Forget kiss-me-quick hats, sticks of rock and funfairs – Britain’s favourite seaside spots now offer space, peace and pristine beaches. Bamburgh, in Northumberland, with its vast sandy beach and castle view, has been named the country’s best-loved coastal destination. It is one of a number of smaller, less crowded holiday resorts that have been listed … Read more
Forget kiss-me-quick hats, sticks of rock and funfairs – Britain’s favourite seaside spots now offer space, peace and pristine beaches. Bamburgh, in Northumberland, with its vast sandy beach and castle view, has been named the country’s best-loved coastal destination. It is one of a number of smaller, less crowded holiday resorts that have been listed … Read more
This is one sure-fire way to feel like royalty. Holidaymakers can now rent a newly opened and restored apartment within the medieval Clock Tower of Bamburgh Castle, which has played host to a succession of monarchs and has blockbuster views of the stunning Northumberland coast to Holy Island from its lofty position 150ft up on … Read more
This is one sure-fire way to feel like royalty. Holidaymakers can now rent a newly opened and restored apartment within the ancient walls of incredible Bamburgh Castle, which has played host to a succession of monarchs and has blockbuster views of the stunning Northumberland coast to Holy Island from its lofty position 150ft up on … Read more
Archaeologists digging in the grounds of Bamburgh Castle have discovered the remains of a roundhouse which dates back to the end of the Roman era. The remnants of the building indicate it could be up to 65 feet (20 metres) in diameter and likely belonged to a member of society of relative importance. Excavators working … Read more
Archaeologists digging in the grounds of Bamburgh Castle have discovered the remains of a roundhouse which dates back to the end of the Roman era. The remnants of the building indicate it could be up to 65 feet (20 metres) in diameter and likely belonged to a member of society of relative importance. Excavators working … Read more
We should be proud of our coastline. It’s the envy of many other countries, not just for its varied landscapes and seascapes but because of our right to roam. What’s more, next year the England Coast Path aims to join the gaps between the long-distance footpaths, as well as improve existing trails. It’s been a … Read more
A tiny village in the north of England has been crowned Britain’s best coastal destination in a new Which? survey, with some of the nation’s most famous resorts languishing at the bottom of the ranking. Thousands of holidaymakers rated 100 seaside destinations, from their most recent visits, in a range of categories – quality of … Read more
Britain was a fractious nation in the 7th Century AD, still looking for stability several centuries after the collapse of the Roman empire. At this point, various kings ruled over different regions of land and many languages and religions dominated certain locales. The exact date of the church is not known, but it is though … Read more