Cotswold Village Keeps Christmas Lights On to Brighten January Saturday, January 17, 2026 broadway cotswolds christmas lights winter festive village tourism local community The picturesque Cotswold village of Broadway is spreading extra cheer this winter by keeping its Christmas lights shining well into January. Known for its charming tree-lined high street and honey-stone boutiques, Broadway’s … Read More
Hastings: Independent Shops and Seaside Charm Make It 2026’s Must-Visit Town Friday, January 16, 2026 hastings seaside tourism independentshops oldtown culture art travel britain beach Nestled along the East Sussex coast, Hastings is gaining recognition as one of the UK’s most captivating seaside towns and a top destination to visit in 2026. Once known for its nostalgic amusements like the iconic … Read More
Canary Islands Featured on Fodor's 'No Travel' List for 2026 Amid Tourism Strains Sunday, January 4, 2026 canaryislands tourism overtourism travel sustainability environment spain fodorstravel holidays localcommunities The Canary Islands have long been a favourite getaway for British tourists, celebrated for their year-round sunshine, vibrant resorts, and convenient four-hour flight from the UK. This partnership between visitors and locals … Read More
The £100 Million 'British Disneyland' That Almost Rivalled Alton Towers Friday, December 26, 2025 merrieengland themepark cannock mecca midlands leisure history tourism altontowers 1970s In an alternate reality, Alton Towers and Drayton Manor would have faced serious competition from a sprawling leisure complex dubbed a “British Disneyland.” This ambitious project, planned for a site near Cannock … Read More
Cheltenham: The Cotswolds Gem with Four Christmas Markets and an Ice Rink Just 35 Minutes from Birmingham Thursday, December 4, 2025 cheltenham christmas cotswolds markets shopping festivals icerink boutiques artisan tourism Nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds, Cheltenham transforms into a festive wonderland every December. This picturesque regency town offers not just one, but four enchanting Christmas markets set within charming wooden … Read More
How to Bypass the Entry Fee at Coughton Court After National Trust Hands Back Management Sunday, November 30, 2025 coughtoncourt throckmorton historichouses warwickshire heritage tudor membership nationaltrust preservation tourism In a significant change announced in June, the Throckmorton family will take back the management of Coughton Court in Warwickshire from the National Trust starting February 2026. This news initially sparked disappointment … Read More