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The coast team looks forward to some of the best events around our shores in 2026

From unmissable novels to standout adaptations and immersive literary experiences, this is your essential book guide for 2026

Giant leeks and pumpkins the size of a small car can give impression that there is something slightly comical about competitive fruit and vegetable growing. But those who take part in this cherished B

A confluence of styles and eras, Eltham Palace & Gardens in London is part art deco mansion and part medieval hall, with lavish interiors to admire. Outdoors, cross London’s oldest working bridge into