With miles of unspoilt sandy beaches and a culture all of its own, there is more than one reason why Blackpool remains a firm...
William Blake

William Blake wouldn't have dared to dream that almost 200 years after his death, his work would be exhibited in one of Britain's most...
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Islington history

Once frequented by farmers and founding fathers, this desirable corner of North London has plenty to offer history buffs and culture vultures alike, as...
Ascot horseracing

The gentle county of Berkshire was the setting of the royal wedding of the year and offers the grand pageantry of Ascot This region holds...
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Enter our competition for the chance to enjoy a two-night stay at the historic estate The AA 4-star Woburn Hotel stands at the gateway to...

Enter our competition for the chance to enjoy a two-night country house hotel stay in Gloucestershire Wyck Hill House Hotel & Spa is a luxury...
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You don't need an excuse to indulge in the delights of an Afternoon Tea but from 8 to 14 August, it’s Afternoon Tea week making it positively compulsory. So, here, we list just a few of the ways you can raise a tea cup to celebrate this great British institution at some of our loveliest hotels.

This wild Spring Bank Holiday tradition could only exist in our cheddar-hungry nation Britain is a nation of cheese lovers. The average Brit consumes almost 14lbs...
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Accommodation

Zara Gaspar checks into luxury self-catering home away from home Landal Gwel an Mor for a relaxing seaside break in Poldark Country First impressions: Gwel an Mor...

Zara Gaspar checks in to The Talbot Inn in Ripley, Surrey to discover the historic setting for Lord Nelson's love affair First impressions The Talbot Inn was...

Great British Buildings

The Queen’s House, Greenwich, London

A king's temper resulted in one of London's finest royal residences Next time you utter a swear word in frustration, spare a thought for King...

Cities & Towns

Facts, figures and stories about the picture-perfect Welsh tourist village Portmeirion is a reminder to always dream big. Bertram Clough Williams-Ellis had long fantasised about...

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London's castle is home to priceless gems and ghostly happenings Did you know that the Tower of London was once home to polar bears and...

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