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Best cottages for restorative escapes

Whether your idea of heaven is curling up with a book, lounging in a sauna, or exploring somewhere new, find your perfect cottage for a restorative break.

Lizzie Heather

Festivals in Devon 2025

Whether music’s your jam or actual jam, Devon has a whole roster full of music, culture and food festivals to get your 2025 going.

Annie Cowen

Things to do in Seaview

From beaches and nature reserves to cosy cafés, explore our picks of the best things to see and do in beautiful Seaview on the Isle of Wight.

Robbie Lane

Things to do in Cornwall on a rainy day

From fascinating attractions the whole family will enjoy to wonderfully refreshing walks, there are many great things to do in Cornwall on a rainy day.

Annie Cowen

An Adventure in Chichester

Explore the unique attractions that Chichester has to offer for a day out or a stay in the area.

Hannah Denby

Things to do in Porthleven

Once a quiet harbour village on the south coast of Cornwall, Porthleven is a growing hotspot for visitors to the county who have a zest for all things food and the Great Outdoors.

Kayleigh Hardy

50 things to do in May Half Term

50 ideas to keep you busy during school holidays, ranging from fruit picking to wild swimming. There's plenty of ideas to kick start your holiday planning.

Kayleigh Hardy

Crealy Theme Park

Visit the largest theme park in Devon for the best family day out. Welcome to Crealy!

Philip Eley

Easter in south Devon

From Easter egg hunts to hot cross buns, there are plenty of egg-citing Easter activities going on in south Devon.

Philip Eley

Our holiday in the New Forest

Do I really only get to stay here for the weekend? Perhaps I will call in sick on Monday and stay just a little longer.

Faye

How to Spot a Rip Current

It’s best to familiarise yourself with the dangers that come with swimming in the sea so that you can stay safe and happy - how to spot a rip current is important.

Lizzie Heather

Moors Valley Country Park

I cannot recommend Moors Valley Country Park highly enough, in fact I've already sent a number of friends and family along and hope to go back again myself soon.

Faye

Out to eat in Lymington

Charlotte and I decided to see if we could find a takeaway for dinner. Yes, there was a fully equipped kitchen to cater to our self-catering needs, but being so close to the sea, our hearts (and stomachs) were set on a fresh fish supper. So fish and chips it was to be.

Faye

Family Day Out at Paultons Park

Now theme parks may fill some families with dread – the queues, the food, the prices. But Paultons Park is a great fun day out for the whole family packed full of pleasant surprises.

Kylie Barton

How to take great holiday photos

Follow our simple hints and tips on how to capture your holiday memories. Including composition ideas, group photos and how to snap that all important sunset shot, we’ve got you covered on it all.

Kayleigh Hardy

Things to do in Lymington

Quite simply, Lymington is an enchanting town for all seasons, for all the family. Situated on the southern edge of the New Forest, it offers the perfect springboard from which to explore the stunning national park.

Jonathan C

Things to do in Newquay

One of the nation’s favourite seaside towns, Newquay is a fantastic place for a holiday. With a different beach for every day of the week, an emerging foodie scene and a packed calendar of events for the year it’s a must see location if you’re in the area.

Abby Driver

Cycling the Camel Trail to Padstow

Car parks in Padstow can be busy in the height of August, so I’ve always thought of the Camel Trail as the ideal way to travel there...

Sadie Phillips

9 Great Games for Next to Nothing

3 Games... to spice up a dull car journey 3 Games...your grandparents might teach you 3 Games...to play after a bottle or two of wine

Katie Chown

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