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Web Release
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Web Release
EXPLORE MOLTON BROWN'S ICONIC FRAGRANCE: ROSE DUNE
Explore Molton Brown's Rose Dune collection inspired by the atmosphere of the Arabian desert and the rich, distinctive scents of the Middle East. Created by Senior Perfumer Philip Paparella, Rose Dune is a sophisticated layering of floral, ambery and woody notes. It's a symbol of the mystic 'desert rose' found in the Arabian Desert. 'A mysterious desert shimmers with rose and rich spices, enwrapped by a sumptuous, early-ambery base.' – Philippe Paparella, Senior Perfumer, describing the Rose Dune collection. This collection was designed with every detail in mind to capture a romantic, hazy desert at sunset; from the spellbinding pearlescent texture of the Bath & Body Gel to the glimmering swirl on the Eau De Parfum cap. Silent and sumptuous, this truly indulgent fragrance is perfect for luxury-loving cultured characters.
Metro
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
What it's like to stay in the £1,800-a-night McLaren Suite at the London Hilton
After filming F1 content for Metro Sport in the McLaren Suite at the Trafalgar St. James hotel, Hilton kindly invited me and my fiancé to stay the night in the £1,800-a-night papaya paradise before it opened to the public. As a motorsport fan, how could I say no to what's essentially an F1 penthouse, complete with its own gaming rig and private bar? I was just glad I wasn't footing the bill, as a standard room starts at £368. Available only 10 nights a year, the suite celebrates 20 years of Hilton and McLaren's partnership and, yes, you get to step into the driver's seat. Here's what I loved, what stood out, and what I'd tweak next time. The hotel has sweeping views of Trafalgar Square, and is a short stroll from Leicester Square and Covent Garden. It's walking distance from numerous theatres, bars and restaurants, ideal for combining sightseeing with a luxury escape. The hotel is well-served by public transport. Charing Cross station is five minutes away and multiple bus routes stop outside, providing easy access to the rest of London. It couldn't be more convenient. Stepping through the hotel's front door, luxury hit me instantly. Right away, I was greeted warmly and my bags whisked off with a smile. Check-in was smooth and before I knew it, I was on a private tour of the suite. This was a lovely added touch, and I recommend it because there's so much to soak up. The suite opens with a bold papaya-orange door. The iconic McLaren shade, this colour scheme continues throughout. Inside, you're met with a massive orange sofa, a 50-inch TV, and the snacks and drinks Lando and Oscar love. The super king bed? A dream. And the twin Molton Brown bathrooms, complete with deep baths and walk-in showers? Pure luxury. You'll feel fresh and sleep like a champion. But it gets better. You're welcomed with a custom gift box featuring a built-in video from McLaren team principal, Zak Brown. All guests are given complimentary McLaren robes and slippers, Nutribullets, sunglasses, signed Lando and Oscar hats, F1 LEGO sets, travel bags, Reiss collab jackets, and a secret grid pass that takes this place to the next level. You're not just booking a room — you're leaving with merch, memories, and a once-in-a-lifetime experience. However, the best is yet to come. That special pass I mentioned? That opens a private door to your own F1 games room. Think: a full bar (more on that later), bean bag-style F1 tyres, a pit wall media setup with four screens showing race highlights, interviews, and live race-day content. But best of all, your very own top-tier McLaren F1 racing simulators. These aren't your average gaming chairs. They are full wraparound screens, force-feedback wheels, and the exact rigs Lando and Oscar used just 48 hours before my stay. I lost hours battling Max at Silverstone and crashing at Monaco. I even roped my fiancé in for a few laps, on condition of post-race champagne to settle any arguments. Now, about that bar I mentioned… This wasn't just a minibar, it rivalled actual hotel bars I've visited. Included in the price was a private happy hour called 'Garage Hour' where a mixologist came to the suite to shake up custom F1 cocktails in race-themed glassware, complete with bar snacks. And if you go a little too hard on the spritz? No worries — they've got you covered with a fresh smoothie delivered to your room the next morning. Now that's five-star recovery. Enjoy cocktails from £17 on the rooftop bar with stunning skyline views or head down to Rockwell Bistro for stylish dining, anytime from 6:30am to 11pm. Think Wagyu beef tartar and small plates like king prawns, sea bass, and Ibérico ham croquetas, all around £13. They also offer 3 dishes for £23 between 12pm and 4pm daily. Prefer to stay in? Room service has you covered. And if none of that suits, you're in central London, so countless great spots are just a short stroll away. Luckily, breakfast is included as it is on the pricier side. Walk-ins will pay £32 plus a 13% service charge, but you can pre-pay for £25 and save a bit. My honest take? The Suite is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. If