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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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Warwick Castle

From London to Newcastle: 16 days out near you

Pack up a picnic, hop in the car and swap the city for some of these beautiful English sights - all an hour or less from a major city.

 
Lulworth Cove, one of the best beaches for a hot summer day in England.

5 beaches you wouldn't believe are in England

It's hard to believe, but these five beaches really are in England. Check them out, and you might find your next holiday destination.

 

7 places to watch football in Liverpool

Footy fans unite! Grab your mates and discover some of the best places in Liverpool to watch the football.

 
Vineyards to visit in the summer

The best English vineyards to visit this summer

With great wine tasting sessions, tours and luxury touches, here are some of the best vineyards to visit in England.

 
Close up of human hand picking blackberries from branch in garden.

Where to go summer fruit picking in England

Check out summer fruit picking locations in England where the whole family can get hands-on with harvesting their own fruit and vegetables.

 
Mayfield Lavender, Banstead, Surrey, England.

8 of the loveliest lavender fields in England

Treat your senses to vivid sights, floral smells and fragrant flavours with a day trip to a lavender farm.

 
Sunset over main stage at Victorious Festival

Unmissable August bank holiday events in 2024

Look ahead to the August bank holiday with our round-up of end-of-summer events and festivals.

 
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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