Category : Holiday Ideas

Make Tracks: Explore Britain’s Disused Railway Lines

As a pioneer of the modern day rail system, it is no surprise that Britain is dotted with disused railways tracks. While we have a large working rail network, many of the old routes were shut down from the 1960’s onwards and have since then been used for paths, cycling tracks and for active holidays. […]

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Follow In The Footsteps Of Famous Poets

There is something decidedly understandable about how the UK landscape has influence generations of British poets. The dramatic scenery that typifies the coastal regions of the British Isles and the tranquil nature of the countryside has spurred on hundreds, if not thousands, of creative minds to produce some of the most defining work over the […]

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Love is in the air: Romantic Breaks in the UK

Whether you are a newlywed couple, celebrating an anniversary, planning a Valentine’s surprise or simply looking for a romantic break away, the UK is one of the best destinations in the world for a holiday with your significant other. From glorious rolling green landscapes to rugged and dramatic coastlines, Britain is made for romantic holidays […]

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The UK’s Top Ten Natural Wonders

Sandy beach, turquoise water & Lulworth Cove as a backdrop

The United Kingdom is infamous for its diverse landscapes. For such a small place, we are host to a wide range of terrains that other countries can only dream of. The icy mountain tops of Scotland, deep valleys and waterfalls of Wales, enchanting forests of the English countryside and ancient, Celtic caverns of Northern Ireland […]

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Planning Your Christmas Break

Small boy and girl laying amongst presents with Christmas Santa hats on

So you’ve already made the decision to go away for Christmas and booked a self catering cottage to enjoy the festive season. The UK is a great choice of holiday destination for a Christmas break. Not only can you immerse yourself in familiar festive traditions, but you also avoid lengthily delays at the airport and […]

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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 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 a new […]

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Let the tails start wagging! Seasonal restrictions are lifted on many UK beaches

Dog rolling in the sand

The 1st October is a date for all doggie diaries as many UK beaches lift their seasonal dog bans. There are of course, year round dog friendly beaches or partially restricted beaches that allow dogs during the summer months but come the 1st October, dog owners have a much greater selection of fantastic beaches to […]

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The East Devon AONB – millions of years in the making yet still unspoilt

Thatched cottages

The East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty covers over 100 square miles of Devonshire countryside with 18 miles of explorable Heritage coastline resting within the area. Stretching from Lyme Regis through to Exmouth, the coastal towns of Seaton, Exmouth, Sidmouth and the resort of Budleigh Salterton all border East Devon and each lie on […]

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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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‘Wheely’ great holiday locations for mountain bikers in the UK

There are many fantastic mountain bike trails throughout the UK, from the world-class challenging routes of the 7stanes in Scotland to the varied and windswept terrain of Exmoor National Park. Whether you are seeking the adrenaline rush of hair raising purpose-built tracks; desire the freedom of country off-road trails; or want the challenge of tricky […]

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