Starry destinations

From spas to stargazing, this English county is the original home of wellbeing

It’s the busiest time of year for Britain’s beautiful places. Yet as these locations prove, you can find silence, sensational scenery and space to breathe.

Staycation inspiration in Northumberland, Pembrokeshire, Suffolk and on Loch Lomond, plus a special seafood restaurant in London

A crack-of-dawn start is one way to avoid the crowds. But there’s another option that doesn’t need an alarm clock.

For a sporty break close to home, head to one of the UK’s best outdoor adventure playgrounds, Wales. Writer Donna Richardson makes two active stops

From bucket-and-spade resorts to wild nature, there’s something for everyone