There are places in Britain that sound as if they were named by a committee with a weakness for optimism. The English Riviera is one …
The English Riviera in summer, where Devon does seaside glamour
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Britain’s best counties for a long weekend escape
Some places are built for grand tours. Others are perfect for that precious three day escape where you want a change of scenery, a good …
The UK’s best regions for a proper fortnight away
Some places are made for a weekend. You arrive, admire the view, eat something involving pastry, and leave before the parking app has finished emotionally …
Where to find Britain’s best harbour villages
Britain does harbours rather well. Not always tidily, and rarely with much concern for straight lines, but with a great deal of charm. These are …
10 of the best UK regions for dramatic coastline and beaches
Some parts of Britain seem to have approached the idea of a coastline with a complete lack of restraint. A nice beach, apparently, was not …
15 scenic rail journeys in the UK that make staring out of the window feel like a perfectly respectable holiday plan
There are some forms of travel that encourage purpose. Get in, get there, move along. Rail travel at its best does the opposite. It gives …
Chasing fossils and sea cliffs along the Jurassic Coast
If you ever feel like your usual seaside outing is lacking in geological drama, try driving the Jurassic Coast. It is a road trip where …
Take the plunge at these wild swimming spots in the South West
From moorland plunge pools to sea coves with turquoise water, the South West is one of the best regions in the UK for wild swimming. …
Devon is where England goes on holiday and forgets to leave
Devon sits quietly in the southwest, content to offer something for almost everyone. Rolling hills? Yes. Dramatic coastlines? Absolutely. Cream teas? As many as you …
South West England, clotted cream, coastal paths and the odd pirate legend
If you were to gently tilt Britain and let all its loveliest bits drift to one corner, they would almost certainly come to rest in …