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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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Fowey harbour, Cornwall, England

11 of the best seafood restaurants in England

From fish and chips to fresh seafood platters, we've scouted out some of the best (and tastiest) seafood along England's coastline.

 

UK breaks: 24 hours in Whitby

Scratch the surface of the Gothic, historic and dramatic seaside town of Whitby, perched on the Yorkshire Coast.

 
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.

 
A couple on the North Cornish coast, walking along the clifftops. A red Classic Jaguar car parked.

6 of the most scenic drives in England

From mountain passes to picturesque coastal roads, England has plenty of magnificent driving routes worthy of a road trip.

 
This bridge across the River Cam between the St John's College's Third Court and New Court

13 places for a romantic break in England

Treat your other half to a couple’s weekend away or a slap-up meal at England’s most romantic restaurants.

 
Large Edwardian period hotel room decorated with modern navy blue feature wall complete with a seacape painting, a light blue armchair in front of large windows and a king sized bed

Escape on a romantic break to Merchants Manor Hotel

Hot tubs hidden away in a secluded garden, snooze-inducing massages, and an award-winning restaurant serving sublime locally-sourced dishes; welcome to Merchants Manor.

Location: Falmouth, Cornwall

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