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Have a stately Christmas: 10 historic houses and gardens to get the festive party started
Scrooge, Santa, polar bears, gingerbread and light shows are among this year’s seasonal family delights at castles, palaces and Palladian piles throughout the UK Inside one of Waddesdon Manor...
The road from Wigan: a walk along Greater Manchester’s new 200-mile green trail
The GM Ringway is an extraordinary circular route that takes in industrial heritage, countryside, towpaths and hills. Here’s how one 10-mile section shapes up … Two swans and six dusty-grey...
Spooky days out: 10 of the most haunted houses in the UK
Ghost-hunters will love the grisly tales that cling to these medieval manors, ancient burial grounds and chilling castles, chosen by a gothic horror novelist – and all are open to visitors Bl...
A car-free trip around Aberdeenshire: I saw natural beauty I thought was out of reach
The city and its stunning setting on Scotland’s north-east coast are surprisingly easy to explore by rail, bus and on foot Seabirds fly below the train as it crosses the Firth of Forth with l...
Stargazing on the Isle of Rum, Scotland’s first dark sky sanctuary
Thanks to the near nonexistent light pollution, the Hebridean island has been officially recognised as one of the best night skies in the world I step out the door of Guirdil bothy at 2am to th...
Northumberland is back on track: a new railway line is opening up this lesser-visited county
The Northumberland line will soon return passenger services linking Newcastle to coastal towns such as Blyth, giving a much-needed boost to the region Some of Northumberland’s attractive coas...
A foodie tour of Somerset and Wiltshire by train and on foot
By travelling car-free we became fully immersed in the area’s quieter attractions, with cosy stays and great food throughout Pulling a wheelie case along the stone streets of Bath, I feel I m...
https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2024/oct/15/somerset-wiltshire-food-tour-car-free
Hiking Cheshire’s Baker Way: the joy of a less-known walking trail
They get less fanfare and footfall than the UK’s famous long-distance paths, but trails such as this – which starts in Chester and saunters through the local countryside – are just as rewar...
https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2024/oct/08/hiking-cheshire-baker-way-country-walking
From cool cabins to country houses: six of Britain’s best forest escapes
Our writers find enchanting and secluded places to stay in the forests of England, Scotland and Wales There are days when a walk in the woods is the best option. This includes days when the clo...
‘Reconnecting with our glorious woodlands’: why we should all get out into the forest
With the leaves turning golden, now is the time to visit the woods, says the author of a new book, and perhaps learn how to better protect them too There are two times of year I particularly lo...
https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2024/oct/05/why-we-should-all-get-out-into-the-forest-uk-ireland
‘A wildly beautiful place for autumn colour’: readers’ favourite UK forest trails
From Japanese acers at Westonbirt arboretum to the pines of Loch Ard, our tipsters share their top woodland days out Autumn is often wet – so why not embrace this, and visit one of Britain’...
20 of the best UK foodie breaks for autumn
Fancy a seasonal getaway? From cosy inns to restaurants with rooms, we’ve found the best boltholes – all with menus as enticing as the scenery Glenfinnan House Hotel, overlooking Loch Shiel...
https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2024/sep/28/20-of-the-best-uk-foodie-breaks-for-autumn
Walking the Celtic Camino: new coast path links sacred sites in Ireland and Wales
Ancient chapels, neolithic sites, vast beaches and live music are among the highlights of a new pilgrimage route from Wexford to St Davids Nick and I are standing by the old Norman tower on the...
Walks with a focal point: five of the best UK hikes with extras
From a wire bridge near Ben Nevis to a wild swim in Devon, these walks come with a unique manmade or natural element to look forward to as you stroll Even the best walk needs a focal point, an ...
‘Secret Garden on steroids’: the Cornish cottage that comes with its own jungle and private beach
Guests staying at a new holiday cottage in the grounds of Trebah Gardens will get after-hours access to this sub-tropical paradise and its private cove The sign on the gate states “Private. N...
‘It was more than a journey, it was an immersion’: readers’ favourite slow travel adventures
A night train to Venice, a Provence river cruise and ferries between the Aeolian islands – our tipsters share their slow travel highlights One of my most memorable travel experiences was drif...
