by Tami Vickery | Dec 6, 2024
We love a bit of fun here at Mandolay, and as Christmas approaches we thought what better time to introduce a couple of great new ideas. Whether it’s a black cat, a four leaf clover, a silver trinket, or a special number, we all have our lucky charms, and this month...
by Tami Vickery | Nov 27, 2024
Now, traditionally we should follow that title with a rousing shout of ‘oh no it isn’t’, but of course we are better than that…’oh no we’re not!’ Of course tradition plays a huge part in any pantomime, there’s the set routines, the clever word play, audience...
by Tami Vickery | Nov 21, 2024
Last month we wrote about how our Managing Director, Matthew Milliken was preparing for the Bournemouth Half Marathon, raising funds for Macmillan Cancer Support. Well, we are delighted to say that Matthew completed the course in a personal best time, and smashed his...
by Tami Vickery | Nov 15, 2024
First off…well done for stepping up, organising any sort of group travel can be a challenge, but it’s also great fun, and very rewarding. There are of course as many group types as there are activities and interests. In the last few months alone, Mandolay has hosted...
by Tami Vickery | Nov 7, 2024
A quick roundup of people and businesses from in and around Guildford that we love. Of course we love Molton Brown, their products have been a feature of our bathrooms for years, and we know how popular they are. If you are in town during your stay, why not visit...
by Tami Vickery | Oct 31, 2024
We will kick off with a mention for our very special friends at Guildford Lions, and their annual bonfire celebration. Saturday November 2nd is the date for the Firework Fiesta, at Stoke Park, with fabulous live music, great food & drink, children’s entertainment,...
by Tami Vickery | Oct 24, 2024
When Morgan, a member of our service team asked a couple in the bar ‘how was your sandwich?’ the question was answered with a genuinely resounding…’Mmmmmmm’. The pair stopped short of actually rubbing their tummies in delight, but the appreciative sound spoke volumes...
by Tami Vickery | Oct 17, 2024
Fun Fact – Surrey has more golf courses in the UKs top 100 than any other county While Sunningdale, Wentworth and St George’s Hill quite rightly gather most of the plaudits, there are a lot of courses in and around Guildford that provide glorious opportunities...
by Tami Vickery | Oct 10, 2024
On Sunday October 13th, our Managing Director Matthew Milliken will be running the 2024 Bournemouth Half Marathon, in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. Everyone at Mandolay would like to wish Matthew every success, as he attempts to smash his own personal best time for...
by Tami Vickery | Oct 3, 2024
We will begin this month’s roundup with our great friends at Guildford Cathedral. This iconic building is well worth a visit at any time, there’s a great café, the interior of the Cathedral is stunning, and the exterior is a must photo opportunity for all horror fans...