April 25, 2024
A weekend in North Essex
SAM COOPER discovers plenty to see and do as he takes in a tour of a not-so-familiar county – North Essex. I must admit, my knowledge of North Essex had been somewhat limited before this…
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March 28, 2024
Top cottages on the South West Coast Path
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March 21, 2024
Discover these Cornish coastal hideaways
Cornwall is a magical place to be. With its world-famous coastline and incredible beaches, it’s no wonder this special part of the country is the destination of choice for thousands of visitors every year. Staying…
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March 21, 2024
8 fab places for a Dorset staycation
Equally famous for its unique geology as for its jaw-dropping beaches and scenery, we recommend eight holiday locations for a Dorset staycation along the stunningly beautiful Jurassic Coast. A UNESCO World Heritage site, The Jurassic…
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March 21, 2024
Martin Dorey: Where do Cornish people go for their holidays?
This month our columnist MARTIN DOREY makes an attempt at answering the question they all ask: where do Cornish people go for their holidays? Visitors to Bude often ask me where people from Bude go…
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February 22, 2024
Visit Derry
Derry holds an impressive 1,500 years of Irish history within its walls, but has even more natural history and beauty beyond them, discovers Amy Dowrick. From the city walls that surround it, to the army…
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February 22, 2024
Top dog-friendly holidays this month
From seaside bungalows to the beaches of Guernsey, these are this month’s top dog-friendly staycations and holiday spots to browse. Winterton Cottages, Norfolk We tend to want properties that have a safe and secure garden,…
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February 22, 2024
Hot hotel: Mercure Paignton Hotel
Sue McQueenie explores the Mercure Paignton Hotel, and shares what she discovers. WHAT’S THE VIBE? Standing prominently in a prime location on Paignton’s sea front, alongside the Victorian seaside houses, is the new Mercure Paignton…
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February 22, 2024
Hot Hotel: Hotel du Vin, Poole
Discover the Hotel du Vin in Poole, and tempt yourself to some spectacular sea views. WHAT’S THE BUZZ? Situated a stone’s throw away from the historic town’s quay, Hotel du Vin provides a perfect resting…
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February 8, 2024
10 of the best coastal glamping and caravanning spots
Whether you’re a hard core camper or a luxury-loving glamper, there’s a site by the sea out there for you. Here we round up some of the UK’s best camping and coastal glamping stays… 1. Lydcott…
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February 8, 2024
A short break in Harris & Lewis
GRAEME GREEN takes a relaxing break on Harris & Lewis – the Scottish island which actually sounds like two… Harris and Lewis form the main island of the Outer Hebrides (also known as the Western…
