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PAMPER YOUR POOCH ON NATIONAL DOG DAY AT SOUTH SANDS HOTEL

August 2017

Pamper your pooch on National Dog Day, which falls on Saturday August 26th, and treat them to a trip to South Sands Hotel!

Salcombe's seaside gem South Sands has always been a luxury dog friendly hotel, situated right on the beach in Salcombe's stunning estuary. The boutique hotel welcomes dogs and humans alike with its classy, understated beachside décor that combines timeless seaside-chic with a modern touch.

Commenting on the hotel's welcoming attitude to dogs, director Stephen Ball says: “We love dogs at South Sands and we're very happy to accommodate them. South Sands beach welcomes dogs from October through to May and our neighbouring North Sands beach all year round. On top of that there are the dramatic coastal paths to explore, allowing your dogs time off the lead to experience our beautiful craggy scenery with freedom.” 

For the owners, South Sands offers a fantastic culinary experience too! Head chef Allister Bishop's menus stand apart for their creativity blended with a level of simplicity, encouraged by knowing the lure of fresh beach side produce and divine country living. Wherever possible, Allister uses local ingredients and integrates foraged food into the menu and the food is matched with carefully chosen wines and cocktails.

Bar manager Will Neal also frequently incorporates seasonal, foraged ingredients with locally produced drinks into cocktails and non-alcoholic options. The spectacular curved wall of the restaurant's pristine French windows presents a breath-taking centrepiece to the extraordinary bar and terrace area. The unparalleled views overlook the brilliant blue, green colours of the Salcombe Estuary and end result is a sensational dining experience. 

The combination of the locally sourced and foraged menus, seaside interiors and beautiful, natural décor inspired by the coastal surroundings, work together to create the inspiring, luxury experience South Sands Hotel is recognised for under the creative direction of Stephen Ball. Whether it's first-rate dining, a romantic escape, a wedding or a corporate event space required – or 'just because' - South Sands Hotel is the perfect dog-friendly destination. Doubles cost from £170.

Dog rules:

• A charge of £19.50 per dog per night will be applied to dog staying in the hotel room/beach suite
• A maximum of 2 dogs in room/beach suite
• Guest at check in will have to sign the "south sands dog policy" document
• Dogs are not allowed on the sofa or on the furniture so dog blankets are provided at reception.
• There is a dog friendly area in the restaurant
• South Sands Hotel has one room available in each room category which welcomes dogs, except J Class.
• Dog food is not provided
• Dogs are welcome in the bar, lounge and on the terrace on a lead

For further information on South Sands hotel visit www.southsands.com, email enquiries@southsands.com. To keep up to date with their latest news follow South Sands on Twitter (@SouthSandsHotel), like on Facebook or follow on Instagram @SouthSandsBoutiqueHotel.

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“It's got to be the best seaside spot in Britain. South Sands snuggles right up to the beach of the same name, and at high tide, the waves slop almost up to the fabulous wraparound terrace – a fine spot for dinner when it's warm, and a fabulous one for breakfast with the sun rising over the low hills across the estuary. The chef, Allister Bishop, produces an ambitious menu that's big on local ingredients, some foraged – fish crab, sea lettuce, purslane. The 22 rooms are neutral in décor, but eminently comfy: it's all about the views over the sumptuous, boat-filled waterway. So splash out, get a room at the front, then sit back and watch the traffic.” Sunday Times Ultimate 100 British Hotels, October 2016. 

Notes to editor:

1. South Sands Hotel is located on South Sands beach just outside Salcombe town center in a secluded cove. There is a ferry which operates between April and October (subject to sea and weather conditions) which takes guests from the hotel into the heart of Salcombe
2. Gift vouchers for all occasions are available
3. A full list of forthcoming events – including wine suppers, beer fests, murder mysteries and 'Forest and Beach' days - can be found on the website
4. Recently included in the Sunday Times 'Ultimate 100 British Hotel Guide 2016', South Sands is a bespoke hotel offering outstanding personal service to all guests, situated right on the beach. An idyllic setting, with stunning views, it offers a true taste of this fashionable seaside town at its very best.

For further information, photography, an interview with executive chef Allister Bishop, or a press visit to South Sands Hotel, please contact:

Hayley Reynolds at RAW PR and Marketing - hayley@rawprandmarketing.co.uk;

Tel: 07887 474 104; @RawSW; @HayleyJReynolds