Travel Uk
Scotland: Divide And Rule
Published: 13 May 2007
The SNP's election victory could lay the way for a referendum on Scottish independence. Andrew Spooner heads for the Borders, an area that could once again define the distinct realms of England and Scotland
Camping holidays: Loitering within tent
Published: 12 May 2007
Deborah Ross is not what you'd call a happy camper. In fact, she positively hates the world of sleeping bags and guy ropes. Who better, then, to sample the delights of the great British countryside?
Mud, sweat and beers: How to survive summer festivals
Published: 12 May 2007
The festival season is upon us again. Alex James - who's been to a few in his time - dons his Barbour, packs a bumper box of Wet Wipes and offers his A to Z of how to survive the mayhem
Robert Elms: How I got on my bike
Published: 12 May 2007
As a child, he longed for a set of wheels, but he was thwarted by an over-protective mother. Now that Robert Elms is a grown-up, he can do whatever he likes. And he can’t imagine life without his bespoke dream machine
Walk of the month: The Isle of Wight
Published: 06 May 2007
The Isle of Wight, an area of outstanding beauty, has 500 miles of paths. Mark Rowe tried some out
Cockney Rebels: Art in the East End
Published: 29 April 2007
An initiative by East End galleries is making new art more accessible, says Charles Darwent
Complete Guide To: The Great Glen
Published: 28 April 2007
From Inverness to Fort William, this magnificent valley has some of Scotland's top attractions for walkers, cyclists, and most other tourists, says Margaret Campbell
The Tweed: Take a trip on a river flowing with history
Published: 21 April 2007
The Tweed bursts forth in Scotland, and serves as a border with England before ending at Berwick. David Orkin explores one of the great rivers of the British Isles and finds that its waters teem with history
Full speed ahead along Kent's coast
Published: 15 April 2007
Herne Bay has thrown off its dowdy image with a tourist attraction that sends the brave hurtling down the Thames Estuary on inflatable boats. Kieran Falconer climbs aboard and steels himself for the speedy ride
The London Marathon: The perfect sightseeing opportunity
Published: 14 April 2007
Don't go too quickly... or you'll miss something. The route of next weekend's London Marathon offers a wealth of fascinating cultural and historical landmarks for visitors to the capital. Sarah Smith and Simon Calder guide you through
Kids Welcome? It's About Time
Published: 08 April 2007
The combination of fine dining and children is a rare one, but things are slowly changing in Britain's hotels, as Mark Rowe discovers
Surfers With Soul: Head for the Wild West
Published: 08 April 2007
For many people, British boardriding starts and ends at Newquay. But in a sport struggling to cope with rampant commercialisation, Sennen Cove is all about getting back to basics. Alex Wade visits the home of free surfing
Animal Magic: Out On The Farm
Published: 08 April 2007
Stressed out by city life? What you need is a long weekend in the country. Katy Guest hops on a train with a group of townies and heads for a rambling millhouse to taste the good life in the fields of Somerset
Fort William's mountain bike course
Published: 01 April 2007
An average rider takes around 20 minutes to negotiate Fort William's treacherous downhill mountain bike course. The pros do it in four. Robin Barton samples some very cross country
Walk Of The Month
Published: 01 April 2007
Dramatic cliffs and beautiful bays lead to the Bedruthan Steps in north Cornwall, says Mark Rowe
Hotel Of The Week: De Vere Whites Hotel at Bolton's Reebok Stadium
Published: 01 April 2007
Watch the match through your bedroom window at De Vere Whites Hotel at Bolton's Reebok Stadium. It's a football fan's dream destination
Heart of the Dart: Welcome to Devon on earth
Published: 31 March 2007
It's only 28 miles long but its lovely views and rare wildlife make it one of England's most attractive rivers. The poet Brian Patten takes a ride
Britain and the slave trade: the road to freedom
Published: 25 March 2007
It was 200 years ago today that Britain abolished its slave trade but Robert Nurden finds its legacy is still all around
Families: Hi de hi-brow in the valley
Published: 25 March 2007
A new complex in Cornwall is offering five-star luxury with holiday camp convenience. Does it work? That's a matter of taste, says Nick Coleman
