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Best things to do in Dorset

Explore everything Dorset has to offer with our guide to the best things to do in this beautiful county, from castles and beaches to vintage train rides.

Annie Cowen

Fascinating buildings in Cornwall

Delve deeper into Cornwall's rich past with a visit to one of the county's fascinating buildings, from giant greenhouses to shell-speckled cottages.

Elizabeth Dale

Best places to visit in Somerset

Discover why Somerset needs to be your next holiday destination with our round-up of the best places to visit, from Glastonbury Tor to the Quantocks!

Stef Parr

Ancient villages in Cornwall

Explore Cornwall's fascinating ancient villages and discover a prehistoric world hewn from granite, from ancient fogues to reimagined round houses.

Elizabeth Dale

Swim & Sauna at Scorrier House

Tucked away on the historic Scorrier Estate, in their blissfully secluded Pool Garden, is a swim and sauna experience unlike any other - think thermal wellness spa meets Brideshead Revisited.

Alex Brier

The most dramatic places in Wales

Here be dragons! Discover the most breathtakingly beautiful and dramatic places to visit in Wales – get your cameras at the ready…

Stef Parr

Best places to visit in Northumberland

From Hadrian’s Wall and the Cheviot Hills to seven-mile-long sandy beaches and England’s largest forest, discover the best places to visit in Northumberland.

Stef Parr

Landmarks in Scotland

Explore Scotland’s impressive landmarks and discover a world of myth, legend, and history as you uncover lofty castles, shimmering lochs, and ancient stones.

Annie Cowen

Complete guide to the NC500

Get ready for a wild and wonderful tour of the NC500 with our complete guide, from where and when to go to what to do while there.

Annie Cowen

Best things to do in Cornwall

From Arthurian legends and a contemporary eco paradise to hidden gardens and a fortified island, there’s an abundance of brilliant things to do in Cornwall.

Stef Parr

Landmarks in Dorset

From beautiful towns and historic sites, to ancient chalky cliffs and a limestone archway, Dorset is jam-packed with fascinating landmarks to visit.

Stef Parr

Stone circles and ancient sites in Cornwall

Offering a fascinating glimpse into Cornwall’s ancient past, these stone circles are a wonderful way to walk through history while enjoying Cornwall’s rugged landscape.

Elizabeth Dale

Famous regional foods across the UK

From the Cornish pasty to sticky toffee pudding, the UK has many delicious dishes to its name. Here are some of our regional favourites…

Annie Cowen

Castles in the Cotswolds

The incredible castles, palaces and towers in the Cotswolds offer a fascinating glimpse into our intriguing history alongside some stunning views.

Stef Parr

Cornwall's most beautiful churches

Steeped in history and wrapped in peace and tranquillity, Cornwall's most beautiful churches offer a place of quiet reflection and architectural wonder.

Elizabeth Dale

Historic houses in Cornwall

Steeped in history and often paired with a staggeringly beautiful garden, Cornwall's historic houses are an incredible way to discover the county's heritage.

Elizabeth Dale

Lighthouses in Cornwall

Discover the salty relationship between land and sea with a visit to the many lighthouses in Cornwall, from clifftop towers to ancient monuments.

Annie Cowen

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

Castles in Cornwall

Discover Cornwall’s castles, the fortresses that capture thousands of years of Cornish history, from Iron Age hill forts to Tudor strongholds, each one has a story to tell.

Elizabeth Dale

A guide to the Minack Theatre

Totally awe-inspiring whether lit by moonlight or in the Cornish sun, the Minack Theatre is like no other place on earth and well worth a visit.

Poppy Dale

A guide to visiting Blenheim Palace

Swap idyllic villages for the grand architecture and grounds of Blenheim Palace, a piece of living history in the heart of the Cotswolds.

Annie Cowen

The best things to do in Launceston

Perfectly positioned between Dartmoor and Bodmin Moor and close to the Devon border, Launceston is ideally situated for exploring both Cornwall and Devon.

Dominique Adams

Things to do in Lewes

Explore the many lanes of Lewes and discover the historical monuments and people that have called this Sussex town home over the years.

Kayleigh Hardy

Cornish Smugglers' Trails

Retrace smugglers' steps by following these cornish coastal walks. No Cornish history lesson would be done justice without attention being turned to smugglers. Whether they were liberators, criminals, pirates or local heroes, they covered the Cornish coastline with their illicit trade and made history through their dealings.

Lizzie Heather

Cottages with a Hint of History

The south and west of England is full of history. Here is a quick guide to what each county is known for, and what is near some of our cottages.

Hannah Denby

Things to do in Burnham-on-Sea

The town has one of the longest stretches of sand in Europe with seven miles of glorious beaches including the beautiful locations of Brean Down and the famous Lighthouse spot.

