UK Travel

From entertainment costs to extras spent on food and drink, the additional financial pressures of half term can soon add up, as according to data from Equifax, parents across the UK look set to spend £323 on average across the half term break.

Muckrach Country House has re-opened its doors to guests for nightly stays, marking a new chapter for the historic Highland retreat set within the heart of the Cairngorms National Park.

For anyone contemplating a staycation that balances cultural richness with countryside tranquillity, Warwickshire presents compelling arguments.

Britons are being urged to explore seven UK locations where some of the country’s rarest and most unique wildlife thrive in their natural habitat. 

With February half term (16th to 22nd February) fast approaching, families wanting to reconnect and spend quality time together need look no further than the UK for a fun and affordable break.

It was a gloomy Monday in January when a friend and I rolled into the Farncombe Estate. On a day like that, what else is there to do but pull up at a luxury hotel and surrender to a little rest and relaxation? Grey skies, quiet roads and no pressing agenda — this, I thought, is very much the life.

Searches for UK day trips in January 2026 have skyrocketed by 302% compared to last year, as people swap airport hassle and big budgets for a quieter escape.

One of Brighton’s most iconic landmarks, The Grand Hotel epitomises timeless elegance for the modern traveller. Perfectly positioned on the seafront by the historic West Pier, the hotel now offers far more than an exceptional address.

As many families and friends find themselves spread out across various pockets of the UK, a staycation can be the perfect opportunity to catch up and make memories.

Looking for a cosy last-minute Christmas escape? From beachfront surfing houses in Cornwall to New Forest hideaways and luxury farm stays with hot tubs, these UK properties deliver everything you need for a festive break