Southwold Crowned UK's Best Coastal Town for 2025
The Suffolk gem of Southwold has been voted the UK's best coastal destination for 2025. Discover what makes its beaches, pier, and local charm so special for your next seaside escape.
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Best UK Seaside Hotels 2026: Queen Victoria's Favourite
Discover the Good Hotel Guide's top 5 UK seaside stays for 2026, from a spot Queen Victoria sketched to remote island escapes. Plan your coastal getaway now.
Boxing Day sales crowds defy £1bn spending drop forecast
Shoppers queued from dawn for Boxing Day sales at Bicester Village and on UK high streets, but Barclays predicts spending will be £1bn lower than 2024 amid economic pressures.
2025 on track to be UK's hottest year ever
The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.
Family finds travelling world cheaper than UK rent
Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.
Award-winning fish and chips in Norfolk's Wells-next-the-Sea
Discover Wells-next-the-Sea, the Norfolk coastal gem home to French's Fish Shop, a top-rated chippy, and a stunning beach with colourful huts. Plan your perfect seaside escape today.
Dorset's Tyneham: The Village Time Forgot
Explore Tyneham, the Dorset village evacuated in WWII and never returned to. A poignant snapshot of history now open to visitors. Discover its story.
Lacock: The 'Frozen in Time' Village Used in Harry Potter & More
Explore Lacock, the Wiltshire village frozen in time and used for Harry Potter, Downton Abbey, and Pride and Prejudice. Discover its history and why it's a must-visit for film fans.
Visit Malta's Abandoned Disney Popeye Village Film Set
Explore the preserved 1980s Popeye film set in Malta, a stunning tourist attraction built for a forgotten Disney movie starring Robin Williams. Discover its history and visitor experience.
Pensioner donates £750k to save village church from demolition
A 91-year-old man in France has stunned his community by donating his entire £750,000 inheritance to restore his local church, securing its future for 150 years. Read this heartwarming story of legacy and generosity.
Edensor: The Peak District's Unique 1830s Village
Explore Edensor, a hidden gem in the Peak District. This purpose-built 1830s village boasts a unique mix of architectural styles, commissioned by a Duke. Discover its storybook charm today.
Low Newton: Northumberland's Hidden Gem Seaside Village
Discover Low Newton, a serene National Trust fishing village in Northumberland. Explore its quiet beach, renowned microbrewery pub, and stunning nature reserve. Plan your coastal escape today.
Meopham: The UK's Longest Village Explored
Journey through Meopham, Kent's record-breaking 7-mile village. Discover if it truly holds the title of Britain's longest village and what defines rural settlements.
Suffolk's Celebrity Seaside Village of Walberswick
Discover Walberswick, the serene Suffolk coastal village where Ed Sheeran and Keira Knightley escape. Explore its 1,000-acre nature reserve and famous crab championships. Plan your visit today!
Staithes: A 'Magical' Yorkshire Seaside Village
Explore Staithes, a charming North Yorkshire fishing village with cobbled streets, stunning sea views, and a rich artistic heritage. Perfect for a family day out or a coastal getaway.
English village frozen in time discovered in Dorset
Explore the charming village of Corfe Castle, where time stands still with vintage shops, traditional pubs, and historic steam trains transporting visitors to a bygone era.
Whitby: Yorkshire's Hidden Gem Seaside Escape
Looking for a traditional British seaside escape without the crowds and high prices? This charming Yorkshire coastal town offers stunning scenery, fresh seafood, and authentic charm at a fraction of the cost of popular southern resorts.
American's brutal UK seaside town review goes viral
A US visitor's unflinching review of a traditional UK coastal destination has sparked both laughter and debate online after he documented his culture shock experience.
UK's Best Value Seaside Town Revealed for 2024
Discover the surprising UK coastal town that's been crowned the best value seaside destination, offering stunning beaches, affordable attractions and perfect family holidays without breaking the bank.
Family feud turns deadly in Crete mountain shootout
A decades-old family vendetta erupts in violence on a Greek mountainside, leaving a 50-year-old woman and another relative dead in a brutal shootout involving military-grade weapons.
Foxes terrorise village in bizarre car vandalism spree
The quiet village of Barley has become the centre of a wildlife mystery as locals report increasingly brazen fox behaviour, with vehicles being systematically targeted in what some believe is deliberate vandalism.
Lost Derbyshire village reappears after 70 years underwater
The mysterious Peak District village of Derwent, deliberately flooded in the 1940s to create Ladybower Reservoir, has dramatically reappeared during recent dry weather, revealing haunting remnants of a lost community.
Lost UK Village Compared to Atlantis Reemerges
Discover the haunting story of Derwent, the picturesque Yorkshire village deliberately flooded to create Ladybower Reservoir, now visible during droughts as a ghostly reminder of its past.
UK's Best Value Beach Hotel Discovery
Discover a hidden coastal paradise where luxury meets value - this stunning beachfront hotel offers unforgettable stays without breaking the bank.
Inside Britain's ghost village abandoned since WWII
Discover the haunting story of Imber, the Wiltshire village emptied during WWII that remains frozen in time, accessible to the public for just a few precious days each year.
Tynemouth: Newcastle's Stunning Coastal Gem
Discover Tynemouth, the charming North East seaside village boasting golden beaches, historic ruins, and award-winning food scenes just minutes from Newcastle.
Mumbles: The Seaside Village Full of Independent Shops
Discover the coastal gem of Mumbles, where independent retailers are thriving against the odds, offering everything from artisan cheese to vintage treasures in a picturesque seaside setting.
Appledore: Devon's Dutch-style village gem
Nestled on Devon's rugged coast, the picturesque fishing village of Appledore boasts unexpected Dutch charm with colourful gabled houses and maritime heritage that creates a truly continental atmosphere.
Deal, Kent: Britain's Best Value Seaside Escape
Discover why Deal in Kent is becoming the UK's most sought-after coastal retreat, offering stunning beaches, charming architecture and affordable seaside living just two hours from London.
The UK seaside town battling for survival
An honest travel review reveals why one British seaside destination is struggling with litter, neglect and fading charm - and what visitors really think.
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