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Summer 2015’s Must-See Music Festivals

Forget Glastonbury. Britain’s festival circuit is buzzing with a slew of young pretenders, all vying for the business of the festival-going public. There has never been so much choice, with festivals ranging from the very small (Boomtown Fair) to the absolutely massive (V Festival); from the serene (Womad), to the challenging (Wilderness); and from the […]

Summer of Cinema – 6 of the Best Open Air Screenings for 2018

Summer is coming! Time to evenings full of fresh air, friends and a cheeky glass of Pimms (or three). All you need is the perfect setting in which to enjoy the particular pleasures of a British summer evening: an open air cinema. Here are our pick of the best outdoor cinema experiences that will add a […]

Grape Escapes – Enjoy English Wine Week

For English Wine Week (23-31 May), we’re taking take a quick look at the great holiday opportunity presented by this booming – and slightly surprising – English industry. With attractive vineyards dotted around some of the country’s most beautiful regions, getting to know the wines of England offers a great excuse for a holiday or […]

Idyllic England for St George's Day

We’ve chosen a few of our favourite images of England to share for St George’s Day. How many have you visited?

Cottage of the Week – Captain Cook’s Cottage, Seaview, Isle of Wight

Nestled near the seafront in the delightful fishing village of Seaview on the Isle’s northern coast, this charming holiday cottage is the perfect place to relax, unwind and soak in the sights whilst you breathe the wonderful sea air. Captain Cook’s Cottage is one of several family-sized holiday properties set within the same development. Enjoy cycle […]

Cottage of the Week – Apple Tree Cottage, Isle of Wight

If you’re after the ultimate, idyllic village break then we’d like to recommend our new featured property of the week on the Isle of Wight. This charming Grade II listed thatched cottage is located along the village road, close to the local shop, post office and pub. It’s been lovingly restored and modernised to offer […]

8 Unique Christmas Shopping Experiences

Christmas shopping – those who love it will tell you nothing could spoil the feeling of finding the perfect gift for someone you love. Hate it and you’ll no doubt be put off by the bustling crowds and stress. Whatever your feelings towards it, we’ve come up with some shopping destination alternatives to the multitude […]

The UK's Best Christmas Events

A selection of the Britain’s finest festive attractions to get you in the Christmas spirit. Enjoy Edinburgh’s mix of stunning seasonal events, take a walk on the wild side in Chester, marvel at gorgeous garlands in Cornwall and get fit and raise money for charity… A pre-Christmas treat If you’d like a break to get yourself […]

Mr. Turner's Britain: 5 Destinations that Shaped the Artist

With Mr. Turner currently earning great notices and a retrospective of his late work exhibiting at The Tate, the life and work of artist Joseph Mallord William Turner has never been more talked about. But with a career spanning over 60 years involving the creation of countless sketches and paintings in several different countries, understanding […]

A selection of the UK and Ireland’s best historical attractions

The UK and Ireland are home to a huge range of historical attractions, from castles and cathedrals to relics and Roman ruins. Every year, both British and overseas visitors book their breaks with these attractions in mind – and so here’s a round up of our top historical attractions in the UK and Ireland. The […]

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