Enjoy England in autumn
September, October and November are some of the best months in the calendar to enjoy England. From golden leaves to deer rutting and bumper wine harvests, autumn is a season characterised by colour, taste...
Gourmet getaways
Taking a break to enjoy a new area of Britain is always a treat, but never more so than if you're a foodie focused on the culinary aspects of your stay. Read on for...
Charms of Cheshire
Beautiful green countryside, a fascinating ancient city, grand stately homes and crumbling castles – Cheshire has it all. We take a tour through a county rich in history and heritage.
“Cheshire”, said Celia Fiennes, doyenne...
Sissinghurst: in pictures
Sissinghurst Castle has been home to pigs and paupers, hosted royalty and nobility, and welcomed thousands of visitors – all of whom are charmed by the romantic legacy bound up in the legendary gardens.
Sissinghurst...
Scotland’s stately homes
Some of Britain’s best houses and castles are in Scotland, with their own distinctive character, impressive architecture and fascinating interiors. We take a look inside seven of the finest...
With its rich history and myriad...
Historic York
With Roman origins, Viking successes, a stunning Norman Cathedral, and its Georgian gorgeousness, a visit to York is a journey through layers of history.
“The extraordinary thing about York is that it's like an enormous...
Your FREE royal baby souvenir magazine
Celebrate the birth of Prince George of Cambridge with our special souvenir magazine, which celebrates the birth of this royal infant and future king.
With heartwarming pictures of new parents the Duke and Duchess of...
Buckinghamshire: The home county
The compact county of Buckinghamshire is often unfairly labelled ‘commuter country’, but it’s better described using the superlatives of Roald Dahl, who lived in this swizzfigglingly flushbunkingly gloriumptious corner of Britain.
Just to the west of...
Hotel review: The Arch London
BRITAIN's Editor Jessica Tooze finds a boutique bolthole in central London that is quietly impressive.
Hotel dining in London these days is all about the celebrity chefs, the historic locations, and the catchy names such...
London’s unseen treasures
We speak to Philip Davies, author of London: Hidden Interiors, and explore some of the capital's hidden gems, from the grandeur of the Supreme Court to the less likely but just as impressive interior...