Festive getaway

Until 200 years ago, this Northumberland village-by-the-sea was a bustling grain port. Today, its miles of sandy beach, seafood eateries and maritime history make it an excellent choice for families.

Why you’ll love it There are plenty of lovely hotels in the UK, but some are truly exceptional. Some make you feel good as soon as you walk through the door, and The Gallivant is one of these rare cre

Stay in a spaceship, meet lions and tigers, go wild on a desert island. Here are some of the top family-friendly getaways around our coast

AT THE SEASIDE... Within easy reach of the capital (trains from central London take an hour and 40 minutes), Margate’s golden sands have been luring visitors to the seaside since the 18th century. Tra

From Cornish coves to Highland hideouts, these UK hotspots give major holiday-abroad energy

With two and a half miles of golden beach and rolling Atlantic waves, Woolacombe Sands is a favourite of surfers and kids wanting to explore rock pools. There are seaside cafés and a lifeguard service