As the darker evenings draw in and the temperatures become a little cooler, it can be all too easy to stay indoors. But there are dozens of festivals taking place around the country, celebrating all things culinary, literary, and more.…
Say Cheers to Beer Day Britain
Blessings of your heart, you brew good ale. – William Shakespeare, Two Gentlemen of Verona Beer Day Britain Beer Day Britain launched in 2015 as a celebration of… you’ve guessed it… British beer. It is an annual event held on…
County Spotlight: Rutland
If you’re planning your next getaway in England, here’s one place I bet you haven’t considered: Rutland. This tiny landlocked county tends to get overlooked but, if you read this week’s county spotlight, you’ll see that it has a lot…
Enjoy a British Tipple This Spring
Whatever your drink of preference, there are lots of British options to choose from. In this post, we look at a few of the distilleries, wineries, and breweries around the country. Perhaps you’ll find a new favourite tipple. Isle of…
Britain’s Historic Pubs: Part 1
As the UK begins the process of reopening after the coronavirus lockdown, many people have been eagerly awaiting to hear when they can once again enjoy a pint at their local pub. And with good reason. Inns. Taverns. Gastropubs. Micropubs.…
10 Traditional Kent Foods
In this new occasional series, we’ll explore the rich variety of regional foods that you can find around the UK. For centuries Kent has been known as the Garden of England, and with good reason. The county, located at the…