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The former capital is well worth a visit, with buzzing bars, restaurants and museums, plus 20,000 islets to explore
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A tour of towns such as Great Yarmouth and King’s Lynn, where affordable spaces and special light are attracting young artists -
Get quizzical and physical on a treasure hunt around a corner of Britain you didn’t know – there are more than 1,000 fun walks to choose from -
It’s easy to sell glamping with animals to the kids but a more sceptical dad is also won over – particularly by the ‘deep connection’ with other species -
A pilot scheme launched to promote wild camping in two of England’s national parks is charging £20 a night. So, it’s not really wild or really free
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There’s no better place to be in summer – but even in more typical weather these shores offer walks and wildlife, picnics and rockpools
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The second part of our series exploring the UK on public transport involves a surprisingly sunny stretch of Scottish coastline
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In this Somerset town known for indie shops, a makeover of a former grocery has fabulous French food and fuss-free rooms -
The inventive food at this stylish restaurant-with-rooms is a real treat after walking on Exmoor or the South West Coast Path -
The grand 19th-century buildings of this aparthotel and co-working space reflect the city’s past while offering a vision of future city-centre hotels -
An affordable stay in a magnificent setting just 40 minutes from Rome and right on the beach
Walking holidays
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After a day’s hiking, a cosy place to bed down for the night feels like heaven. All these boltholes are in walking country and many offer extras such as guides, pick-ups and picnics -
Why would anyone want to hike 40 miles in less than a day? Because this ‘death march’ is the Yorkshire equivalent of climbing Everest
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William Hazlitt, one of Britain’s finest essayists, discovered the ‘natural mysteries’ of this part of north Wales more than 200 years ago. Henry Eliot follows his lead -
This rugged, now uninhabited landscape of remote lochs and ancient woodland has an austere beauty and reminders of Bonnie Prince Charlie, crofters and Vikings -
Fascinating stories lie at the heart of these autumnal walks. From exploring dark history on the moors to Roman Britain, nature writers follow in fabled footsteps -
Fascinating stories lie at the heart of these autumnal walks, as nature writers follow in the footsteps of a Pictish queen, an eccentric poet-priest, Charles Darwin and more
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Tree climbing, ziplining, rafting and hiking, plus more activities from a flexible menu, make a fun-packed family holiday -
Take in all the fun of fairs and festivals, beaches, farms and museums with this pick of events around the country
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Kids’ science questions are answered in fun, interactive ways at an attraction where brains light up, ice forms and the planetarium is a stellar treat -
Woodland trails, a river straddled by stepping stones and the ruins of a 12th-century priory make this beautiful swathe of countryside a brilliant adventure playground -
With a month until the Women’s World Cup kicks off in France, a mum and daughter visit Lyon – host for semi-finals and the final – to watch Europe’s best team -
From dancing in the woods to fireside stories, these boutique UK festivals will entertain adults and children alike
Readers' tips
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From lung-busting alpine ascents to a family pootles along the river, we want to hear about your favourite picturesque cycling route on the continent -
Wildlife can thrive in city centres, as well as in reserves, wild moors and remote islands; you just need to know what to look out for, say our tipsters -
These stunning viewpoints put the fun into funiculars and the drama into panorama – and many have art, bars and cafes to enjoy, too -
From navigating quiet forest rivers in Germany to chugging along France’s canals fuelled by cheese and wine, our tipsters explore idyllic waterways
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Snowdon and Ben Nevis are great climbs, so long as you don’t mind the queues on the trails. These walks are just as challenging and scenic but without the crowds -
Growing numbers of travellers are eschewing flights in favour of more sustainable forms of transport – even when their destinations are as far-flung as China -
Begone boozy festivals, these events follow a trend for healthy holidays by adding running and fitness into a mix that also includes live music and DJs
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