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Emily wearing denim shorts and a red jumper with white sleeves, sitting on a rock by a river and looking away from the camera towards High Force Falls, a small and very powerfull waterfall with white water flowing down a dark grey rocky cliff face. Durham Dales

A Cultural County – City, Coast and Countryside in Durham UK

England
Last Updated 19 December 2024

Durham has it all: culture, history, gorgeous landscapes, and a stunning coastline. My guide to the best things to do in the county will help you plan a trip that covers it all…

17 of the Very Best Places to Stay in Bath

England
Last Updated 21 October 2024

A round up of the very best places to stay in Bath – or nearby, if you want to combine city and country. Best hotels in Bath, plus self catering and hostels…

aerial view of York city with a river and green fields in th eforeground and a city skyline further back. There is a large cathedral taller than all the other buildings to the right and a cloudy sky above.

17 of the Best Things To Do In York – A Local’s Guide

England
Last Updated 19 December 2024

A guide to all the best things to do in York – from a local! From the best York attractions, to what to do at night, to the very best food and drink…

seagull on a wooden wall in front of Weymouth Harbour with blue green water and a white fishing boat moored. There is a row of narrow terraced three storey houses on the far side all painted in different colours.

Things to do in Weymouth if you Only Have One Day

England
Last Updated 19 December 2024

A local’s guide to the top things to do in Weymouth! Helping you get the most out of a day trip or cruise layover in Weymouth, UK…

Emily wearing a khaki green parka with a fur lined hood with her long blonde hair down leaning against a low stone wall and looking out at Pulteney Bridge in Bath, a covered stone bridge lined with the backs of a terraced row of shops. Weekend in Bath.

How to Plan the Perfect Weekend in Bath

England
Last Updated 21 October 2024

Planning the perfect weekend in Bath for wellness, relaxation, and indulgence. Make the most of England’s spa city in a short space of time!

View of Durdle Door at sunset from a grassy clifftop looking down at the shingle beach and the large rock archway over the sea. Things to do in dorset

24 of the Best Places to Stay in Dorset

England
Last Updated 3 January 2025

A round up of the best places to stay in Dorset. From hotels and Airbnb’s, to camping and glamping – all recommended by real travellers…

9 Things to do in the New Forest in Winter

England
Last Updated 9 December 2024

Planning a trip to Hampshire this winter? I’ve rounded up a few of the best things to do in the New Forest, no matter the weather.

Close up of a glass bottle of Conker Spirit Dorset Dry Gin on a white table top next to a brushed metal vase and a copper coloured shot measurer and long cocktail spoon.

5 Dorset Gins You Need to Try

England
Last Updated 4 March 2025

My Dorset gin round up – five local gins you need to know about, plus events and experiences around the county…

Close up of a military marching band at the Edinburgh Military Tattoo. The band are wearing the Scottish militery dress and kilts and are stood in front of the historic, rounded stone castle which is lit with purple light,

Why You Need to Watch The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

Scotland
Last Updated 7 October 2024

What it’s like to watch the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo – the epic marching band extravaganza held every August in the castle grounds!

view of Durdle Door a stone archway over the sea next to a curved bay with blue sea - seen from a grassy cliff top with the south west coast path leading past

Best of Dorset Coast (and New Forest) Road Trip Itinerary

England
Last Updated 4 December 2024

My itinerary for the ultimate Dorset coast road trip. From the New Forest in Hampshire, to the very best spots along the Jurassic Coast, this is the perfect Dorset weekend itinerary!