Forecasters predict balmy March for UK
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Spring seems to have sprung in the UK, with fields of flowers suddenly coming into bloom.
Crocuses have already appeared in several parts of the UK, and forecasters predict that this is just the start of several weeks of mild weather.
Temperatures are already above average for the time of year, with some parts of the country enjoying highs of up to 14C over the weekend.
Although temperatures are expected to drop back down to the average of 6C to 8C tomorrow, forecasters predict that things should warn up again by mid-week.
Met office forecaster George Goodfellow told the Daily Mail: "It certainly hasn't been quite as warm as it has been over the last few days but temperatures are still above average for this time of year.
"It may rain in northern parts into Monday morning but it should then start to to brighten up again.
"The weather system is coming in from the Atlantic which is relatively warm this time of year but also brings a lot of moisture in with it.
"In some parts it looks as though the good weather could continue for the next 30 days."
Click on the image below for our guide to the top ten hotels in the UK in 2012...
Tripadvisor's top ten hotels in the UK 2012
- 2: Hillside Hotel, Ventnor, Isle of Wight<p> This 18th century grade II listed country house boasts panoramic seaviews. Tripadvisor reviewers admire its "minimalistic Scandinavian chic". Book a seaview room for the best experience. Prices: Double room including breakfast from £68. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.hillsideventnor.co.uk/" target="_blank">hillsideventnor.co.uk</a></p>
- 3: Rudding Park Hotel, Harrogate, Yorkshire<p> Voted number one best UK hotel in 2010 and 2011, this "amazingly friendly hotel" is singled out as a place to escape all the pressures of everyday life. Many Tripadvisor reviewers recommend staying in the new Follifoot wing, with spacious rooms and bathrooms and balconies with views. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.ruddingpark.co.uk/">ruddingpark.co.uk</a>.</p>
- 4: Beechwood Hotel, North Walsham, East Anglia<p> Priding itself as the ideal touring base for the North Norfolk coast, this small hotel has won several accolades, including two AA rosettes and a Visit Britain Gold award for quality. Tripadvisor reviewers loved the "exceptional" food and "the most friendly hotel staff we've ever encountered." Book a garden room or a four-poster bed for the best experience. Prices: Double room including breakfast from £100. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.beechwood-hotel.co.uk/" target="_blank">beechwood-hotel.co.uk</a>.</p>
- 5: Crimdon Dene Hotel, Torquay, Devon<p> This hotel, nestled in the heart of the English Riviera, had reviewers lavishing praise on everything from its friendly owners - to its "five-star breakfast". "Nothing was too much trouble" - to its Overall, it gets the thumbs up for being " A great little hotel and excellent value for money". Prices from £54 per double including breakfast. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.crimdondenehotel.co.uk/" target="_blank">crimdondenehotel.co.uk.</a></p>
- 6: Yealdon House Hotel, Bideford, Devon<p> Sitting on the banks of the River Torridge, this secluded country retreat set in landscaped gardens is praised for its wonderful location and food that is "out of the world". Book a river facing view room for the best views. Prices: from £80 per double room including breakfast. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.yeoldonhousehotel.co.uk/" target="_blank">yeoldonhousehotel.co.uk.</a></p>
- 7: Chambers Park Place, Leeds<p> It's here that you'll find "the perfect mix of contemporary and homely', says one Tripadvisor reviewer. These serviced apartments, part of a restored turn of the century building, offer "very friendly staff" and "chic decor". All in all "a great find". Prices from £99 per night for a studio. For more information visit <a href="http://www.morethanjustabed.com/park-place-serviced-apartments-leeds.html" target="_blank">morethanjustabed.com</a>.</p>
- 9: Number Four at Stow, Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucester<p> A Cotswolds hideaway, this boutique hotel was praised by reviewers for its "very high standards", "excellent service" and "great restaurant". Rooms at the back offer lovely countryside views. Prices: From £90 per double including dinner and breakfast. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.hotelnumberfour.co.uk/" target="_blank">hotelnumberfour.co.uk</a>.</p>
- 8: Shelley's, Lynmouth, Devon<p> Offering "sea views to die for", this quirky hotel has been established for 250 years. Named after the 19th century poet who stayed here with his child bride Harriet, in 1812, the place is steeped in history. Reviewers love its "charm and friendliness". Choose a conservatory balcony room for the best of all worlds. Prices: from £79 for a double room, including breakfast. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.shelleyslynmouth.co.uk/" target="_blank">shelleyslynmouth.co.uk.</a></p>
- 1: Charterhouse Hotel, Torquay<p> Surrounded by treelined meadows yet just 100 yards away from the sandy beach and seafront, this hotel's unique location isn't the only thing that had reviewers raving. The warm welcome, spotless rooms, homemade bread and cakes and wonderful views all get repeated mentions. The Riviera Suites are recommended. Prices: From £60 per double, including breakfast. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.charterhouse-hotel.co.uk/" target="_blank">charterhouse-hotel.co.uk</a>.</p>
- 10: Bath House Hotel, Chard, Somerset<p> This contemporary hotel is a "little gem" hidden rather somewhat implausibly upstairs from a Chinese restaurant. With six "beautifully styled" rooms, it offers "unique style", according to Tripadvisor reviewers. Romantics should book the Red Room. Prices: Double rooms from £79 including breakfast. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.bathhousehotel.uk.com/" target="_blank">bathhousehotel.uk.com</a></p>
