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Surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens and sprawling parkland in the centre of London, Kensington Palace is an extraordinary treasure house brimming with royal history. It might be large in stature, but Kensington Palace is also...

Guernsey’s ‘Little Chapel’, which is thought to be the smallest chapel in the world, celebrates 100 years in 2014. This pretty chapel that is covered in thousands of fragments of china, seashells and pebbles is...

From the majestic Highlands of Scotland to Cornwall's sun-baked cliffs you can enjoy scenic areas of Britain from the comfort of a carriage. Picture of Northern Ireland Departing from: Derry-Londonderry Final destination: Coleraine Highlight: The Mussenden Temple, built...

With tales of romance, smugglers and secrecy, author Daphne du Maurier wrote spellbinding novels inspired by the drama of the Cornish landscape. Last night I dreamt I went to Manderley again,” writes Daphne du Maurier...

Longleat is one of the most unusual grand estates in the world. The house contains a wealth of treasures, while its parkland is full of African wildlife. At the heart of a huge Wiltshire estate...

We discover a hidden hotel in revamped Shepherds Bush that offers the perfect base to see the capital and is home to a wonderful spa. London is one of the world's best shopping centres. From...

From ghosts to glamour, we bring you 10 fascinating facts and little-known stories about London’s top hotels. 1 The Savoy Hotel’s heritage dates back to 1246 when Count Peter of Savoy built a palace on...

The beautifully tranquil Wye Valley was visited towards the end of the 18th century by artists and poets such as JMW Turner and William Wordsworth. The railings on Old Wye Bridge at Chepstow have a...

The interiors of England's 42 Anglican cathedrals are strikingly different. We examine the history and design of these majestic buildings with award-winning photography by Peter Marlow. WELLS, SOMERSET Wells takes its name from the spring that...

Get into the Christmas spirit at some of the country's most magical places. The festive season is about more than just mince pies and rocking around Christmas tree: some of the National Trust's most exciting...