Georgian tower with views of the Solent and smugglers access tunnel.
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The traditional fillet of fish fried in batter or rolled in breadcrumbs and served with chips probably started in London around 1860. This British fast-food favourite that is as emblematic of the UK as the double-decker bus and th..
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A fantastic yet underrated ancient forest where animals roam free, an exceptional automobile museum, English country gardens, one of the most famous pubs in the country, delicious local produce and charming hotels. Where can you f..
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Do you know how to wwoof? It’s very simple: you participate in the work of an organic farm in exchange for lodgings and a room, anywhere in the world.
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Ridley Scott’s new Robin Hood film is an invitation to discover the famous Sherwood Forest and the good old town of Nottingham.
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English mint was once renowned for being the best in the world and retired Businessman, Sir Michael Colman, is doing his utmost to revive its reputation at his Hampshire farm.
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Don’t let the remote location fool you. Whether searching for the Loch Ness monster or stopping for a wee dram in one of the many local distilleries is your thing, you won’t be short of things to do in the Scottish Highlands. If, ..
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Forty minutes from Bristol, the young capital of Wales (established as such as recently as 1955) appeals as much by its energy as by its scenery and Victorian architecture. From 15 September to 6 October 2007, its legendary Millen..
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If you thought fish and chips was Britain's favourite dish, think again. A recent survey showed it is actually chicken tikka massala. And there's no better place to eat it than the famous curry houses of Brick Lane.
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So how can you enjoy London without the congestion, noise and pollution? Well, how about a peaceful cruise on the Thames, the ideal way to take in a number of the capital’s major landmarks between Westminster and Greenwich.
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So how can you enjoy London without the congestion, noise and pollution? Well, how about a peaceful cruise on the Thames, the ideal way to take in a number of the capital’s major landmarks between Westminster and Greenwich.
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Set some time aside in your programme of festivities to discover on foot this city which is most attractive on account of its natural craggy relief, its architectural diversity and wealth of museums and its good addresses—restaura..
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For a long time victim of its bad reputation, the city of The Beatles is making a sensational comeback. This old port city offers an attractive mix of museums and shops in a context that evokes its prestigious maritime history.
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It was only when I saw my friend Peter hanging over a branch, clinging desperately to his pole as the punt drifted away, that I realised we should have learnt a few simple rules before setting out. Rule one of punting - always sta..
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Question: What do Queen Victoria, Lord Palmerston, Edward VII, Tiger Woods, Gordon Brown and the England Football team all have in common? The answer? They’ve all stayed as guests as The Grove in leafy Hertfordshire.
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With it’s Roman walls, Medieval cobbled streets and grand Georgian houses, Chester certainly has plenty of history but that doesn’t mean it’s stuck in the past. A spate of new hotel, restaurant and bar openings, plus an extended d..
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Lundy Island, off the coast of North Devon, is only three miles long by half a mile wide but it has it’s own postal service - and even it’s own rare type of cabbage - and it is a haven for day-trippers as well as those wanting to ..
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Getting back to nature doesn’t have to mean roughing it. At Natural Retreats on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park visitors can enjoy the stunning countryside in style.
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With Michelin starred Gidleigh Park, Bath Priory and four ABode hotel restaurants to his name, West Country chef Michael Caines MBE has certainly made his mark - but to achieve this he’s had to overcome more challenges than most.
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A unique bed and breakfast scheme means the public can now experience life behind the walls of some of Oxford University’s oldest and most prestigious colleges - without having to sit an entrance exam.
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