Tasha H

Things to do in Brixham

Brixham is a beautiful harbour town with pastel houses clinging to the hillside. It’s a colourful town, rich with history and wildlife, perfect for family holidays or peaceful romantic getaways.

Philip Eley

Things to do in Wells

The beautiful medieval city of Wells offers a unique and charming day out for everyone looking to enjoy breathtaking landscapes and stunning architecture.

Tasha H

Caerhays Castle and Gardens

Explore one of the great gardens of Cornwall during it’s exclusive spring opening hours. Perfect for a family friendly day enjoying the fresh air.

Kayleigh Hardy

Things to do in Salisbury

Set in the heart of Wiltshire and boasting a wealth of history, Salisbury is the perfect stop off point, either to explore nearby Dorset and Hampshire, or to spend a couple of days soaking up some culture before heading further on down the country to your holiday destination.

Becky Bye

Fisherman's Friends and Port Isaac

From sea shanties to Port Isaac views, the new Fisherman's Friends movie is ticking all our boxes for a feel-good cinema hit. Have you seen it yet?

Kayleigh Hardy

Stonehenge

Learn Stonehenge facts by visiting Stonehenge Visitor Centre and marvel in the ancient history of the English landscape.

Becky Bye

Tudor Day at Compton Castle

Enchant little ones with a trip to Compton Castle in the school holidays and let their imaginations run wild.

Philip Eley

A family day out at Agatha Christie's Greenway

Greenway was the beloved holiday home of Agatha Christie and, although my children are old enough to have heard of her, they’ve never read any of her stories. So, to keep their interest up on a visit to her property we play a game of...

Philip Eley

Family fun day at Bucklers Hard

Considering it wasn't our location of choice we really surprised ourselves with how enjoyable it was and would highly recommend a visit.

Faye

Medieval things to do in Somerset

The whole of Somerset is steeped in history, but with a wealth of Medieval evidence to impress all history buffs, the county is well worth exploring. The best example of this time is concentrated in the Somerset city of Wells.

Kylie Barton

Visit Cornwall for Lanhydrock house

Peering into boudoirs, opening a door onto a dusty attic and living vicariously through the photos, furniture and keepsakes of others, from another time and another class, is unashamedly fascinating.

Rachel Wilson-Couch

Visit Devon for Mount Edgcumbe Estate

You’d be forgiven for thinking shopping is all Plymouth has to offer, but you’d also be wrong. There are acres of stunning parkland and miles of breathtaking coastline just around the corner, waiting to be explored.

Sadie Phillips

Film locations near Dorset

A TV and film location pilgrimage might be the perfect weekend of escapism for you and your other half. Wiltshire, Hampshire and Dorset are littered with both well-known and not so well-known film sets, with their period buildings and rolling countryside providing the perfect cinema backdrop.

Becky Bye

Geevor Tin Mine

For my family, day trips normally involve beaches or stately homes, but whilst holidaying in Cornwall this half-term the bad weather forced us to think creatively. And so feeling the Poldark effect, we found ourselves at Geevor Tin Mine.

Philip Eley

Why did Queen Victoria love the Isle of Wight?

In honour of the release of Victoria and Abdul, a silver screen epic telling the story of the Queen and her Indian companion, Abdul Karim, we discover why Queen Victoria loved the Isle of Wight so much.

Kayleigh Hardy

Things to do in Wareham

Wareham is a beautiful old town with literary connections and a great place to stop to break up a long journey, or spend a few days if you are heading down towards the coast.

Becky Bye

Murder Mystery family activity in Totnes

Explore a new town and find things to do with children in Totnes - as we eliminated suspects and weapons we explored places with great names like Warland and Ticklemore Street.

Philip Eley

Things to do in Shaldon

Shaldon is a fantastic village facing an attractive estuary with a small village charm but also a good range of shops, pubs and cafes. It lies in a sheltered valley and stares out at the larger town of Teignmouth which it is connected to by a bridge and a ferry.

Philip Eley

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

Things to do in Godshill

A pretty chocolate box village on the south of the island. Godshill makes for a quaint day enjoying cream teas and pretty pubs, it’s also a great base for walking out into the Isle of Wight countryside.

Kayleigh Hardy

Free things to do with children in Torbay

There are lots of great places to visit, and exciting things to do, which won’t cost anything apart from some parking fees. Here is my list of 10 free things to do in Torbay with children.

Philip Eley

Things to do in Bovey Tracey

Bovey Tracey is a welcoming town with many tasty cafes and restaurants. It is a great base from which to explore a lovely area so here is my guide to things to do in 'Buvvy'.

Philip Eley

Things to do in Portsmouth

If you're heading to the Isle of Wight on holiday, you may well stop in Portsmouth - why not make a day of it?

