Barnard Castle is famous for its stunning castle ruins towering over the beautiful River Tees. In recent times, though – during the pandemic – this charming market town became far more widely known as

THE area where the River Tees approaches the sea has been largely industrial in recent times, but the upper stretch of the river is very different in character. Here, while the villages, hamlets and r

I'm a scrupulous planner and, since buying our first 'van in 2022, our trips have tended to be planned with military precision and packed agendas, often staying on a single site and heading out each d

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

10 great sites for brilliant birdwatching

Shoals of barbel and chub await at this popular venue