Eight divine UK B&Bs set amid glorious gardens from the Highlands to Somerset

We’re lucky to have some of the finest gardens in the world, from national treasures such as Kew, Sissinghurst and Wisley to the thousands of smaller private gardens open for charity. Many of them do so under the National Garden Scheme, which raises money for good causes in England and Wales through garden openings, plant … Read more

Revellers let their hair down in beer gardens across Britain

Scores of revellers descended onto the streets of Leeds and Newcastle tonight to toast in the May Bank Holiday and take advantage of the first three-day weekend since Covid rules were relaxed. Party-goers appeared in hight spirits as they swapped a night in at home to hit the numerous beer gardens and bars in the … Read more

Revellers let their hair down in beer gardens across Britain

Scores of revellers descended onto the streets of Leeds and Newcastle tonight to toast in the May Bank Holiday and take advantage of the first three-day weekend since Covid rules were relaxed. Party-goers appeared in hight spirits as they swapped a night in at home to hit the numerous beer gardens and bars in the … Read more

Beer gardens reopen in Scotland and Wales: Pubs can serve pints outdoors for first time in months

Pubs and restaurants can open indoors in Scotland from today and 50 people can attend weddings and funerals.  The country moves from Level 4 to Level 3 of the Scottish Government’s five tiers of restrictions on April 26. Funerals and weddings – including post-funeral events and receptions – will be allowed to take place with … Read more

Beer gardens reopen in Scotland and Wales: Pubs can serve pints outdoors for first time in months

Pubs and restaurants can open indoors in Scotland from today and 50 people can attend weddings and funerals.  The country moves from Level 4 to Level 3 of the Scottish Government’s five tiers of restrictions on April 26. Funerals and weddings – including post-funeral events and receptions – will be allowed to take place with … Read more

Indian families told to bury the dead in back gardens as crematoriums buckle under Covid strain

India’s surging Covid second wave has so overwhelmed crematoriums that grieving families are being forced to burn victims in their own gardens. The country announced a record 349,661 infections and 2,767 deaths in the past 24 hours and bodies are continuing to pile up, with experts predicting the surge to continue for weeks. In Delhi, … Read more

Revellers enjoy second weekend since beer gardens reopened as they hit town and city centres

Beer gardens across the country were packed as Britons celebrated the second weekend since lockdown restrictions were eased. Revellers enjoyed their new freedom by toasting the return of pubs and restaurants as Covid rules now mean people are allowed to eat and drink outside. Pictures show people flocking to beer gardens and making the most … Read more

Revellers enjoy second weekend since beer gardens reopened as they hit town and city centres

Beer gardens across the country were packed as Britons celebrated the second weekend since lockdown restrictions were eased. Revellers enjoyed their new freedom by toasting the return of pubs and restaurants as Covid rules now mean people are allowed to eat and drink outside. Pictures show people flocking to beer gardens and making the most … Read more

Britons will flock to parks and beauty spots and pack out beer gardens as temperatures hit 68F today

Nature lovers are today being urged to share their photos of blossom as the nation enjoys a taste of summer with temperatures of 68F and widespread sunshine.    The Met Office said chilly conditions on Saturday morning are set to make way for a warm afternoon, with the highs – 18 degrees Celsius – expected in Manchester … Read more

Britons will flock to parks and beauty spots and pack out beer gardens as temperatures hit 68F today

Nature lovers are today being urged to share their photos of blossom as the nation enjoys a taste of summer with temperatures of 68F and widespread sunshine.    The Met Office said chilly conditions on Saturday morning are set to make way for a warm afternoon, with the highs – 18 degrees Celsius – expected in Manchester … Read more