From historic architecture and impressive castles to stunning cathedrals and timber-framed buildings, many of England’s medieval towns have a fascinating story to tell. With so much history and heritage on our doorstep, it is hard to know where to start! We take a look at our top nine medieval towns and cities to visit in […]
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Snowdonia sits in the northwest corner of Wales, taking its name from the renowned Mount Snowdon. The area offers guests the opportunity to explore its raw, natural beauty with rugged mountains, rocky terrains and plenty of history. With 15 peaks above 3,000 feet scattered throughout the area, Snowdonia is an adventurer’s haven. Alongside its mighty […]
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If you’re planning a trip to one of Britain’s most popular holiday destinations and wondering which places to visit, check out this list of the best towns to visit in Cornwall.
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If you’re planning a visit to Scotland and walk to see some of its famous countryside on foot, here’s our guide to eleven of the best walks in the region.
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Not sure which Peak District waterfalls to visit? We’ve narrowed down your options to the top 13 most stunning waterfalls in the Peak District.
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We’ve created this guide to the best beaches on the Isle of Wight to help you decide which you should visit, from the best spots for sandcastles to the top-rated watersports destinations.
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With the UK back in lockdown, travel restrictions are currently in place once more. So while we can’t encourage you to explore characterful cottages around the UK just now, we have put a new spin (or perhaps the original spin) on the meaning of the word ‘staycation’ – by inspiring you to enjoy everything your […]
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With all that is going on in the world right now, enjoying the beauty of the UK has never been more important. This year UK staycations have been more popular than ever, from coastal breaks to countryside escapes and city stays. That’s why we have decided to put together a visual guide to the beauty […]
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At Independent Cottages we list an extremely diverse array of holiday homes – from grand manors, to quaint cottages, tree houses, houseboats, converted buses and everything in between. We know how much a special house can stick with you, and that’s true not only of your own home or places you’ve stayed on holiday but […]
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Updated 7th March 2022 With the uncertainties surrounding overseas travel, many of us are currently looking to holiday in the UK. Whilst you may be keen to book a holiday, it is likely that you will have questions and concerns surrounding future covid-related restrictions and cancellation policies. Whilst individual holiday home owners will have their […]
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