Festive swims in Cornwall
Here’s our list of the best Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day swims in Cornwall to make your holiday one to remember.
Annie CowenWinter
Top 5 National Trust attractions to visit this winter
From breath-taking castles to countryside trails, we’ve put together our top five National Trust attractions for you to delve into this winter season.
Hannah Denby
Cornwall Christmas markets
From traditional fayres through to lively festive markets with music, food and shopping, Cornwall has got the Christmas period well and truly wrapped up.
Silvia Lowe
New Year holidays with a view
See in the New Year with something special to see - these holiday cottages have views to feast your eyes on.
Hannah Denby
Cosy cottages in the UK for a 'The Holiday' inspired getaway
With winter and the festive season approaching, now’s the time to find a cosy, fairy-tale cottage for a magical ‘The Holiday’ inspired winter getaway in the UK.
Dominique Adams
10 best cosy country pubs in south Devon
The Danish have a word for the comfort and well-being of being inside by a fire while the weather outside is terrible. We’ve put together this list of South Devon’s best cosy country pubs for you to find your own Hygge.
Philip Eley
5 Things to do when the clocks go back
While staying in bed for the extra hour is very tempting here are a few ideas to get something more out of the extra time.
Abby D
Storm watching in Cornwall
Autumn and winter are wonderful seasons to enjoy Cornwall’s more rugged and wild side. Here are the best spots for storm watching across the county.
Silvia Lowe
Wonderful winter walks in Devon
Dig out the wellies, hats and scarves, it's time for a winter adventure around the footpaths of Devon.
Philip Eley
Top 10 winter walks in Cornwall
We’ve picked out the top 10 winter walks in Cornwall ready to fill your days with unforgettable adventures.
Lizzie Heather
Cosy pubs in Cornwall
Warm up after a winter walk in one of these cosy pubs in Cornwall.
Sadie Phillips
Hurling the Silver Ball in St Ives
The St Ives Feast and hurling the silver ball are longstanding Cornwall traditions that take place in February. Brighten up your winter with a St Ives holiday filled with fun traditions.
Kayleigh Hardy
Wellbeing holidays for New Year breaks
Relax and return feeling refreshed from these holiday havens that were built with your wellbeing in mind.
Kayleigh Hardy
Guide to stargazing in Cornwall
Embrace the Great Outdoors, wrap up warm and spend an evening stargazing, either from the patio of your holiday cottage or in one of these popular places.
Abby D
Cosy cottages for couples to celebrate New Year
Cosy cottages in the South West that are perfect for celebrating New Year with your significant other.
Kayleigh Hardy
Ice skating in Hampshire
Get your skates on for a festive activity to remember. Keep kids busy with an exciting session on the ice at these popular ice rinks in Hampshire.
Kylie Barton
Top four Dorset Christmas markets
Get into the festive spirit in Dorset this Christmas with our top four Christmas markets from across the county.
Kayleigh Hardy
Top four Somerset Christmas markets
Soak up everything Somerset has to offer in the festive season with our top pick of Christmas markets and fairs from across the county.
Kayleigh Hardy
Hints and tips Self catering Christmas holiday
Enjoy Christmas away in a holiday cottage with our hints and tips for making the most of your festive getaway.
Kayleigh Hardy
Haytor Quarries walk on Dartmoor
Come rain or shine, this Dartmoor walk is enjoyable at any time of year. Winter, spring, summer or autumn, you'll find our writer, Philip heading to Haytor Quarries.
Philip Eley
The best pubs for a Sunday roast in Somerset
We’ve searched Somerset for the best places to eat a warming, hearty Sunday roast with all the family.
Kayleigh Hardy
5 awesome out of season dog beaches in Cornwall
The seasonal dog ban is almost over so it's time to grab your four legged friend for a long walk across the sand at these brilliant Cornwall beaches.
Abby D
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 Bye
Narnia comes to Christmas at Killerton
The magic of Narnia transformed Killerton House in Devon into a magical family day out to remember.
