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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 […]

Normandy’s D-Day locations

Comprised of tranquil fields and farmland, a gentle coast and quite towns, when visiting Normandy today it is almost impossible to imagine the events of D-Day 75 years ago. 6th June 1944 saw the commencement of Operation Overlord, the largest seaborne invasion in history. Over 1,000 planes and 5,000 boats carried over 150,000 troops across […]

Host the ultimate Burns Night

Not just a celebration of the life and work of the ‘Scottish Bard’, Burns Night (25 January) is a great opportunity for a get-together to celebrate Scotland, eat some lovely food and enjoy a ‘wee dram’ or two. Whether formal or informal, a Burns Night celebration will normally involve raising a glass of whisky, a […]

Events, anniversaries and activities in 2019

The last year of the 2010s offers loads to see and do with anniversaries, events, huge sporting competitions and much more to enjoy. If you need an excuse to enjoy a brilliant break in 2019 then here’s a handful of amazing things to do in the UK, Ireland, France and Italy. 75th Anniversary of D-Day […]

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 […]

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