London film locations: A self-guided walking tour
From Mary Poppins and Lawrence of Arabia to Harry Potter and Love Actually, London’s streets, skylines and iconic buildings have formed the backdrop for hundreds of …
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Hidden London tours: The secrets of Down Street Tube station
Beneath the streets of London is a hidden underground world of abandoned Tube stations and deserted tunnels, each with their own story to tell. Most …
Steam Dreams: A steam train day trip on the Settle to Carlisle Railway
The hiss of escaping steam, the smell of the engine wafting through an open window, the sound of the whistle and the clinking of Champagne …
The Cottage in the Wood: A boutique hotel in the Malvern Hills
It’s an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with historic towns which inspired writers C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien and spring water that’s a favourite with …
10 of the best London food tours and tastings
Eat your way around the world on the streets of London with these 10 delicious London food tours and tastings, from neighbourhood walks and market …
Britain by train: Five great one-week UK rail trip routes
Explore Britain by train with five of the best British rail trip itinerary ideas you can do in just one week, covering historic England, scenic …
On safari in the UK: Glamping at Port Lympne Giraffe Lodge
The golden rays of late afternoon sun are beating down onto the park’s dry, bleached grassland. A pair of zebras are reflected in the still …
A day trip to Bristol
Where can you travel in one day? I try to fit in as many trips as I can, but it sometimes feels like it’s not …
10 great UK weekend break ideas
Plan a Great British short break with our guide to 10 of the best tried-and-tested UK weekend break ideas, featuring historic cities, coastal escapes, foodie …
A mini adventure in the Forest of Dean with Tudor Farmhouse
The Forest of Dean was a big part of my childhood. I grew up not far away in Ross-on-Wye and spent so many weekends in …