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The beautiful beach in Somerset isn't particularly famous with tourists but it has the second longest stretch of sand in Europe and is dog-friendly year-round

Disney's Sleeping Beauty Castle can be found at the likes of Disneyland Paris - but most fans don't realise it has a link to a tiny village in the UK

UK islands that are often compared to the Caribbean for their incredible white sand beaches have been named some of the best places to visit in Britain for 2024

Other stunning locations Brits are unlikely to have heard of include Talybont Reservoir in Wales, and Talisker Bay, on Scotland's Isle of Skye

Britain's best lesser-known places for a holiday are about to get a bit more popular thanks to a map that helps intrepid explorers find some of the incredible places the UK has to offer

An urban explorer has urged others not to swim in a 'secret' infinity pool in Wales after he took a dip only to have an 'awkward' realisation when he got home

Christmas lights displays in the UK are always impressive so we're not surprised that one city has been named Europe's best destination for seeing twinkling lights and festive trails

Brian Dick took his family on a a four-day break to Kenwick Lodges in the Lincolnshire Wolds where they enjoyed the woodland and soaking in a bubbling hot tub beneath the leaves

The UK's best winter destinations if you want gorgeous winter walks and festive Christmas markets without having to deal with the crowds have been revealed

The UK's best places to visit in 2024 have been revealed by Time Out and there are heaps of bucket list worthy destinations including picturesque towns, bustling cities and Caribbean-worthy islands

A tiny UK village has been compared to a scene out of a Christmas card with its gorgeous cottages and telephone box but most visitors struggle to pronounce its name

The Holiday is a classic Christmas film and fans are always envious of the gorgeous UK village where Cameron Diaz stays as she swaps homes with Kate Winslet - and it's well worth adding to your staycation list

A quaint village in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty houses the oldest pub in the country and has been used to film a number of period TV shows and blockbuster films.

Parkdean Resorts has launched its Black Friday 2023 deals with family holidays from just £69 to the likes of Cornwall, Devon and the Isle of Wight - but you'll want to book soon to bag the best bargains

The hotel chain has slashed prices in its Winter Flash Sale but travel buddies need to be quick

Visiting a family-owned village where no visible modernity is allowed in the heart of England is like stepping into a time machine and returning to a more simple age

Santa’s Lodge at The Cotswold Reindeer Herd in the Cotswolds in a Christmas cottage experience which includes a festive walkway through the pine trees and a herd of 21 redineer

Brighton in East Sussex has been named one of the best places in the UK for a winter staycation, thanks to the Royal Pavilion, its great pier and the excellent shopping spots

The UK's cosiest holiday destinations have been revealed with spots in Devon, Cornwall and the Scottish Highlands proving a hit thanks to their gorgeous scenery and charming pubs

St Kilda in the Outer Hebrides is the most remote British island and had a population for thousands of years until 1930s, when the locals were evacuated to the mainland

Travelodge is selling rooms across the country for £9.50 per person, per night, meaning families can make festive trips across the country and visit markets including Edinburgh, Bath and Winchester

If you're looking for that perfect mountain getaway but aren't in a position to head off to the Alps there's a gorgeous Welsh village that will give you that wonderful fresh feel with plenty to do for adults and kids too

Ben Robinson visited villages including Seaton Sluice in Northumberland, Holkham in Norfolk, Beer in Devon, Solva in Wales and Cushendall in Northern Ireland for his BBC Two Series Villages by the Sea

Sheffield city breaks aren't always the first that come to mind when thinking of UK holidays but one writer loved the former industrial powerhouse that's now famed for its urban transformation, sustainability credentials, and miles of green space

André Rieu tour dates for 2024 have been announced including London, Leeds, Liverpool and Belfast and you can now book some incredible staycation packages including tickets