you've got a spare £2,000 lying around, I'd 100% say go for it, it's unforgettable. More Trending The price tag is steep, and while it's not for everyone, the experience delivers. It's clearly designed for a high-end crowd, and it lives up to that standard. Would I stay again? Hell yes. Check in/check out: You can check in from 3pm, and check out before 12pm. Disability access? Yes. The hotel has lifts and wheelchair access. Standout feature: The location, the McLaren F1 simulators and the private bar. Perfect for: Couples and F1 fans. Not right for: Anyone on a budget. MORE: Open-top tourist bus smashes into tree in central London MORE: Thousands without water across south east London after burst pipe floods roads MORE: Drake's friend stabbed in mob attack hours after seeing star's Wireless performance
Daily Mail
02-07-2025
- Daily Mail
Hotel review: Pennyhill Park
The long sweeping drive leading up to Pennyhill Park is the first indication you are entering a world of unashamed luxury. Enter the 19th century manor house and it's confirmed. The grand entrance hall has smart check-in desks, a roaring fire to your right and an inviting and stylish looking lounge area to the left. Set in 120 acres this is a large hotel offering extensive, top-notch facilities. Its spa is standout, as are its food offerings, which run from a Michelin-starred restaurant to crowd pleasing by-the-pool food and cocktails. Rooms and facilities Our room was abundant with period features and opulent decor. Impressively spacious and with a mix of dark wood furniture, decadent wallpaper and rich fabrics, it had serious wow factor. The bathroom was modern with full sized Molton Brown goodies and a shower occupying the square footage of a small London bedroom. Our room was in the main house (which I'd recommend if budget allows) whilst many of the other 124 are in more modern extensions. Rooms vary in price, size and appeal, but the country house style pervades throughout. Facilities are extensive (which is probably why it's a favourite training venue of the England Rugby ream). The gardens are a delight to stroll or run around, featuring an ornamental waterfall, fishponds and a kitchen garden. You can play tennis on the hotel's courts or hang out in the games room. There's a helipad if that's your preferred mode of transport. The large outdoor pool is a standout offering and in the summer it's a real scene, with smart parasols and loungers, lavender borders and a pool bar serving up cocktails and rosé alongside burgers and salads. Food and drink Pennyhill Park offers Michelin-starred fine dining at Latymer restaurant. Set in a wood panelled room with leaded windows and formal high-backed chairs, this is special occasion room for special occasion food. Less formal, but no less enjoyable is Hillfield. A large, bright, stylish brasserie with a focus is on serving high quality locally sourced ingredients and allowing them to shine. The atmosphere is buzzy and friendly with excellent people watching opportunities. For a drink, the bar adjacent to Hillfield restaurant feels chic and decadent. Try the hotel's own brand gin muddled with herbs from the kitchen garden. In finer weather take your cocktails alfresco on the Lily Pond Terrace . Over at the spa is Themis. A spa cafe, it caters to all tastes - offering the virtuous green goddess salads and smoothies you'd expect. and the burgers you might not. Spa and wellness One of the most extensive and well equipped in the UK, this 45,000 square foot spa is housed in a separate building to the hotel. Though it's incredibly popular the space and design mean it doesn't ever feel over crowded. You could easily spend a whole day here. There are twenty thermal experiences to enjoy, from multiple steam and sauna rooms to cold plunges, foot baths, ice igloos and a tepidarium (where you can lie like lizards on heated ceramic beds). There's also a very well-equipped gym and a large indoor pool (where you can hear music underwater). A bubbling hydrotherapy pool travels from inside the spa to out. The treatment list is comprehensive and caters to any wellness whim. I had a Comfort Zone Best of Both - a combined massage and facial - with an excellent therapist called Niamh (£150). The spa have recently introduced 111SKIN treatments with their Rose Gold Radiance facial, £180, which promises to leave you glowing. Hotel highlights The pool style cabanas are as comfortable as they are Instagram worthy. Relax on the loungers, take a soak in the free-standing copper bath complete with spa jets or raid the mini fridge. If you want privacy just close the automated blinds. The Molton Brown afternoon tea is another not-to-be-missed experience. Think beautiful orange striped William Edwards designed crockery, scented napkins, scones and fragrance inspired cakes. Downsides The modern buildings jarring a little against the original manor house. What to do nearby Windsor Castle and Hampton Court Palace are nearby as are Ascot and Epsom Downs race courses. Best for Honeymooners, spa days, romantic mini breaks. To get more of what you love from your favourite Sunday supplement, follow us on Instagram (@youmagazine), Facebook (YOU Magazine) and X (@YOUMagSocial).
