Just a hop, skip and jump from London, but a million miles from the stresses of the city, newly refurbished countryside retreat Burnham Beeches makes a perfect escape, whether you’re seeking a Mother’

Coneysthorpe, North Yorkshire YO60 7DD T 01653 648316 W castlehowardholidayhomes.co.uk OPEN All year Located on the Castle Howard estate, this lakeside holiday site’s touring area has spacious, hardst

School’s out for the week, so we’ve rounded up the best things to do with the kids across the country

Throughout February 2026 Head to this beautiful garden near Stroud in the Cotswolds to see snowdrops at their best, with steep banks and woodland glades carpeted in pure white and fresh green. There a

Get together with the family and enjoy a fun day out this February break

Bulbs planted in autumn come to life now and deliver vibrant bursts of colour – a joy to see after the dark winter months. Daffodils (more on those overleaf) and tulips are enduring symbols of spring