The Woodhey House Hotel in Chester has released a series of fantastic value family packages, ideal for those looking to keep active kids busy over the upcoming half term. Prices start at only £139 for accommodation, dinner and breakfast for two adults and up to two children, including entry into nearby attractions. Guests can get up close and personal to some of the world's most endangered animals at Chester Zoo or discover the colourful underwater world at the Blue Planet Aquarium.

Located in quiet rural surroundings, Woodhey House Hotel has recently undergone a substantial refurbishment by Focus Hotels Management to provide bright, modern decor in a warm and welcoming environment. Excellent leisure facilities include a heated indoor swimming pool, perfect for keeping younger guests entertained for hours. Meanwhile grown-ups can relax in the sauna and steam room or work-out in the well-equipped gym.

One-night family attraction package available for £139 per family. Prices based on two adults and up to two children sharing and include the following: ● One night's accommodation in a family room ● One day family pass to either the Blue Planet Aquarium or Chester Zoo ● ● Three-course dinner ● Full English breakfast

Two-night family attraction package available from £240 per family. Prices based on two adults and up to two children sharing and include the following: ● Two night's accommodation in a family room ● Two day pass to Chester Zoo and the Blue Planet Aquarium ● ● Three-course dinner on each night ● Full English breakfast on each morning

Subject to availability. Valid until 31 October.

To book please call 0151 339 5121 or visit www.woodheyhouse-hotel- chester.com and quote family1 or family2. -Ends-

Notes to Editor:

About Focus Hotels Founded in July 2007 by hospitality guru Peter Cashman and fellow board directors Alun Edwards and Tony Mylchreest, Focus Hotels provides management and management support services to hotels in key city centres and prime business destinations across the UK.

Offering management and consultancy to UK hotels in the mid-market, Focus Hotels draws on a formidable 60 years of hotel and hospitality industry experience at senior level and an in-depth understanding of the business environment to deliver consistent profitability in an increasingly competitive market.

The Focus Hotels portfolio currently includes 12 unique, credible three- and four-star properties. Focus Hotels is rooted in the belief that there is a strong opening in the current market for quality hotels offering good value and excellent service. Shying away from the ubiquitous standardised 'formula' hotel, the group offers a wide variety of hotel styles at a range of excellent locations, all sharing one thing in common: a determination to offer friendly service, 'home from home' comfort and great value.

CEO Cashman was a founding and main board director of Choice Hotels (CHE Group PLC) for over 20 years and has also held senior management roles with Centre Hotels (now mainly Holiday Inns), Trust House Forte, Comfort Hotels International and Ladbrokes Hotels (now Hilton). He is also currently a director of Kasterlee Ltd, an Irish based hotel brand which operates 10 four-star hotels in Ireland and the UK. For further information please contact:

Eleanore Longley, Flora Gandolfo Jeff Bacall Bacall Associates, 63 Catherine Place, SW1E 6DY Tel: +44 (0) 8704 288 401 Email: eleanore@bacall.net flora@bacall.net jeff@bacall.net Fax: +44 (0) 8704 288 402 www.bacallassociates.co.uk