Philip Eley
Remote cottages to get away from it all
A collection of some of our most remote properties. Perfect for those who want to get away from it all this Christmas and New Year.
Kayleigh Hardy
New Year in Cornwall
The festivities have come to a close but there are still plenty of places to explore across Cornwall. Make the most of your stay in the county with some of our favourite activities to do at New Year.
Kayleigh Hardy
New Year in Devon
Christmas and New Year in Devon is a wonderful time to get out and explore all that the county has to offer. Here are some of our favourite activities for that quiet time between partying and socialising.
Kayleigh Hardy
New Year in Dorset
Explore Dorset during your down time over Christmas and New Year. A much better use of your holiday time than staying in and watching TV - that's what catch up is for.
Kayleigh Hardy
New Year in Somerset
See the sights of Somerset this Christmas and New Year by exploring some of the best bits the county has to offer in the winter.
Kayleigh Hardy
Winter walks in Cornwall
Pull yourself out of hibernation. It will do you the world of good. Put that extra gear on – the wellies, the wool, the fleece, the waterproofs. Layer up. It’s time to brave the storm with these wonderful winter walks.
Sadie Phillips
New Year in Hampshire
Spend that time between Christmas and New Year making the most of your holiday in Hampshire. Here are some ideas to get you started on things to do to relax over the festive period.
Kayleigh Hardy
Geevor Tin Mine
For my family, day trips normally involve beaches or stately homes, but whilst holidaying in Cornwall this half-term the bad weather forced us to think creatively. And so feeling the Poldark effect, we found ourselves at Geevor Tin Mine.
Philip Eley
Where to find red squirrels on the Isle of Wight
The Isle of Wight is a wildlife haven with several reserves and an Area of Outstanding Natural beauty, there are plenty of animals to spot. Red squirrels have been homed on the Isle of Wight to protect the species, here are our top places to lay in wait for a glance or two.
Kayleigh Hardy
Arts cinemas in the South and West
Cinemas are everywhere. And can be a great way to dodge a rainy day while you’re on holiday. But if you like places with a dash of character and plenty of good films to go around, you might want to plan a special trip to one of these.
Kayleigh Hardy
A Sunday afternoon exploring Trelissick gardens
Autumn colours and a frosty feeling in the air made for a surprisingly wonderful afternoon exploring the National Trust's Trelissick gardens in Cornwall.
Kayleigh Hardy
The Times Top 3 winter walks
Check out things to do and where to stay if you fancy following one of The Times' winter walks to celebrate all things outdoors.
Kayleigh Hardy
Things to do on the beach at any time of year
Year-round beach fun with a round up of some beach activities which I do with my family, and a few suggestions of great locations to do them in.
Philip Eley
Catering for Christmas with hampers
Food is always a tough one to get organised over Christmas. With most shops now delivering, go for something a little more local to add a touch of the west country to your festivities.
Kayleigh Hardy
Philleigh Way spinach and blue cheese tarts for New Year
A fantastic recipe to serve at your New Year party or to enjoy for two in a couple's bolthole in the South West. Celebrate 2017 in style with this lovely recipe from Philleigh Way.
Kayleigh Hardy
New Year champagne cocktail recipes
Champagne - the king of New Year drinks. Here are two of my favourite cocktails to get your party started for the New Year.
Kayleigh Hardy
Philleigh Way Cookery School venison recipe
A brief but beautiful recipe from Philleigh Way cookery school based in the Roseland in Cornwall. Perfect for making an impact on your guests for Christmas and New Year.
Kayleigh Hardy
10 reasons to Christmas in Cornwall
With temperature dropping and the nights drawing in, it’s easy to lust after summer. But our sights are set firmly on the good stuff: a return to decent telly, wintry comfort food (hello Shepherd’s Pie, we’ve missed you) and most exciting of all - Christmas!
Abby D