Explore the Forest of Dean, the magical woods that inspired JRR Tolkien
This picturesque part of the Wye Valley offers woodland walks, steam trains and real-ale pubs, writes Karen Campbell
This sweet corner of western Gloucestershire, used as a royal hunting ground even before William the Conqueror and...
Your essential guide to Durham
The historic castle and cathedral are the undisputed stars, but this little city on the River Wear has plenty of surprises in store
Getting there
There are trains every half-hour from London King’s Cross to Durham;...
A Literary Land
Famous for the rural retreats of the influential Bloomsbury Group, idyllic East Sussex has inspired some of the country's leading writers
With chalk cliffs and patchwork fields, medieval woodland and picturesque villages, East Sussex offers plenty...
In photos: Beatrix Potter’s Lake District
To mark the 150th anniversary of Beatrix Potter’s birth, we take a look at the lovely Lake District landscape she fell in love with and inspired her stories.
The Lake District: an insider’s guide
Home to poet and artist John Ruskin and children's author Beatrix Potter, the Lake District continues to charm visitors with its breathtaking landscapes, picturesque pubs and award-winning attractions
Tucked away in one corner of north west...
Hotel review: Hever Castle’s Luxury B&B
Ever dreamed of staying in a castle? Hever will exceed all expectations
Set within the grounds of the historic Hever Castle estate near Edenbridge, Kent, are 28 beautifully presented B&B rooms. With plush fabrics, opulent...
Hotel review: the Hoste in Burnham Market
We take a trip to The Hoste, a regal inn where Admiral Lord Nelson would still feel at home
If you’ve ever wondered what’s behind the front door of a lovely Georgian town house, try...
The London 2019 Guide is out now
Pick up your copy of the London 2019 Guide for everything you need to know about the city's amazing array of attractions – from iconic monuments to tucked-away art collections
The London 2019 Guide is...
Hotels in Sussex: Ashdown Park Hotel
Treat yourself to a luxury escape at one of the grandest hotels in Sussex, set amid the beautiful Ashdown Forest – home to AA Milne’s Winnie the Pooh
Hotels in Sussex come in all shapes and sizes,...
Captain Cook Country: explore the charming Yorkshire towns that shaped the explorer
Captain James Cook changed our perception of world geography. We explore the Yorkshire towns and villages that shaped one of Britain’s most famous explorers
One day in 1746 a 17-year-old youth arrived in Whitby on...
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