UK holidays
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Inspired by Canada, made in Finland and close to the source of the Thames, these cabins offer an escape into nature
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Lockdown brought a new, more mindful way of travelling, often closer to home. Guardian writers share their favourite finds of an extraordinary year
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For this hospital doctor, the purity of the Hebrides and Orkney brings the solace he needs to carry on his busy city profession
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Photographer Cat Vinton’s work follows nomadic people in the natural world, but the pandemic meant being closer to home – living out of her vehicle and exploring the Cornish way of life
Accommodation
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In the middle of nowhere with a hidden bedroom, silent nights and the lure of a writer’s life, Log Jam cabin is a proper escape
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Said to be haunted by poltergeists, hellish hounds and ghostly huntsmen, these eerie spots are perfect for a Halloween trip – but maybe not alone
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Lockdown halted the opening of the ‘interactive and sensory experience’ but innovation, and determination, have won the day
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Our pick of bewitching Halloween events include the revamped Bodmin Jail, spooky canoeing, ghostly walks and glitzy discos
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From forests tracks to highland lochs and coastal paths, we pick easy-to-follow bike routes through beautiful scenery
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Hostels face the challenge of social-distancing regulations while also trying to maintain their communal ethos
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Take a city break in style – but still on a budget – at these hostels with great design (and decent grub) in Birmingham, Edinburgh, Newcastle, Liverpool and London
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Sport holidays
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Highland resorts introduce Covid-safety measures in readiness for skiers missing usual trips to the Alps, but local restrictions mean they cannot cash in
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Kent’s culinary revival is spilling on to the streets and beaches – with inventive seafood, tapas and Asian street food
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Countries
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Some text about England here
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Scottish highlights here
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Wales is great here
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And don't forget Northern Ireland
Coast & country
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