Your September/October issue of BRITAIN is here!

Your September/October issue is out now we’ve got a host of wonderful features for you to inspire your autumn and winter travels in Britain…

Welcome to the September/October issue of Britain! This issue is something of a castles special, with an array of magnificent examples. We take a trip to the enticing Welsh region Pembrokeshire, with its hidden coves, seaside villages and ancient fortresses of and we follow the trail of Tudor castles and romantic ruins in Kent.

There’s even the chance to stay in one of our favourites, Hever, in our new competition, and be king or queen of your own castle (albeit just for a night).

Elsewhere this issue, we meet the scarlet-clad Chelsea Pensioners, London’s ‘living landmarks’ and we list our favourite hotels in Britain with beautiful gardens, to inspire your autumn getaways.

Enjoy the issue!

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A taste of the issue

Pembrokeshire: Land of enchantment

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Strumble Head Lighthouse

With its ancient ruins, hidden coves and seaside villages, Pembrokeshire is surely Wales’ most enticing region…

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The best castles in Kent

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Leeds Castle. Credit: Nadia Isakova / AWL Images Ltd.

The coastal county of Kent is home to no less than 30 castles. From magnificent homes to mighty military fortresses, each has its own fascinating story to tell..

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The Chelsea Pensioners

Chelsea Pensioners smell ‘Fragrant Celebration’ one of two roses introduced at The Chelsea Flower Show. Credit: Keith mindham/Alamy Live News

The Chelsea Pensioners, in their scarlet coats and tricorne hats, are iconic symbols of London. We visit their historic home, the Royal Hospital, to hear their stories…

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The best hotels with gardens in Britain

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Gravetye Manor, West Sussex

From grand estates with manicured lawns to cotswold manors with cottage gardens, here are our favourite hotels with gardens in Britain…

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Win a luxury stay at Hever Castle

We’re offering one lucky reader and their guest the chance to win a stay at Hever Castle. Enter now here.

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