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Skipton in North Yorkshire - which is home to a large castle and a very old stretch of canal - is the sixth happiest place in the country according to the Rightmove Happy at Home Index

South Shields, which is home to Sandhaven beach, has been named the second worst seaside town in the country in rankings which out Rhyl in North Wales at the bottom of the pile

The UK's most romantic destinations whether you're after a Valentine's Day break or want to plan a long weekend including the likes of the Cotswolds, Lake District, Edinburgh, and spots with Caribbean-worthy beaches

The holiday company has great deals on getaways during the school holidays

Ramsgate on the Isle of Thanet in Kent came in at number 11 out of 15 of the best places to visit in the UK compiled by the lifestyle magazine Time Out, beating the likes of Norwich and Wrexham

Plockton's micro climate allows palm tress to grow in this Scottish beauty spot - that's so attractive it's graced the silver screen as well as TV for shooting locations

This picturesque town boasts all the charm of an idyllic village but with the convenience of a small town, thanks to its market, offering everything from local produce to handmade crafts.

The owners of restaurants Crustacean and pizzeria The Loft in Weymouth, Dorset on the Jurassic Coast have decided to shut, while the organisers of popular seafood festival Seafeast have said it will not be returning

Denis Mann road-tested a trip to Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, which promotes itself as super dog-friendly, with Nelly – his exuberant Beauceron/Doberman cross – as chief reviewer

Peter Wilson has built up a huge following for Zahut's Burgers in Sunniside, Gateshead, and is now planning to open a restaurant in Stanley

Brits looking for UK seaside holidays may want to consider a posh seaside village with amazing beaches for surfing and a whole host of brilliant restaurants nearby

Enjoy some quality time together on a Great British caravan holiday

From long weekends to holidays with the children, prices start from as little as £8 per person, per night

The ITV drama Mr Bates vs The Post Office, which follows the story of subpostmaster Alan Bates who was accused of theft, highlights Llandudno in Wales where he fought to keep his business

LNER has announced that its long-awaited fast service between London and Edinburgh will launch in December 2024 if all goes to plan, linking the English and Scottish capitals in just over four hours

The UK's national parks are famous for their breathtaking scenery, gorgeous villages and plethora of things to do but there's one park that's proving a particular hit with visitors

Northern Rail is flogging thousands of tickets for £1 through its 'Low Fare Finder' to and from locations including Newcastle, Darlington, Middlesbrough and Sunderland

The best holiday destinations for 2024 have been revealed and one gorgeous UK region has made the cut along hotspots in the Caribbean and Mediterranean

The USA and Spain topped the travel bucket for little ones - while mums and dads would rather stay in the UK and holiday on home soil, the research found

Castle Coombe in the Wiltshire Cotswolds has as decent a claim on being the prettiest village in the country, having provided a backdrop for films including War Horse, Doctor Dolittle, Stardust and The Wolf Man

Bourton-on-the-Water in Gloucestershire is known by some as the Venice of the Cotswold due to its charming riverside and the many beautiful pubs that run through its village centre

The UK's best winter walks offer everything from dog-friendly trails in picturesque woodlands to picture-perfect villages and even potential snowfall for a postcard-worthy stroll

Brits are planning an average of three UK holidays next year according to Sykes Holiday Cottages but there are 10 staycation spots proving particularly popular

A small village in the Lake District has everything you could want for a picture-perfect staycation in 2024 thanks to its gorgeous surroundings and brilliant pubs

The city of Bath is a firm favourite with tourists thanks to its historic buildings and Roman Baths but a neighbouring town is just as beautiful without the crowds