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Inspire me

Planning a weekend break or a much-needed romantic trip away and in need of fresh ideas and holiday inspiration for 2024? We’ve got just the thing. From England’s best gardens to Harry Potter filming locations, 24-hour city breaks ideas and some of the most charming villages and countryside in the world, we have plenty of recommendations to help you escape the everyday.

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Two carved pumpkins lit up by candle

Top family-friendly Halloween events 2023

Boil, boil, toil and trouble! Get out this October half-term with these spooky yet family-friendly Halloween activities and events.

 
A steam train travels through a snow-covered landscape

9 unmissable Christmas steam train experiences for 2023

Get into the Christmas spirit by jumping aboard any one of these festive-themed steam train experiences in England.

 
Bay, with steep cliffs and rocks on the beach, on the North sea coastline of Yorkshire. Sunset. Evening. Calm seas.

5 of the best beaches for wildlife spotting

From fluffy seal pups, to bottlenose dolphins and soaring sea birds, England's beaches are great places to see nature at its very best.

 
Daffodils in bloom in a London park

Easter events in 2024

Looking for things to do during the 2024 Easter holidays? Check out our guide to family-friendly Easter events taking place over the Easter weekend.

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