This May, we’re celebrating 75 years since Five on a Treasure Island, the first of Enid Blyton’s 21 Famous Five books, was published. We’ve taken inspiration from some of her books to create some perfectly ripping Famous Five-style Staycation holidays – the closest you can get, this side of 1958 anyway!

Norfolk is absolutely brimming with exciting things for families to see and do together. We’ve picked our top 10 attractions and activities to help you make the most of your break when you visit this picturesque and fascinating region.

If you’re looking for Cheltenham Festival last minute accommodation, you’re in luck! Fortunately, we still have some availability, so check out our relaxing retreats nearby where you can rest your head after your busy day out.

Nothing says holidays like a hot tub, so why not plan an escape to one of our lovely cottages with a private hot tub? Go on, spoil yourselves – and fire up those bubbles!

February 7 2017 marks the 205th birthday of one of our country’s best-loved authors, Charles Dickens. Outside London, much of Dickens’ life was played out in his beloved Kent, yet he also drew inspiration from his travels elsewhere in England. Take a look at our top six Dickensian picks.

We all love a little pampering in beautiful surroundings and it’s often the perfect way to catch up with friends, or celebrate something special. So, if you’re looking for your next UK self-catering spa break, check out our roundup of just a few of our favourites.

Restore your vitality in Shropshire’s ‘Little Switzerland’ with a stay at The Oaks on a weekend of rejuvenation with Rejuven8. This unique weekend promises a healthy balance of specialist led activities, delicious and wholesome local fayre and sublime relaxation in the beautiful Shropshire Hills.

Explore the joys Christmas on Exmoor has to offer with a festive break at one of our holiday cottages. Exmoor is spellbinding during the winter months and there are lots of exciting family events in the lead up to Christmas, guaranteed to get you in the festive mood. 

There is nothing quite like visiting one of our UK Christmas markets to fill you with festive cheer. Here are five of our favourites, all of which can easily be visited whilst staying at one of our nearby cottages ...

In the run up to Christmas, Cornwall really does know how to celebrate. Harbourside towns light the bay with flashes of colour, markets and stalls line town centres with crafts and workshops, festive foods aromas fill the air and family-friendly events abound across the region.