rare places which is open all year – and no matter what time of the year you visit this National Park, Snowdonia has so much to see and do, it’s almost guaranteed that you won’t tire and absolutely won’t get bored. There are also a series of beautiful holiday homes for sale in Snowdonia – whether your tastes lean toward lodges or caravans we’re absolutely certain that you’ll be spoiled for choice by the offerings North Wales provides in such abundance.

There are a great many holiday parks in Snowdonia, but we think there’s one that is head and shoulders above the rest when it comes to a truly luxurious experience in the heart of the Snowdonia region.

It doesn't get much more luxurious than
Ogwen Bank's beautiful lodges.

With very many luxury brands of both lodges for sale and caravans such as Willerby, Swift, and of course Victory, you can get a high quality break in Snowdonia whenever you like with so many holiday homes for sale at Ogwen Bank – 25 acres of beautiful, unspoiled woodland which offers wonderful views and proximity to the pretty Welsh town of Bangor.

Ogwen Bank's Bar is situated within the pretty
country club which is open to all guests. 

Ogwen Bank has a series of facilities that we’re sure you’ll appreciate, their pretty country club is open to residents and guests throughout the year and offers good food, a fantastic selection of drinks from it’s fully licensed bar and excellent staff which are both friendly and very helpful in helping you make the very most of your holiday in Wales.

Seiont Manor's pool is utterly delightful.

Ogwen Bank offer quite a lot of incentive to owners too – owners of both lodges and caravans at Ogwen Bank are more than welcome to take advantage of nearby Seiont Manor’s spa facilities and pool, at absolutely no charge. Seiont Manor, originally an 18th Century farmstead converted into a Country House, is luxurious and rather stately, and we’re certain that a day of pampering is exactly what you need to truly feel refreshed on your holiday.

Should you not be the cucumber water and steam room type and instead favour the great outdoors and the variety of nail-biting white knuckle adventures the region provides, Ogwen Bank’s position is rather enviable indeed. Right next to Zip World Velocity and a stone's throw away from Surf Snowdonia, Ogwen Bank truly has it all – just waiting for you to experience as you visit again and again.

Luxury Seafront Apartments in Wales

For those looking for something a little bit special in their home – Brenig Homes have something which is built with you in mind. Gwynt y Mor is a beautiful new development on one of the prettiest coastlines within North Wales, offering new homes for sale North Wales which are built to exacting specification, in one of the most beautiful locations in the area.

Gwynt y Mor, or “Sea Breeze” in English, is a development which is placed right by the sea in the very pretty Rhos On Sea. Gwynt y Mor is a series of new build apartments for sale in North Wales which offer opulent luxury and the very highest of specification for you and your family – as well as incredible views of the blue sea and sky, in one of the most beautiful and vibrant little towns on the North Wales coast – and also the most desired coastal location within North Wales.

These 7 luxury apartments provide you with quality on the inside as well. Each and every one of these spacious, high quality apartments offer open plan living, with a dining room and kitchen which is directly connected to a balcony with the most glorious sea views directly off the lounge. Imagine shaking off sleep and waking up while watching the sun rise over the sea – and coming home to witness the beautiful sky as the sun sets – causing the most phenomenal colours across the vast expanse of blue.

The specification and the finish of these luxury apartments for sale in North Wales is fantastic, as well. You’ll be able to enjoy a high-quality designer kitchen with granite worktops and integrated appliances will put the cherry on top. Master bedrooms enjoy large and expansive ensuite bathroom and shower rooms, and granite worktops are fitted as standard.

To learn more about these fantastic properties, visit local estate agent Fletcher and Poole and ask about Gwynt y Mor in order to learn more about these 7 beautiful apartments.  

Lodge Holidays and Holiday Homes for Sale Snowdonia

Staying in a Holiday Lodge is are a great way to spend a weekend or week away with family or friends, and these types of holiday are becoming more and more popular, due to the quality of the lodges, as well as there extremely nice location. Lodges give you the luxury of having all the mod cons and a home from home experience, sometimes to an even higher quality of your own home, but in the outdoor, camping environment, in close access to many attraction and outdoor activities, literally at your doorstep.

