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Before she discovered the charms of the Lake District, Beatrix Potter summered for over 10 years in Perthshire. The family’s holidays were not traditional two-week sojourns; the Potters took a house f

Alastair MacDonald Jackson spent two years visiting as many of Scotland’s west coast islands as possible. Here he showcases some of the greatest wonders of the west – and offers practical advice on how to see them

On Scotland’s western edge, the Isle of Skye is a timeless haven of windswept cliffs, dramatic landscapes, legends and enduring spirit

Bamburgh Castle isn’t just a place to stay – it’s a bona fide bucket-list experience. As a journalist, I’ve been fortunate enough to visit some truly memorable locations, but spending the weekend in m

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

There’s no better way to discover this wild corner of Wales, says Kerry Walker