England Travel Ten reasons to hire a classic campervan Posted on 24th February 2017 There are actually a million reasons why you should hire a classic campervan next holiday. But here are the ten best that our friends over at New Forest Safari Campers know of… 1. The freedom – freedom to stay in a different place […]
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Europe’s Strongest Man
England Events Weird & Wonderful Europe’s Strongest Man Posted on 1st September 2014 Leeds has had a special place in my heart since I went to university there about 15 years ago. I realise that’s showing my age and that perhaps I should be over the nostalgia by now, but in all honesty this […]
Magical Ways to Get Into the Festive Spirit This Christmas
England Events Travel Magical Ways to Get Into the Festive Spirit This Christmas Posted on 10th December 2017 Christmas spirit not hit you yet? Me neither. Thank goodness for VisitEngland – they’ve got some great ideas this festive season. Follow jewel-coloured trails through Birmingham’s Botanical Gardens, meet Santa on board a train in the North […]
Why Southsea?
England Southsea Wanders Why Southsea? Posted on 3rd May 2015 Quite simply, because it rocks. Oh, and these reasons too… 1. It’s by the sea. In fact, the whole of Portsmouth is surrounded by sea as it’s situated on an island. There’s a certain magic to hearing the waves crash against the pebbles (even in […]
Ten reasons to visit the Isle of Wight
England Ten reasons to visit the Isle of Wight Posted on 14th July 2015 The Isle of Wight – proven in the past to be one of the sunniest places in the whole of the UK – has a hot summer season of festivals, events and activities for its visitors to enjoy this year. We […]
A tour of Oxfordshire in afternoon teas
England Food & Drink A tour of Oxfordshire in afternoon teas Posted on 24th October 2015 Developed in the 1800s, enjoying an afternoon tea has become a quintessentially English activity, and it’s one that Oxfordshire has fully embraced. You’ll never be far away from a restaurant, hotel or tearoom offering warm scones, home-baked cakes and delicious […]
Best British winter days out and activities
England Europe News Best British winter days out and activities Posted on 11th November 2015 Now that the clocks have gone back and our thoughts start to focus on the winter months ahead, and of course Christmas, the experts at Britain’s Finest have put together a round up of the best British winter days out […]
Restaurant Review: Burley Manor, New Forest
England News Restaurant Review: Burley Manor, New Forest Posted on 5th December 2015 I love my job; I’ve had the privilege to go on hard hat tours of some amazing properties, attractions, hotels and restaurants over the years. While that might not sound so exciting, I feel lucky to be among the first to see […]
10 romantic spots in the New Forest
England 10 romantic spots in the New Forest Posted on 1st February 2016 Bursting with breathtaking views, beautiful places to stay, great food to eat and secret spots to spend time with the one you love most, the New Forest is perfect for making those romantic memories… 1. Grab a photo beside the road-sign in […]
5 winter canal cruises
England Europe Travel UK 5 winter canal cruises Posted on 24th October 2020 Fancy a rural retreat with dinner at amazing canalside pubs? Or perhaps you’ve always wanted to explore historic Warwick or Stratford upon Avon from a different perspective? Welcome to narrowboating. And according to Drifters Waterway Holidays, the inside top is: winter is […]