Hidden gem

Look further afield than Paris and NYC for a mini break next year

From castles and street festivals to photo walks and portfolio reviews, the UK has hundreds of low-cost activities and resources to keep you inspired and active all year round. Tracy Calder chooses 40 of the best

Where can you see the Golden Boys and the Floozie in the Jacuzzi, stroll around Gas Street Basin or stand on a rooftop garden admiring an eclectic architectural skyline? Birmingham! Probably not every

Looming over the city from up high and lit up in dramatic red lights at night, Edinburgh Castle looks like it could be straight out of a Traitors scene. Tickets (£21.50 for adults) get you access to a

WHY GO? If you’ve never been to Edinburgh before, well, why on earth not? It’s packed with everything from world-famous landmarks to quaint hidden neighbourhoods and creative local experiences. Gettin

A city with soul, what more could you want? The music is Motown magic, the food’s fantastic, and you can even make your own beauty products