Kylie Barton

Things to do in Beaminster

Dorset walks, places to eat and things to see and do in the unassuming but very pretty little market town of Beaminster, north of Bridport. It's worth a quick visit when you're on holiday in Dorset.

Katie Chown

Things to do in Dawlish

Dawlish is a seaside town in south east Devon with a gentle air of sophistication yet still a great place for traditional bucket and spade holidays. With both Dawlish and Dawlish Warren full of ideas for a fun break, here is my guide of things to do in Dawlish.

Philip Eley

Best little villages near Bath

Bath is a beautiful place, but it can get very busy. One of the best things about Bath is that on its outskirts it is flanked with a number of beautiful small towns and villages.

Kylie Barton

Things to do on Portland

On a day out in Dorset, Portland peninsula, which dangles off the south coast, has a surprising amount to do, so if you want to avoid the summer beach crowds in Weymouth, then head over to Portland for something a little different.

Becky Bye

Things to do in Plymouth

Plymouth describes itself as Britain’s Ocean City. It is a vibrant, modern city with plenty of attractions and historic buildings, places to visit, things to do and see and lots of foody destinations.

Philip Eley

Things to do in Beaulieu

They say that good things come in small packages. In the case of Beaulieu, nestling in the historic heart of the New Forest, they're spot on. There's lots of wonderful things to do in Beaulieu.

Jonathan C

Spring tide walk to St Helens Fort

A walk with a difference. This walk can only be attempted 4 times a year so plan your holiday for low tide and hope to strike lucky.

Liz Arnell

Things to do in Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot is a medium-sized market town, surrounded by great parks and beautiful countryside with access to great seaside one way and great moorland the other way. It also has some of the best parks and open space land you can find plenty of things to do in.

Philip Eley

A romantic day out in Bath

Enjoy all Bath has to offer – which is a lot! I will walk you through my choice of locations for a date day out in Bath.

Kylie Barton

Things to do in Mevagissey

For a postcard perfect Cornish village, head to Mevagissey. This sweet fishing port on the south coast of Cornwall offers up buckets of old school charm and the freshest fish of your life.

Abby Driver

Things to do in Wimborne Minster

Little known Dorset town Wimborne Minster has a lot of activities to offer, whether you are after a family day out, or a quiet relaxing weekend for two.

Becky Bye

A family day out mixing Legend and History at Tintagel Castle

A visit to Tintagel in North Cornwall is like taking a pilgrimage to a peculiarly mythical land. The castle ruins perched high on the clifftop are the quintessence of one of the greatest legends that course throughout Cornwall’s history.

Deb S

Things to do in Dorchester

For anyone who is a bit of a history buff and likes a bite of traditional English lunch, then Dorchester is a much needed mark on your Dorset map.

Becky Bye

A couple's day out in Winchester

Winchester is the old capital of England, it is steeped in history, full to the brim with beautiful architecture, fine eateries, and quaint and quirky shops, making for a lovely day out.

Kylie Barton

Things to do in Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge is an attractive market town in its own right, but it is most often seen as a good base from which to explore the spectacular surrounding area of South Hams.

Philip Eley

Things to do in Southampton

On a glorious spring day last year, we did two things of note. We looked at the sky. Then we gazed at the sea. Then we enjoyed many of the things to do in Southampton that make for a great family holiday.

Jonathan C

Things to do in Torquay

Torquay has been a fashionable seaside resort since the early 19th century with some fabulous beaches and many interesting historical houses alongside its shops and cafes.

Philip Eley

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 in Lymington

Quite simply, Lymington is an enchanting town for all seasons, for all the family. Situated on the southern edge of the New Forest, it offers the perfect springboard from which to explore the stunning national park.

Jonathan C

Things to do in Bodmin

One of the oldest towns in Cornwall, Bodmin is truly steeped in history yet has many modern conveniences to make life easy.

Abby Driver

Things to do in Taunton

Exploring the historic county town of Taunton gives you a chance to soak up a range of experiences. From the grounds of Somerset’s County Cricket Club to the impressive heritage of Taunton Castle, this lively hub is an ideal spot to enjoy a mix of culture and entertainment.

Tasha H

Things to do in The New Forest

Welcome to the heart of the New Forest, where cattle, ponies, donkeys, deer and pigs have roamed free for centuries.

Jonathan C

Charlestown harbour

Charlestown is immediately recognisable to fans of Poldark as the harbour in the series. The joy of it as a location is that they’ve hardly had to change much at all.

Philip Eley

St Michael's Mount day trip

You really wonder at the enterprise and sheer foolishness of building a stately home on a huge chuck of rock 500 meters out to sea

Philip Eley

A shipwreck adventure on the coast of north Cornwall

‘From Pentire Point to Hartland light, a watery grave by day and night’, so goes the local saying. It’s one of the UK’s most notorious stretches of coastline for shipwrecks...ripe for adventure.

Ali Ray

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