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Do you ever walk into a hotel room and feel like it's missing something — like a banqueting hall and torture chamber? Here are ten castles you can stay in with unique amenities
Ben West lists the 10 best castles in the UK for an overnight stay like no other.
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The stylish surf shacks from which to explore Cornwall’s wild and ancient coastline
In our new series exploring the best places to visit in the UK, Mark Hedges journeys to Three Mile Beach near St Ives.
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Five of our favourite dog-friendly hotels — and they've all been approved by Geoffrey the dachshund
We sent Jennifer George and her canine companion Geoffrey on a quest to find five of the best dog-friendly hotels in the south.
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From Sicily to Sussex: What the Normans did for us
A trip to Sicily prompted Pamela Goodman to detour to Durham, a few weeks later: 'an unlikely pairing of cities sharing an unlikely historical overlap.'
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Sopwell House hotel review: For a spa trip, look no further
Rest and relaxation is just a short train-ride away at this luxury hotel in St Albans. Lotte Brundle checks in.
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The Seaside Boarding House review: The cosy gourmet getaway on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast with a proper sense of place
Supremely comfortable rooms, sparklingly fresh seafood and scones for breakfast — what’s not to love?
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Make sure you don't skip these South of England art and history highlights
In our final instalment of Charlotte Mullins' fifty treasures series she journeys to the South of England and the Isle of White.
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Above the clouds to beat the crowds: Where to stay in Wales if you want to conquer the 'other' Snowdon
Penmaenuchaf might be a mouthful, but it's perfectly positioned for glorious mountain walks — and there are new suites to boot.
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Top arts and culture things to see in Wales — that give you a real sense of our shared history
In our series, Charlotte Mullins continues her list of the fifty most important cultural and historical things to see in the British Isles – this time in Wales.
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Hamnet won the top film award at the 2026 Golden Globes — but where in the British countryside was it filmed?
Herefordshire is the very picture of what England is in the collective mind’s eye.
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Scotland's unmissable art and history touchstones — and where to find them
As part of her list of 50 unmissable treasures in the British Isles, Charlotte Mullins takes a look at some outstanding pieces of our heritage, located in Scotland.
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What to see in the North of England if you want to learn more about the artistic history of our country
Charlotte Mullins journeys to the North of England for the fourth instalment of our series which highlights the 50 treasure's of the British Isle's which best encompass our artistic history.
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The return of one of Europe's most iconic hotels is just the beginning for Bucharest
The Corinthia Bucharest, formerly the Grand Hotel du Boulevard, has reopened its doors. It shows that 'Little Paris' is ready to live up to its name.
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Ardbeg House review: Concept design is a tricky business, but this Scottish whisky distillery-turned-hotel proves that it can be done to great effect
Steven King checks in to Ardbeg House, a boutique hotel from the LVMH behemoth.
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Storrs Hall: A glimpse of what a trip to Lake Windermere ought to be
Lake Windermere — the largest stretch of water in the Lake District — is a tourist mecca that can often feel crowded, but head to places like Storrs Hall and you can still find the beauty and seclusion that first drew people here. Toby Keel takes a look.
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Saltmoore hotel review: The place to stay that's woodland retreat, seaside hotel and spa sanctuary all in one
Saltmoore, on the North Yorkshire coast, has barely been open a year but is already earning recognition as one of the finest places to stay in Yorkshire. Toby Keel checked in.
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The Scottish survival experience, beloved by Sir David Beckham, Ian Wright and heavyweight CEOs, that's all about learning to appreciate the dizzying brilliance of the natural world again
Patrick Galbraith follows in the footsteps of Sir David Beckham — who marked his 50th birthday with a 'survival' experience in the Scottish Highlands.
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What is everyone talking about this week: Can AI pass aesthetic judgement?
Someone asked ChatGPT and Gemini what the most beautiful city in Britain is. Their answer seems fair. Where does that leave us?
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The roads less travelled: The shapeshifting glories of Britain’s sea paths
Roger Morgan-Grenville celebrates the joys of wandering along the evanescent byways revealed by our tides.
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Country Life 24 September 2025
Country Life 24 September 2025 walks Britain's most beautiful sea paths, tells the tale of Mr Darcy's shirt and finds the best homes in the West Country.
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South Devon: Everything you need to know about where Olivia Coleman and Benedict Cumberbatch's new film was shot
Mile-upon-mile of coastline, England’s largest fish market and idyllic scenery make South Devon a fantastic staycation destination — and filming location. Here’s our guide to what to do, where to stay and what to eat.
