South West

Home to two National Parks, busy fishing harbours and quaint Cotswolds villages as well as dramatic Cornish beaches, rolling Devonshire hills and miles of lush English countryside – the South West is heaven for lovers of the outdoors. It’s also fascinating for its history, encompassing four World Heritage Sites. Meanwhile, Salisbury Cathedral, Bath Spa and the magnificent Stonehenge are some of Britain’s most popular tourist attractions

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…

St Michael's Mount

St Michael’s Mount: the myths and the magic

It’s only a few minutes from mainland Cornwall, but the tiny island of St Michael’s Mount seems like a world away

7 best places for afternoon tea in the Cotswolds

From the best cucumber sandwiches to the daintiest cakes, we’ve picked some of the most charming spots in the Cotswolds for the most British of pastimes

Tudor Farmhouse stay | Review of the Tudor Farmhouse in Clearwell, the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire

Tudor Farmhouse stay: tranquil Forest of Dean bolthole

It’s all about woodland walks, steam trains and real-ale pubs in this picturesque part of the Wye Valley

Secret Cottage, the Cotswolds

The best Cotswolds tours 2017

Want to get to the heart of rural life in the British countryside? Then book on to one of these wonderful Cotswolds tours and courses

City guide: Wells, England’s smallest city

With a sacred history stretching back more than a millennium, Wells – England’s smallest city – is big on charm and a great place for a weekend break.

Northumberland Coast Banburgh

Top 10 beaches in Britain

Britain’s beaches offer something for everyone, whether it’s the traditional bucket-and-spade seaside experience or somewhere to walk and admire the scenery.

Bristol Old Vic, theatre

Bristol Old Vic to celebrate 250th birthday in style

To mark the extraordinary survival of the unique Bristol Old Vic theatre and its 250-year love affair with the city that built it, a momentous weekend of celebrations are planned from 28-30 May.

Lynmouth, Exmoor, Devon

Top 5 days out in Devon

The county is the south-west of England is full of delights. We pick some of the best ways to spend a day there.

Top 10 escapes in the UK

Living in the UK can easily feel very busy. Our towns and cities, although lovely, can be congested and the daily grind can become a chore to wade through queues and traffic jams. Our green…