UK Travel

Planning holidays in Lyme Regis? This Dorset coastal town is perfect for a walkable, car-free staycation with beaches and views.

Escape the crowds with these hidden UK beaches, where quiet coastlines and untouched views offer a different kind of summer.

From the Lake District to Snowdonia, discover nine beautiful UK spring road trips perfect for families before peak summer crowds.

The UK has a way of offering contrast within short distances. You can leave a busy street in central London and, within a few hours, be walking across open moorland or along a quiet stretch of coastline. What stands out isn’t just the variety, but how accessible it all is.

So here I am at Mira — a self-contained shack set at the base of an incredibly beautiful waterfall, completely surrounded by… well, nothing but forest, hills and farmland stretching as far as the eye can see.

In recent years, Britain’s most famous walking routes have become increasingly busy. Viral viewpoints, social media hotspots and the rise of outdoor tourism have meant that some of the country’s best-loved trails can now feel surprisingly crowded.

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.