Dorset escapes
With the children back at school it is safe for the parents and grandparents to get out into the world unhindered; this might be the perfect time for a romantic getaway, just the two of you on a Dorset escape.
Becky ByePlaces to Go
We’ve climbed mountains to bring you insider stories of our West Country explorations. Now go find them for yourselves...
Top ten Autumn walks in Somerset
As the colder months draw in, and golden and red hues fill the trees then empty over the paths as we head through winter, there’s nothing quite like gathering the family for a stroll through the countryside. Embrace the fresh air, wrap up warm and soak in the beauty of Somerset on these ten autumn walks.
Kylie Barton
Best places to fish in Hampshire
Fishing can be a great day out for families, couples, parent and child, or even solo. Whether you are new to the activity, or you have brought all your gear on holiday with you, there is something for everyone here in Hampshire.
Kylie Barton
Hidden places to go in the English Riviera
The English Riviera is a large area with lots of beautiful beaches and many interesting houses to explore, but sometimes visitors might want to escape from the crowds and get off the beaten track. So, here is my guide to beautiful hidden places in the English Riviera.
Philip Eley
Best places for trainspotting in Somerset
If you enjoy the chugging of the engines, seeing the steam rise up into the skies, and the hustle and bustle on board a carriage, then be sure to check out the West Somerset Railway when visiting the county.
Kylie Barton
New Forest Walking Festival
Explore the New Forest with or without the help of a local expert during October's New Forest Walking Festival, for young, old, two or four legs.
Kylie Barton
Film locations near Dorset
A TV and film location pilgrimage might be the perfect weekend of escapism for you and your other half. Wiltshire, Hampshire and Dorset are littered with both well-known and not so well-known film sets, with their period buildings and rolling countryside providing the perfect cinema backdrop.
Becky Bye
UK Island hopping escapes in the South and West
Island hopping can be a beautifully British pastime. In this case, it’s all about the transport, as recommended by our staff, travelling on alternative modes of transport and escaping to an island in the South and West.
Katie Chown