Lodges have usually got an open floor plan, very large windows, and a fantastic atmosphere, which all combines very well to give you a real holiday feel. Even if you are unsure about taking a week away in a Lodge, a weekend will be a great taster, and will definitely leave you wanting more, especially if you pick the right spot, and know what kind of things to do are around and what attractions are nearby. Popular locations for lodges are in holiday parks dotted across the country, often close to picturesque places such as Snowdonia in North Wales where you able to enjoy fantastic rivers, or glistening lakes, with activities and scenery giving you the perfect holiday experience.

This environment is perfect for young families and friends that allow them to really have a fun filled holiday, with endless activities that will keep them busy and active! The surrounding landscape will often be perfect for a walk or barbeque on a lovely summer evening. A great place to stay is in the Snowdonia area, where there is a wealth of lodges in the area, with a recommended park called Gwydyr Park Holiday Park, which has a beautiful area and fantastic location, perfect for you and your friends or families holidays. Fun for all the family!

Morfa Lodge holiday park provides several pitches for tourers but for those looking for a more permanent fixuture, check out their holiday homes for sale in Snowdonia. 

Caravan Parks Mid Wales

Brightwaters Lakes is a lovely family run Caravan Park Mid Wales. Set in 30 acres of magnificent valley, country views and lakes, it is a very tranquil and relaxing place to spend your holidays and for those looking for a holiday home there are new and pre-owned caravans and lodges to choose from.

Located close to the Shropshire and Powys border in Mid Wales, Brightwaters Lakes is within easy reach of Midlands, Merseyside and Cheshire. The Park has two fully stocked fishing lakes an indoor heated swimming pool and numerous on site facilities and activities.

Brightwater lakes offer a lot more than just a caravan holiday. They also have onsite holiday homes and lodges for sale. With an extra long season from March to December (10 months), this is a wonderful place to enjoy numerous holidays throughout the year. There are many plots available, including valley views, close to the lake and even extra large plots if you think you may need them for you ever growing family or friends. All the lodges are located with extra large plots and gardens and have a 40 year license. Whether you are looking for new or pre-owned holiday homes you will certainly find what you are looking for at Brightwater Lakes.

Within 5 miles of Brightwater Lakes lies the market town of Welshpool, which is a lovely place to visit for a spot of lunch or some shopping.

You will never be bored at Brightwater Lakes with various activities and facilities to keep the whole family entertained including fishing, tennis, swimming, numerous play areas, football, basketball, putting green and games rooms.

There are also numerous games, competitions and trips organised by the park to keep you entertained throughout your whole trip. Of course if you prefer to take it easy and stroll around the grounds at your own pace, or just sit and take in the magnificent views surrounding the park then why not, it’s your holiday at the end of the day!!

How to Create a Perfectly Minimal Looking Kitchen

The clean and clear kitchen seems like a myth when you have a busy family, who make your kitchen the heart of the home. But the un-used and perfectly uncluttered kitchen does exist and it can easier than you think to achieve this idealised look. Kitchen designers Rhyl are doing a few things to create the perfect look.

Hidden appliances – Hiding away your washing appliances by having them built great way to maintain the clean and consistent flow of style. Even if you don’t initially notice a white washing machine next a white worktop any breaks in the countertops will break up your style and kitchen flow.

Handle less countertops – If you really love that minimal look, then this is the one for you. Handless countertops work beautifully in the modern kitchen. Monochromes or bold and bright; going handless will certainly declutter and make your kitchen seem much less busy.

Organised Cupboards - The secret for many in keeping an organised space is keeping organised storage solutions. In today’s modern kitchen, it’s easier than ever to keep your pots, pans and ingredients organised away, yet easily accessible at the same time. Dedicated ingredients cupboards help to keep your food fresh whilst, deep plinth drawers give your more space than you knew you had.

Long splashbacks – To create a beautifully sleek and consistent look, try using long splashbacks that take up the entire counter space. It certainly allows you to add a pop of colour without being too busy.

Know your lifestyle – If you’re generally an untidy person but so want the clean and clear look – it might be best to think about closed cupboards rather than open shelves. However, if you’re tidy and can cope with showing off a few of your kitchen essentials, then you can certainly get away with glass cabinets or open shelving.