Seven sisters, east sussex

In our new series exploring the best places to visit in the UK, Mark Hedges journeys to Cornwall’s wild and ancient coastline

We keep the ‘van stocked and ready, the bed made and cupboards full should a break in the weather and granddaughter childminding duties allow us to spend a few days away. I like to keep an eye on the

Synonymous with the famous battle it is named after, the seaside resort of Hastings in East Sussex is a place forever cemented in the minds of British schoolchildren. Especially those who were tutored

Whether you’re seeking an adventure-packed holiday, a fun-filled family trip or a relaxing beach getaway, this southern stretch of UNESCO-listed coastline packs plenty of appeal

We arrive at the top of High Cup Nick in the North Pennines. “It’s like the world starts just over there,” comments my friend Mark. He’s pointing down the U-shaped chasm of High Cup Gill, beyond whose

Celebrating 100 years of the BBC Shipping Forecast, Jane Russell takes us on a series of coastal cruises through the forecast sea areas, exploring some of the special places on offer in each of them