The author shares their enthusiasm for unique pub décor and highlights ten quirky pubs in England and Wales. Notable mentions include the medieval-themed House of the Trembling Madness in York, England’s reputed oldest pub, The Royal Standard, and The Blackfriar in London, celebrated for its artistic mosaics and intimate atmosphere.
A weekend on North Devon’s Hartland Peninsula offers stunning coastlines, charming villages, and inviting pubs. Highlights include a visit to the car-free village of Clovelly, hiking in Brownsham Wood, and exploring Hartland Quay with its dramatic landscapes. Enjoy local cuisine at cozy inns while embracing the area’s tranquility.
South Wales offers diverse attractions for all interests, from adventurous activities like Zip World and hiking Pen y Fan, to historical sites such as Big Pit and St Fagans. Enjoy breathtaking beaches, vibrant Cardiff, and delicious Welsh cuisine during your visit.
Dartmoor National Park is one of my favourite places in the UK, thanks to its stark landscape, ample walking trails and cosy pubs. If you, like me, associate the word ‘hike’ with the word ‘pub’ then trust me when I say you will be spoilt for choice here….
Below you’ll find a weekend guide to the North Devon Coast. North Devon has been a popular destination for over a century. Early holiday makers flocked to its towns and beaches the same way modern travellers do now. The coastline, the first leg of the South West Coast…
The UK is home to no less than 15 National Parks. Not a bad number considering our island’s tiny size. Exmoor, found in the South West of England, was designated a National Park all the way back in 1954 but remains one of the quieter and less explored…
Often overlooked in favour of Devon’s other city, Plymouth, Exeter is worth visiting for its history and charm. We’d driven past it on several occasions whilst leaving or arriving back in the South West, (it’s where you get onto the M5) but never thought to actually stop and…
The arrival of bluebells marks the true beginning of Spring; my favourite time of the year here in Cornwall. You can find bluebells all over the county, in woodlands and often just on the side of the road. But if you are looking for some real picture perfect…
Cornwall offers travelers an alternative to foreign destinations with its unique locations resembling abroad. Highlights include Kynance Cove’s clear waters, Pentire Point’s dramatic coast, the Greek-inspired Minack Theatre, St Michael’s Mount’s tidal charm, Bedruthan Steps’ limestone formations, and the idyllic Isles of Scilly, reminiscent of the Caribbean.
There’s something about churches. I don’t know if it’s the quiet atmosphere, the architecture, or the associated history, but I love exploring them. Below is a list of the most beautiful churches in Cornwall, which I recommend visiting whether you are religious or not. NOTE: Please remember these…