48 hours in totnes

Glastonbury, in the Somerset Levels, might bring to mind crystal healing and ley lines, but away from the town wildlife flourishes. Our campsite was perfectly placed, close to both the RSPB’s Ham Wall

We arrive in the New Forest under a curtain of torrential rain; windscreen wipers on full throttle, headlights catching glimpses of muntjac deer as gusts batter the car. Crawling up a winding dirt tra

Tucked away in the south-east corner of the UK, within easy reach from London, Kent has long been known as ‘the garden of England’: a patchwork of rolling hills, lush fields and leafy vineyards, dotte

Generally, few settings are as calming– or as coveted– as those beside a river and these five homes offer rare tranquillity among watery idylls, yet are also within relatively easy reach of the capital

After a subdued 2025, early smoke signals suggest a more active year lies ahead for the property market in Somerset and Dorset

From five-star hotels and award-winning restaurants to art exhibitions and running challenges, Northumberland’s cultural scene is thriving. Whether you’re planning a weekend away or exploring your own backyard, these are the county’s latest openings and experiences