West Penwith: Cornish myths and legends
West Penwith at Cornwall’s southwestern tip is a little land apart, with a landscape of craggy cliffs and windswept moors that swirl with Cornish myths and legends
Words by Elizabeth Dale
Cornish myths and legends in...
The best things to do in Brighton
Once the seaside retreat of London’s high society, this colourful, artistic and eccentric city is a jewel on Britain’s south coast. Here's our guide to the best things to do in Brighton...
Words by Henrietta...
Speyside whisky distilleries: On the whisky trail
Home to more distilleries than any other part of Scotland, we go on the Speyside whisky trail to learn more about this distinctive spirit
Words by Emma Gibbs
Why is Speyside whisky so renowned?
Wedged between the...
The Channel Islands: Jersey, Story of an island
A unique blend of English and French influences, fascinating Jersey, in the Channel Islands is a delight for history buffs
Words Natasha Foges
What are the Channel Islands?
Tucked into the Bay of Saint-Malo, the Channel Islands...
Guide to Edinburgh: From Auld Reekie to the New Town
From the cobbled medieval streets of the Old Town to the elegant Georgian thoroughfares of the new, Scotland's historic capital is well worth your time.
Words by Henrietta Easton
Here's our city guide to Edinburgh
Day 1
Admire...
Royal Berkshire: County of Kings
Berkshire’s royal seal of approval stretches back to the time of William the Conqueror. Soak up the ages-old pageantry and ceremony at Windsor Castle, but
don’t miss this historic county’s quieter side
Royal Berkshire
What makes a...
The Suffolk Coast: The picturesque seaside resorts and rural villages at England’s eastern edge
We explore the picturesque seaside resorts and rural villages of the Suffolk coast at England's eastern edge
Words by Catherine Jones
The Suffolk Coast
With its long stretches of sand and shingle beach, historic towns and villages...
Winner of Great British Holiday Competition 2023 announced!
We’re excited to announce that the winner of the Great British Holiday Competition 2023 is Eileen Young, who was picked from many thousands of entrants
Eileen wins the holiday of a lifetime, including a luxury...
The best hotels with gardens in Britain
From grand estates with manicured lawns to Cotswolds manors with cottage gardens, here are our favourite hotels with gardens in Britain
The best hotels with gardens in Britain
The Newt, Somerset
Garden-lovers rhapsodise about The Newt in...
The best castles in Kent
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. Here, we list the best castles...