Rural escapes in autumn
Feel the leaves crunch beneath your feet as you enjoy crisp autumn afternoon walks in England’s picturesque woodlands and parks, whilst admiring their stunning displays of colour. Enjoy wildlife spotting and star gazing under the autumn skies at the Northumberland International Dark Sky Park; uncover local folk laws and spooky tales of the Lancashire Witches as you explore Pendle Hill and the Ribble Valley, and take afternoon tea after a magical woodland walk at Falling Foss in North Yorkshire.
See unusual sculptures in Grizedale Forest
Discover the unexpected, the quirky, the confounding and the confusing in Grizedale Forest with a whole host of art inspired by the landscape.
Location: Windermere, Cumbria
Discover Lowther Castle & Gardens
Of the many treasures waiting to be discovered in the Lake District, Lowther Castle is a particular gem.
Location: Penrith, Cumbria
Banish the autumn blues in a 13th century retreat fit for a queen
As the nights draw in, make yourself at home in a 13th century royal retreat that is anything but old and stuffy.
Location: Penrith, Cumbria
Take a walk with the wildlife in the Lake District
Keep your eyes peeled and cameras at the ready for some serious Cumbrian wildlife spotting.
Location: Lake District, Cumbria