Essex: From vibrant coastline to picturesque countryside
Essex is the perfect place to get away from it all. Situated on the doorstep of London the county offers a vibrant coastline and picturesque countryside.
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The most romantic castles in England
From the haunting beauty of isolated ruins to the majesty of some of Britain’s most ostentatious buildings, here are some of the most romantic castles in England
Hever Castle, Kent
This 13th-century double-moated castle is a...
WIN a luxury holiday in Britain in 2023/24 worth £5,000!
Enter our Great British holiday competition 2023 for your chance to win a holiday in Britain for two worth up to £5,000, plus free international flights
Bigger and better than ever in 2023, our annual...
Oliver Cromwell and the English Civil War: Part I
We look back at the tumultuous events that led to the English Civil War, setting the scene for Oliver Cromwell's rise to power
On January 4, 1642 King Charles I took his armed guards and burst...
Jane Austen’s Hampshire
Jane Austen's timeless charm lives on even in 2023, with fans all over the globe. We visited the novelist’s home village and discovered her much-loved local haunts
By Monica Woods
A lofty lime tree marks the spot...
Win a stay at Thornbury Castle Hotel
If you've ever dreamt of staying in a castle, here's your chance to win a stay at Thornbury Castle Hotel, a luxury castle retreat in Gloucestershire
Have you ever dreamt of staying in a castle?...
Top 10 TV and film locations in Britain
Country homes and rugged landscapes make the perfect settings for our favourite TV series and films. From Downton Abbey to Game of Thrones, marvel at the wonder of Britain on the silver screen. Here...
Chiswick: London’s Villages
THIS WEST LONDON HOTSPOT BOASTS CHARMING FAMILY HOMES, PLENTIFUL PARKS, EXCELLENT SCHOOLS AND A WHOLE LOT OF COMMUNITY SPIRIT – ALL A SHORT COMMUTE FROM THE CITY CENTRE
Chiswick's popularity shows no sign of waning....
Romantic retreats in Britain
These romantic retreats are the perfect way to celebrate Valentines Day. Whether you are drawn to sand and surf, to lake or mountain, to elegant city or pastoral idyll, the perfect romantic destination awaits
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Oliver Cromwell: Hero or villain?
Described by some as a sincere man of action, labelled a tyrannical dictator and traitor by others, Oliver Cromwell is admired and reviled in equal measure. We unearth the truth behind the fascinating story...
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