East of england

The nearest station is Manningtree, on the Great Eastern Main Line, which is around 1 hour 15 minutes from London Liverpool Street and is also reachable from Colchester and Ipswich. If coming by car,

Soak up the autumnal vibes with a cosy staycation in the forest

When the darker nights set in, and the clocks go back, it’s all too easy to neglect getting out and about in the great outdoors, but we love this time of year. The yellows, oranges and browns of the l

Barnard Castle is famous for its stunning castle ruins towering over the beautiful River Tees. In recent times, though – during the pandemic – this charming market town became far more widely known as

10 great sites for brilliant birdwatching

Hankering after a life in the countryside? Don’t leave home without our expert guide for house-hunters