Our last post offered some reasons to visit Monmouthshire this autumn, but it’s not possible for everyone to drop everything and go to Wales. Still, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the crisp temps and golden leaves wherever you…
Heritage Open Days – With COVID-Friendly Options.
Since it was established in 1994, Heritage Open Days has become England’s largest festival of history and culture. As the country’s contribution to European Heritage Days, it joins 49 other countries in providing free access to a number of landmarks,…
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.…
Get Close to British Wildlife This Spring
After Ciara and Dennis both hitting the UK in the past few weeks, it may be hard to imagine that spring is just around the corner. But the days are starting to get longer, and buds are beginning to appear.…
10 Scenic Drives in the UK
Britain packs a lot of vastly different scenery within its relatively small borders, from coastal shores to mountain peaks, thick forests to open pasture land. In this post, we give you ten options for scenic drives that explore various corners…
Literary Landscapes: Arthur Ransome’s Norfolk
Our last post explored the parts of the Lake District depicted in Arthur Ransome’s beloved Swallows and Amazons series. Today, we explore another part of England that featured so prominently in the books: the Norfolk Broads. They all went out…
England Coast Path: 2,700 Miles Coming Soon!
Britain’s coastline is, quite simply, magnificent. From secluded coves to busy beaches, rugged cliffs to miles of smooth sand, the coastline around these islands has it all. And what better way to explore most of it than on foot? Wales…
Best of British Beaches – England
With more than seven thousand miles of coastline around Britain, there are beaches to suit every taste, from popular bucket-and-space resorts to isolated stretches that hardly anyone knows about. After looking at some beautiful beaches in Northern Ireland and Wales,…
National Park Spotlight: The Broads
As we continue our weekly spotlight series, this week takes us to England’s newest National Park. And that means we’re heading to the water. We’ll be showcasing some of the highlights, uncovering a few of those special places, and sharing tips…