Best of british getaways

Autumn is the season we crave a getaway. Great food, a good night’s sleep and a leaf-kicking walk ticks all the boxes - take your pick

Drawing regular queues to its snug 200-year-old home, this bakery in Dunkeld by former Great British Bake Off semi-finalist Flora Shedden is a local phenomenon. Laminated layers of croissants shine, b

10 great sites for brilliant birdwatching

Self-catering has all the benefits of staying at home, but the joys of being away. For a shortcut to the best places to stay, here are some we’ve tried and tested

When friends who recently moved to west Devon invited us to see their new home, we decided to combine the visit with a brief autumn tour of the area, so we could explore the beautiful landscapes of Da

A stay in market town Alnwick provides top dining and unexpected brushes with fauna and flora, says Fiona Gibson