How I found my Dartmoor moment with the gift of wild camping
The freedom to wild camp can make hiking among the majestic tors and ancient forests even more rewarding, but this right is at risk There is such a thing as a Dartmoor moment. It’s when you r...
https://www.theguardian.com/travel/article/2024/aug/24/how-i-found-my-dartmoor-moment-wild-camping
Britain’s summer weather has improved, but many holiday operators are still gloomy
Owners of hotels and rental cottages say the cost of living crisis has depressed bookings this year ‘It has been awful,” said Russell Beale, who has been running a holiday cottage sleeping ...
Ten great ideas for August bank holiday
From wild days in Sussex to a Fab Four fest in Merseyside, there’s something for all the family in our pick of upcoming events Grab one of the remaining tickets for nature and wellbeing festi...
https://www.theguardian.com/travel/article/2024/aug/16/ten-great-ideas-for-august-bank-holiday
‘I lost my balance in excitement!’: a paddleboarding adventure along the Welsh coast
Stand-up paddleboarding is among the most popular water sports in the UK. Navigating idyllic beaches from Llandudno to Cardiff, the author of a new guide to paddling in Wales discovers routes to ...
‘Scotland in miniature’: why the Isle of Arran is perfect for a family holiday
With its mysterious stones, fairytale waterfalls and dinosaur footprints, Arran is a magical playground for children As we climb up to Eas Mor waterfall in the south of the island of Arran, I p...
The bucket and spade list: 10 new reasons to visit the British seaside this summer
From snorkel trails and seafood restaurants to maritime festivals and a ‘museum of fun’, here’s what’s new and exciting around the UK coast I love walking in Blackpool. The stroll along...
If you’re fond of seafood and salty air: readers’ favourite places to eat at the British seaside
Our tipsters savour delights at cafes, restaurants and pubs by the sea, from Bangor to Brighton The cockle chowder served in a cottage loaf at THE PETERBOAT in Leigh-on-Sea, Southend, is to di...
Bell tents and birdwatching: glamping in a Norfolk wildlife paradise
A pop-up glampsite has opened at Pensthorpe natural park this summer, giving guests the chance to immerse themselves in the wildlife and biodiversity of this Norfolk landscape It’s 5am and I ...
Bagging Munros, wild camping and mysterious lochs: readers’ favourite wilderness trips in Scotland
From ferry rides to remote islands to stunning empty beaches, our tipsters are fired up by Scottish adventures We live in the north-west Highlands of Scotland and frequently spend our free time...
The South Downs bolthole that offers a ‘complete escape from the world’
The Seven Sisters chalk cliffs are one of the most famous beauty spots on England’s south coast. A trio of newly-renovated cottages is giving guests a chance to immerse themselves in this iconi...
How an eco-campsite in north Wales rescued our family holiday from disaster
We were supposed to be on the Italian Riviera, but an impromptu switch to a glamping break on the Llŷn peninsula proved a more than acceptable substitute Everyone has a good holiday disaster s...
Doggie paddles: 10 of the best dog-friendly beaches in the UK
The author of a new guide to dog-friendly days out selects ideal beaches for dog walkers year-round – plus places to stay nearby Dog-friendly year-round but with an on-leads rule between 1 Ap...
https://www.theguardian.com/travel/article/2024/may/27/10-of-the-best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-the-uk
Lyme Regis: a real taste of the Dorset coast with an exciting new food scene
A thriving artisan quarter and inventive restaurants have injected new life into this genteel seaside town famed for its fossils and literary haunts Lyme Regis’s charms have always been resol...
I am a housesitter, and stay in amazing places all over the world for free
Fancy staying in a mansion or lakeside pad for absolutely nothing? Sign up as a housesitter and the place is yours in return for pet care and plant-watering duties My partner Nick and I spent l...
The Silver Darling, Aberdeen: ‘Don’t trust me, trust Rod Stewart’ – restaurant review | Grace Dent on restaurants
Jumbo haddock with hand-cut chips and crushed peas, like all posh fish and chips, loses some of its charm in the bid to be posh The Aberdeenshire coast is without doubt one of the most spellbin...
https://www.theguardian.com/food/2022/oct/07/the-silver-darling-aberdeenrestaurant-review-grace-dent
Feasts for the eyes: 10 of the UK’s best pubs, cafes and restaurants with a view
Gorge on eye-popping vistas as well as great food at our pick of eateries with spectacular views from Cornwall to County Fermanagh It’s well worth the walk across a stream and over uneven ter...