Daily Mirror
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
We found the London hotel with incredible views where celebs stay before events
We checked in to this popular central London hotel to see why it's so popular – with celebrities and 'regular' travellers alike – and discovered spacious rooms and amazing views First impressions when you enter London Hilton on Park Lane, on the edge of Hyde Park, are certainly grand ones, with a glitzy lobby filled with velvet sofas and human-sized bouquets of fresh flowers to greet you. Despite this clearly being a big corporate hotel (there was at least one conference going on when we stayed), the service is super friendly and personal, from the welcome at reception to the cute note from housekeeping on our pillow with the turn down. Lots of guests were obviously repeat visitors, and staff greeted them – and first-timers like us – like old friends. We're told Academy Award-winning actor Susan Sarandon recently stayed here, as did Maura Higgins to get ready before this year's TV BAFTAs. The rooms at London Hilton on Park Lane We were lucky enough to be put in the recently refurbished Executive Park Lane Suite, a huge space on the 25th floor featuring a lounge area, separate bedroom and dressing room, and incredible views out over Hyde Park, with the Serpentine twinkling in the middle. We were particularly taken by the window seat and super-comfy bed, and the large marble bathroom with two sinks, separate bath and shower, and Molton Brown toiletries. If your budget stretches to it, it's a real luxury to have so much space in the city centre, and feels like London's version of a luxury apartment in New York City, overlooking Central Park. One big perk for those staying in an Executive Room or any of the 56 suites is access to the hotel's Executive Lounge, where breakfast is served in the mornings, and drinks and snacks between 5pm-7pm in the evenings – and there's a wide selection, with no limits on the wines, beers, soft drinks and snacks. You could basically dine out here if you so wished. The food atLondon Hilton on Park Lane Instead, however, we headed downstairs for dinner at the hotel's Park Corner Brasserie, a modern British eatery serving elevated classics. Although not a huge number of options for vegetarians, we loved our cabbage and sweetcorn frittata, and there were loads of grill dishes to choose from. Our personal highlight came at the end of the meal with a trio of creme brulées, each one more delicious than the last. How much does it cost to stay atLondon Hilton on Park Lane? Rooms at London Hilton on Park Lane start from £459 for a Twin Guest Room. For a stay that costs a little less, take a look at Citizen M's four London hotels, which start from £208.80 per night, or browse hundreds of other options on
Daily Mirror
14-06-2025
- Daily Mirror
Molton Brown's £28 Father's Day Amazon gift set will arrive in time
If ordered today, the gift set will arrive in time for Father's Day on Sunday Father's Day this year falls on June 15, meaning any last-minute shoppers have less than a day left to secure themselves a gift to give to their beloved dad. Many will be browsing through Amazon thanks to its next-day delivery promise for those with an Amazon Prime account, which is free for the first month. The online retailer has a vast selection of last-minute present ideas, from discount aftershave and jewellery to sentimental ornaments and various tech pieces. For any son or daughter with a dad who enjoys smelling his best, Molton Brown's £28 The Classic Explorer Body and Hair Mini Travel Bag gift set on Amazon may be an option worth considering. The set includes eight travel-sized Molton Brown products packed in a brown travel bag. The complete set costs £28, which means each bottle costs £3.50. Amazon says: "The perfect reusable travel companion for adventurous types, filled with eight signature, intriguing Bath, Body and Hair Care miniatures; upgrade your daily rituals wherever your escapades take you." There are six 30ml shower gels, one body lotion, and one bottle of shampoo. Scents include Molton Brown's signature Recharge Black Pepper and a matching body lotion, as well as Infused Eucalyptus, Coastal Cypress and Sea Fennel, Neon Amber, Dark Leather, and Tobacco Absolute. Meanwhile, the 'hydrating' shampoo is made with camomile. The British, cruelty-free, paraben-free, and vegetarian-friendly brand has been around since 1971. The Classic Explorer Body and Hair Mini Travel Bag 's sleeve is made from 50% recycled materials. According to Amazon, Molton Brown has 97% positive ratings from more than 1,000 customers, with over 50,000 recent orders from this brand. Elsewhere on Amazon, last-minute shoppers can also get this £25 Wooden Phone Docking Station, or this £8.99 Magnet Tool Strip for Screws and Nails, by tomorrow. There's also the option to use Superdrug's 'order and collect in 30 minutes' service, including this Moschino Uomo Eau de Toilette 125ml for £23, which was originally £70. Elsewhere, Boots is offering up to half price on selected perfumes, like this 50ml bottle of Diesel Only The Brave for £30 - was £60. On Amazon, The Classic Explorer Body and Hair Mini Travel Bag has an overall customer star rating of 4.7 out of five from hundreds of reviews. Customers say the set is 'great quality', with 'beautiful' scents and 'good value for money'. Many appreciate its travel-friendly size and consider it a nice gift, with one customer noting it's ideal for holidays. The size of the bottles, however, has received mixed feedback - while some find it perfect for travelling with a favourite product, others say they're very small. One person said: "Bought for my dad, he was over the moon." A second put: "Lovely gift item. Good quality product for a reasonable price." A third wrote: "Love molton brown and nice present, but was expecting the bag to be bigger." A fourth said: "My man loves it, so easy, can bring it everywhere." Someone else said: "Very nice smelling travel set. Strong and nice bag. Quick delivery and good value." One more added: "Good way to try different fragrances and ideal for holidays." However, an unimpressed customer shared: "Expensive for what you get, in my opinion." And another said: "Toiletry bag looks cheap considering the price."
