England
London’s historic pubs
For a true measure of London life, pay a visit to one of the capital’s best historic pubs WORDS George Dailey Cittie of Yorke In 1951, Dylan Thomas, one of the finest Welsh poets ever to…
Kensington Palace: A Royal Home
As royal wedding excitement hits fever pitch, we explore the London borough the newlyweds will call home Words Chantal Borciani Flanked by the verdant acres of Hyde Park and a stone’s throw from walks along…
History of London’s Mayfair and St James
From Royal parks and palaces, to clothing and consumables fit for a king, this district forms the very heart of London. Discover how much this area was developed on the whims of royals and canny aristocrats.
Top five London markets
For a true taste of London life, take a morning stroll around a city market before the crowds arrive Portobello Road Market Spanning the 1.5 miles from the shabby-chic charm of Ladbroke Grove to the…
Beautiful photos of Cornwall
With its sleepy villages, hidden coves and historic harbours, Cornwall is an ever-popular location for those seeking a slice of the rural idyll Cornwall’s majestic coastline and stunning countryside has been long been charming visitors,…
Roman London
London is one of the great cities of the modern world, but it is built on ancient foundations. Here, we go in search of its origins There is a school of thought that considers the…
Britain’s most haunted cities
Britain’s long history and the romantic sensibility of its people are perhaps two reasons why tales of spooky encounters are so common – and it’s in our oldest cities that you’ll find the most ghost…
Britain’s most spectacular stately homes
As these photos show, we have some gorgeous grand houses in Britain, from giants such as Blenheim Palace, Chatsworth and Highclere Castle to lesser-known gems From Downton fantasies to dreams of Mr Darcy, nothing captures…
Bath on screen
The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Bath has been the scenic backdrop for many big and small screen productions, most recently in ITV’s current series Belgravia and McDonald and Dodds. Get your fix of the…
Your essential guide to Oxford
The university city in southeast England is easy to explore on foot and is a hub of museums, galleries and historic buildings