Lough

The verdant valleys and meandering rivers of Ireland capture the essence of this land of myth and magic… where fascinating ancient history meets foodie bliss with a modern twist

Eleven friends of COUNTRY LIFE pen a love letter to their small, yet oh so distinctive patches of the British Isles, from the big skies of the north Norfolk coast to the street art of Belfast, from the glens of Perthshire to the Exe estuary in Devon via the apple orchards of Herefordshire

A pier, a poet, puzzling plaques, poignant letters, seals and sea lavender; we explore a coastline packed with fascination. This is a dog-friendly week in Lincolnshire, based one mile inland from the

This trip is confusing me. One moment I feel like I’m in New Zealand, surrounded by dense tree ferns in a damp and mossy glade above a waterfall. A couple of hours later I’m bombarded by ker-chings of

Bangor Marina, operated by Boatfolk, is based on the south shore of Belfast Lough, sheltered from the prevailing wind, and is just a quick 23nm hop across the Irish Sea to Portpatrick on the west coas

From wild beaches and winding cliff paths to ancient sites and world-class surf, this corner of Wales offers unforgettable natural beauty and great dining experiences. Coast editor-in-chief Alex Fisher explores