When the darker nights set in, and the clocks have gone back, it’s all too easy to neglect getting out and about in the great outdoors, but we love this time of year. The last of the yellows, oranges

Get into the festive spirit with a trip to one of England’s most historic cities

With beautiful colleges set along a meandering river, this East Anglian treasure is a great place to relax, recharge and dream

York is a fine place to visit at this time of year, with medieval streets such as The Shambles and the towering York Minster lending it a romantic Christmassy atmosphere. Nearby adults-only York Carav

(whatever your budget!)

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