Channel island tidal tactics

Whether it’s the raw beauty of Sark, the gentle charm of Guernsey, or the historic intrigue of Alderney, the Channel Islands promise an idyllic break less than an hour’s flight from Gatwick. Closer to

Tiny, but packed with things to see and do, this Channel Island is a gem

Having made it to Plymouth, Simon Ellis continues his three-month long mission to visit every bay, marina and harbour from Poole to the Isles of Scilly

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

Greg Manning sails his Fairey Atalanta from Arisaig in the West Highlands to the Isle of Skye in the Inner Hebrides

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