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Not French, not a tapestry
Not French, not a tapestry
The Bayeux Tapestry goes on public display at the British Museum this week, returning to England for the first time in almost 1,000 years. ...
08/09/2026 , 0
Cycle around the UK in two weeks?
Cycle around the UK in two w...
There is something marvellous about seeing the country from a bicycle. You notice the landscape changing gradually and become intimately acquainted with every hill. ...
28/08/2026 , 0
I chased the moon to France?
I chased the moon to France?
In August 1999, I did something that seemed perfectly reasonable at the time. I jumped on my motorbike and rode all the way to France ...
10/08/2026 , 0
The £4 ice cream conundrum
The £4 ice cream conundrum
A survey published today found that British parents will spend almost £50 per child on ice creams during the summer holidays! ...
31/07/2026 , 0
Even Ryanair is saying “don’t fly”
Even Ryanair is saying “don’...
This week it warned that the new EU Entry/Exit System (EES) isn't ready for peak summer travel, saying passengers shouldn't be used as "guinea pigs" ...
08/07/2026 , 0
Something inbetween?
Something inbetween?
There are some gatherings that don't quite work at home. And there are some gatherings that do not quite work in hotels either. The best ...
24/06/2026 , 0
UK Airport Liquid Limits Rules
UK Airport Liquid Limits Rul...
Brits flying this summer warned to check airport rules if flying with liquids. The 100ml liquid allowance rule is being relaxed at some UK airports, ...
12/06/2026 , 0
All we need is sun
All we need is sun
After months of dark mornings, cancelled plans, “we must sort something soon” messages and everyone disappearing into routine… suddenly the country gets 22 degrees and ...
27/05/2026 , 0
Phew! It’s booked
Phew! It’s booked
There’s a particular feeling that arrives the moment a group weekend finally gets booked. Not during the trip. Before it. The relief. ...
18/05/2026 , 0
Who needs an airport?
Who needs an airport?
Every summer seems to arrive with a new layer of travel chaos. Flight delays. Airport queues. Now stories about jet fuel shortages and airlines warning ...
13/05/2026 , 0

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