A few minutes’ walk from bustling Earls Court Road, past quiet cobbled mews, is Templeton Garden, the latest opening from chic European hotel group Miiro and arguably London’s most stylish new hotel.

With beehives and a garden on the roof, the countryside doesn’t seem so far away at this elegant London hotel that’s perfect for a festive stay

For many of us, Christmas is something we look forward to all year, anticipating the merriment, the presents, the parties and… the washing up. Yes, that’s an inevitable part of entertaining family and

Even the swankiest islands have a scattering of smaller, more affordable stays – if you know where to look. Luckily, Lucy Thackray does

Enjoy a European capital, where your city break meets festive sparkle

Take your pick from our edit of fabulous flight-free English breaks