Category : Holiday Maker Information

Cardigan and the Ceredigion Coast Travel Guide

Looking through the opening of a cave out onto a sandy beach

If you like long sandy beaches, stunning coastal walks and an abundance of wildlife, you should seriously consider a holiday to Cardigan and the Ceredigion coast in west Wales. The award winning beaches make it the perfect spot to catch some waves, build a sandcastle or watch wild dolphins play in the sea. For those […]

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Somerset – A Holiday Destination For All

You might roll your eyes when you hear a place described as “magical”, but there are times when that’s exactly how Somerset feels. Underground or above it, Somerset is brimming with incredible features that make it a top choice for a self-catering holiday. It’s a favourite destination of ours, both with the kids or without, […]

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10 things to do on holiday in Cornwall on a rainy day

Cloudy rainy picture of the ocean and headland

It is no wonder Cornwall is such a popular holiday destination. Cornish pasties and cream teas aside, its stunning beaches and coastline, exhilarating walks, incredible gardens and mild climate makes it hard not to love Cornwall. Whether you choose to spend lazy days on the beach, or venture further inland to the moors, you cannot […]

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Dog Friendly Attractions in Devon

Beagle dog running along the beach with children playing in the water in the background

Devon is renowned for giving a warm West Country welcome to all its visitors, whether on two legs or four. Many dog owners visit Devon just for the wonderful walks alone. Try fossil hunting on the Jurassic coastline, brace the elements on Dartmoor, hike through the heather on Exmoor or spot the wildlife in the tranquil valleys of […]

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Some tips for keeping your dog safe and happy on a self-catering holiday

One of the many great things about holidaying in the UK is that it provides the opportunity to take your dog away on holiday with you. There are plenty of dog friendly holiday cottages throughout the UK, providing a real home-from-home for both you and your four legged friend. Part of the excitement of visiting […]

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Best things to do on holiday in Kent

The ford and bridge at Eynsford

Fondly known as ‘The Garden of England’, Kent is renowned for its abundance of hop farms and orchards, glorious gardens and lush rolling countryside. Also famed for its bluebell woods, flower meadows, iconic White Cliffs, ancient woodlands and mysterious marshes, Kent is the perfect place to enjoy wide open skies and a diverse countryside rich […]

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Best seaside holidays in the UK

A sandscastle with Union Jack, yellow bucket and spade on a British beach.

If you are looking to blow the cobwebs away and recharge those batteries there is nothing more rejuvenating than a holiday by the sea. Enjoy relaxing in the sun with the sand between your toes whilst listening to the waves gently crashing on the shore. Go body boarding, build a sandcastle or simply enjoy the […]

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101 Rainy Day Activities To Keep The Kids Occupied

Booking a self-catering cottage is a popular accommodation choice for many family holidays. Not only is it cost effective, but staying in a ‘home from home’ holiday cottage rather than a hotel or B&B means you don’t have to forfeit all the creature comforts that you are used to in your own house. If you […]

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Escaping from London for a weekend break

Boats moored up alongside reeds with golden sunset

With such a fast pace of life in London, we all sometimes need a change of scenery to help recharge our batteries. The pure diversity of the British landscape, combined with good transport links, allows us to explore a range of different pastimes and pleasures whilst still being able to be back at our desks […]

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Some great UK holiday destinations that are accessible by train

Lady in sun dress with suit case at railway station

For many of us, a self-catering holiday in the UK usually involves packing the car until bursting point, often with bikes hanging off the back and the dog taking up the vast majority of the boot. This is then followed by a lengthy discussion on whether to risk the traffic on the motorway, or to […]

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