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Pressing life’s reset button can feel more vital in spring than at any other time of the year (1st January included!) As nature stirs from its winter slumber, we’re reminded of the importance of stepping...

While nobody knows the exact origin of April Fools’ Day, the tradition of joke-telling, harmless hoaxes, and general foolishness on 1st April has been popular throughout the world across centuries. (We happen to think there’s...

Is there any better time than Easter to revel in the abundant joys of spring? Days are longer and lighter, school’s out, and there’s a lovely long weekend – hopefully streaked with sunshine – to...

Aired on Channel Four since 2010, Four in a Bed (previously Three in a Bed) is an addictively watchable game show involving different B&B owners across the UK. For those few who haven’t seen it,...

St. Patrick’s Day is the perfect time to shine our spotlight on Irish Landmark Trust (ILT): an all-island charity whose mission is to save, share, and sustain Ireland’s built heritage. ILT was founded in 1992,...

Ever since 1911, International Women’s Day (IWD) has celebrated the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women worldwide. Held on 8th March, IWD is a perfect opportunity to recognise the incredible achievements of the...

There’s something irredeemably relaxing about a holiday inspired by water… whether the wide open sea, a meandering river, or a shimmering lake. Most boat or boathouse stays offer up-close proximity to calming waters, with abundant...

Spring is just around the corner, bringing longer days streaked with early sunshine – a perfect time to revel in the Great Outdoors! You’ll be in good company, too. Roused from its long winter slumber,...

"Splish, splash, I was taking a bath..." in the Great Outdoors! Let's be clear: when we say "al fresco bathtubs", we aren't referring to wood-fired hot tubs. We don't even mean luxury hot tubs with...

Going on holiday with the family should be a highlight of the year. But as many a stressed-out parent will attest, keeping everyone happy and entertained can be challenging. That means choosing the right place...

Spiriting the love of your life away for an indulgent Valentine’s break is the ultimate in romantic gestures. Throw a unique retreat into the equation, with sublime views and sumptuous surroundings, and your memories will...

January’s “new year, new you” mantra can be hard to resist, which started us thinking about which of our fabulous properties might be undergoing a 2025-inspired transformation. So, we asked – and the responses we...

Who doesn’t dream of escaping the world in January? Often hailed as a month of new beginnings, we can’t think of a less fun or motivating time to begin something afresh. The festive season is...