January is a great time for a relaxing staycation by the sea. Bracing walks followed by cosying up in front of an open fire is the ideal way to start the year. Here are some of our favourite picture-perfect cottages to rent for your first break of 2026

1 1 SWIM IN THE SEA FOR THE ...

Every month, we trawl the nation’s coastline to bring you news of the people, places and exciting goings-on that are worth knowing about

Who says you have to hike for miles to see something amazing? Not us. Welcome to little walks with jaw-dropping moments… starting with a mountain in the sea. In Somerset.

Rye, East Sussex This Medieval town is brimming ...

Susan Taylor celebrates New Year in Cornwall with bracing walks and fancy dress I could feel it in the air – almost reach out and touch it. Not the wind and rain; even that was strangely quiet, mirror