Bassenthwaite Lake Station,, Cumbria: ‘Magical things are happening’ | Grace Dent on restaurants
I love an afternoon tea that incapacitates … Bassenthwaite Lake Station in the North Lakes of Cumbria is not actually a working railway station. If you’ve ever tried living in this Unesco ...
A great walk to a great pub – The Old Post Office, Ingleton, Yorkshire Dales
A beautiful old hotel stars alongside a quirky village microbar on this stroll amid epic limestone scenery People are always saying how such-and-such-a-village used to have a dozen pubs, and no...
Aberdeen to Penzance: the spectacular sights of Britain’s longest train journey
The 13-hour train adventure offers epic snapshots of both cities and countryside Once a week, a train pulls out of Aberdeen station at 08.20 and heads south. There’s no great fanfare, no part...
The inn crowd: 10 of the UK’s best renovated foodie pubs with rooms
With spruced-up interiors and innovative menus, these revamped country inns tick all the boxes for cosiness and culinary class The 17th-century St Tudy Inn, in the village of the same name west...
https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2022/feb/15/10-best-uk-foodie-pubs-with-rooms-renovated
A local’s guide to Brighton: the best galleries, museums, restaurants and pubs
Our writer swerves the tourists and shares her tips on the independent food and art scene, shopping and nights on the tiles TRAVEL BLOGGER ELLIE SEYMOUR (ELLIEANDCO.CO.UK ) HAS BEEN BASED IN BR...
Smokie hot action and goosebumps: a car-free trip to Arbroath
From atmospheric outdoor theatre and historic houses to sumptuous seafood and dramatic clifftop walks, Scotland’s east coast gets the pulse racing Lanterns pick out a path through the dark ma...
https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2021/sep/29/car-free-trip-arbroath-scotland-east-coast-smokies
Bikes, boats and Betjeman: a car-free break in Wadebridge, Cornwall
While Padstow and Rock heave with cars, a three-generation stay further up the River Camel manages to keep everyone happy A rocky island emerges from thick mist. Around it, cormorants are divin...
Cornwall on a budget: a night in a ‘coffin bunk’ on a converted fishing boat
Our series on low-coast stays ends with the writer bunking down in Unesco-listed Charlestown harbour • South Downs | Yorkshire Dales | Snowdonia | West Highlands ‘How tall are you?” T...
West Highlands on a budget: a hostel amid Scotland’s mountains and waterfalls
Our series of low-cost stays continues at the revamped Glen Nevis hostel, handy for some of Scotland’s long-distance walking trails South Downs | Yorkshire Dales | Snowdonia I arrived at...
https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2021/jul/29/west-highlands-on-a-budget-glen-nevis-hostel-scotland
Let’s go to … Ramsbottom, Greater Manchester
This pretty market town in lovely West Pennines countryside has several Christmas events, adding to the appeal of its quality shops, pubs and bistros Why go now? For Christmas shopping in the f...
https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2016/dec/05/ramsbottom-greater-manchester-christmas-shopping
Let’s go to … Beverley for the Christmas festival
The East Yorkshire market town hosts one of the most colourful festive events in the UK, with a market, street entertainers, rides and a Christmas parade WHY GO NOW? This historic market town...
Let’s go to … the National Memorial Arboretum, Staffordshire
Its new Remembrance Centre has just opened, in time for Armistice Day. But also take time to explore nearby lovely Lichfield and its medieval cathedral Why go now? To visit the new Remembrance ...
https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2016/nov/08/national-memorial-arboretum-lichfield-staffordhsire
Let’s go to ... spooky south-west Wales
Get spooked for Halloween on a new tombstone trail that covers five graves of interesting or scary characters in this beautiful corner of Wales Launched in time for Halloween, the Legends Tombs...
https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2016/oct/30/tombstone-trail-halloween-south-west-wales