January is a great time for a relaxing staycation by the sea. Bracing walks followed by cosying up in front of an open fire is the ideal way to start the year. Here are some of our favourite picture-perfect cottages to rent for your first break of 2026

For many of us, Christmas is something we look forward to all year, anticipating the merriment, the presents, the parties and… the washing up. Yes, that’s an inevitable part of entertaining family and

Rye, East Sussex This Medieval town is brimming ...

Christine Faughlin sings the praises of a converted chapel on the 30,000-acre Bolton Abbey estate in the Yorkshire Dales

York is a fine place to visit at this time of year, with medieval streets such as The Shambles and the towering York Minster lending it a romantic Christmassy atmosphere. Nearby adults-only York Carav

This week’s dream: a little corner of Blighty ...