by Maggie | Jan 1, 2025 | Leisure & Travel Features
The stark landscapes of mid-winter are the best time for enjoying the elements on these routes. Our writers tell us the personal stories behind their favourite hikes. Derwent Edge, Peak District You can concertina this walk into a couple of hours, or else pack a... by Maggie | Nov 1, 2024 | Leisure & Travel Features
Ghost-hunters will love the grisly tales that cling to these medieval manors, ancient burial grounds and chilling castles, chosen by a gothic horror novelist – and all are open to visitors. Blickling Hall, Norfolk Blickling Hall is a handsome house that boasts... by Maggie | Oct 1, 2024 | Leisure & Travel Features
Autumn is a great time to join locals as they celebrate the fruits of the season, from the vineyards of Provence to the forests of Transylvania. Olive picking: Istria, Croatia Croatia’s northernmost region is famous for its olives, and the Meneghetti hotel and winery... by Maggie | Sep 1, 2024 | Leisure & Travel Features
From within sight of the Lake District to Surrey, an epic – and slow – journey along the length of England’s waterways. My home is a floating island on more than 2,000 miles of interconnected inland waterways in England and Wales. In my 17 metre narrowboat... by Maggie | Jul 2, 2024 | Leisure & Travel Features
Dreaming about a summer spent in a campervan? Check out these dreamy campsites where you can park and pitch up in the UK. Whether you’re imagining trekking legendary highways and gorgeous coastal routes or working your way between blissful nature reserves and bustling... by Maggie | Jun 1, 2024 | Leisure & Travel Features
Travel writers take a salty, summer saunter through old-fashioned seaside towns that have ‘not yet been Airbnb-brushed out of existence’. Weymouth, DorsetPhotographer Martin Parr’s 1999 film Think of England captures the nostalgic appeal of Weymouth: roast dinners at...