Best things to do in St Ives
A picture-perfect fishing harbour and quaint seaside town in West Cornwall, St Ives is an exceedingly pretty place to visit with a wealth of things to do.
Abby DriverArt
Art galleries in Yorkshire
Uncover a world of breathtaking sculptures, paintings, and street art as you tour Yorkshire's fascinating array of art galleries.
Elizabeth Dale
Cornwall artists and where to see their work
Discover our guide to some of the most exciting artists living and working in Cornwall today, and where you can see their work or get involved.
Elizabeth Dale
Classic Creatives: A conversation with the person behind Josh's Chocolate
The founder of Josh’s Chocolate chats about all things chocolate on Valentine's Day.
Lucy Williamson
A day in Newlyn & Penzance
From sea swimming to independent cinema, galleries to good food, here's a locals guide to spending 24 hours in Newlyn and Penzance.
Alex BrierCollaging at Tom's Cottage with Meg Fatharly
We met up with artist and maker Meg Fatharly, and talked all things art whilst she created a collage of Tom's Cottage.
Alex Brier
Art galleries and studios on the Isle of Wight
Discover the best art galleries, studios and potteries on the Isle of Wight including Dimbola, Quay Arts, Monkton Arts and the Classic Boat Museum Gallery.
Robbie Lane
Antique shops in Cornwall
Hidden down cobbled streets and full of furniture, jewellery, and décor, Cornwall is home to an eclectic collection of antique shops.
Elizabeth Dale
Art galleries in Dorset
With plenty of natural beauty to inspire its artists, Dorset boasts a plethora of art galleries from stunning outdoor sculpture parks to fascinating museums.
Elizabeth Dale
Art galleries in Devon
Inspired by a wonderfully varied landscape, there's something for every artistic taste in Devon's captivating art galleries.
Elizabeth Dale
Historic houses on the Isle of Wight
Stately homes, abbeys and priories on the Isle of Wight including Osborne House, Farringford House, Appuldurcombe House, Quarr Abbey, and Carisbrooke Priory.
Robbie Lane
Art galleries in Cornwall
Cornwall is a world-famous creative hub and home to a wide selection of galleries, showcasing both prestigious local and international artists. These galleries are a must-visit.
Elizabeth Dale
The latest property to join Classic Cottages
Nestled on the edge of Tremenheere Sculpture Garden with breath-taking views of Mounts Bay, this is set to be one of our most popular places to stay for 2019.
Kayleigh Hardy
Things to do in Bude
Voted the Best UK Coastal Resort at the British Travel Awards in 2015 and 2016, Bude has lots of things to do. Visit for your holiday or simply a day out while staying in one of our Cornwall cottages.
Abby Driver
Culture in Cornwall: Visiting Tate St Ives
As galleries go, this one is a stunner, the impressive looking building just a few steps from Porthmeor beach and as such commands excellent views. You’ll also find a great program of events, exhibitions and workshops on year-round.
Abby Driver
Holiday Soundtracks
Tune in to nature's jukebox.
Katie Chown
Shopping at Truro Farmers’ Market in Cornwall
If you love local produce, head down to Lemon Quay in Truro, Cornwall for the bi-weekly Farmers’ Market.
Abby Driver
A couple's day out in Bristol
Bristol is full of cute little coffee shops, artisan bakers, and unique eateries perfect for a tete a tete.
Kylie Barton
Hauser & Wirth Gallery in Bruton
Bruton is a beautiful little town in the heart of Somerset countryside that has cemented its upmarket credentials with the help of renowned gallery Hauser and Wirth.
Anna H
Agatha Christie places to go
It is a real treat to visit the English Riviera on the trail of Agatha Christie’s life and work - she was born in Torquay, and this area of South Devon is full of places which inspired her. From houses where she lived, to places which feature in some of her most famous works, you are surrounded by her presence in Torbay.
Philip Eley
Going back in time at the Royal Cornwall Museum in Truro
Who knew they could pack so much building and gallery space into a city centre? This family friendly museum is worth a stop when on holiday in Cornwall.
Abby Driver
Arts cinemas in the South and West
Cinemas are everywhere. And can be a great way to dodge a rainy day while you’re on holiday. But if you like places with a dash of character and plenty of good films to go around, you might want to plan a special trip to one of these.
Kayleigh Hardy
Top 5 places in Devon for artistic inspiration
Painting outdoors can be both calming and exhilarating at the same time, making it good for the soul. But where are the best spots for artistic inspiration in Devon?
Philip Eley
Things to do in Sherborne
Sherborne is a pretty and historical town full of things to do and see.
Becky Bye
Things to do in Bath
If like me you love this incredible location, you may want to take a few days to experience the wonders it beholds and sample a slice of the region’s heritage on a longer stay.
Tasha H
Things to do on the beach at any time of year
Year-round beach fun with a round up of some beach activities which I do with my family, and a few suggestions of great locations to do them in.
Philip Eley
