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Island Adventures – the Isle of Wight

As soon as you board the ferry or hovercraft to the Isle of Wight you know you’re in for a fantastic holiday. It’s only a short distance across the Solent from Portsmouth, but once you’ve arrived mainland Britain will seem like a distant memory.

Cornwall’s cultural attractions

World-renowned for sand, surf and summer holidays, Cornwall also enjoys a fantastically thriving, international arts scene which can happily be enjoyed, whatever the weather. Crossing the county with an eye on the arts, we’ve picked the greatest places for a cultural getaway… The Tate Gallery, St Ives In the tourist haven of central St Ives […]

Family activities in Cornwall

It’s sometimes hard to believe that Cornwall is part of Britain; it’s warmer than the rest of the country, has nicer beaches than anywhere else in England and the food is in a league of its own – yet some of the best family days out are just a few hours’ drive from your front […]

Winnie the Pooh Day – a short walk in the woods

Celebrate Winnie the Pooh Day (18 Jan) with our guide to walking in the real-life 100 Acre Wood!

New breaks in the South West

With so much stunning scenery, soft sands and gorgeous green countryside, you really do need somewhere special to stay if you’re booking a break in the South West. We’ve got you covered, as hundreds of brand new South West holiday properties have just been added to the cottages.com collection! Whether you’re looking for somewhere close […]

Cornwall’s best beaches

Cornwall is blessed with hundreds of beautiful beaches. To the north, the sands offer cliffs and Atlantic rollers, whilst the south coast enjoys calmer coves, harbours and estuaries. Whether you seek surf and sand, or simply a place to lie back and enjoy the view, we’ve combed the length and breadth of Cornwall to find […]

Cornwall’s best golf courses

Golf holidays in Cornwall are an absolute delight. Not only do you have grand sea views and gorgeous green links but there are also plenty of inland courses to help hone your skills. With plenty of other attractions to enjoy, including some of Britain’s best pubs and restaurants to review the day’s play, there’s everything […]

Devon’s best family days out

Whether you’re a big kid looking to enjoy a brilliant break in the South West, or taking the whole tribe away on an amazing adventure, these all-weather attractions in Devon are perfect for children of all ages. Take a look at our family breaks to find your ultimate Devon escape to relax in afterwards too. […]

Devon’s literary locations

Some of our greatest writers lived, loved and found inspiration in Devon’s beautiful locations. Take a literary tour and discover the best of them for yourself. The English Riviera and Agatha Christie DameAgatha Christie was born in 1890 in the English Riviera town of Torquay. Christie wrote more than 80 books and is, unsurprisingly, the all-time […]

Whitby holiday guide

Whitby holidays offer access to a place of wonderful contrasts. Stroll around the harbour and not only can you enjoy a traditional, bright and cheery seaside setting with waves lapping the shore, ice cream stands and world-class fish and chips, but glance (or take the famed 199 steps!) uphill and marvel at the sombre historic […]

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