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If you are planning on renting a cottage this summer in the most popular parts of Britain (such as the West Country or the Lake District), you should book as soon as possible. Many of the nicest ...

Tempted by the great weather we've been having to stay on home soil this summer? You're not alone. Due to the heatwave, bookings for overseas trips have slowed right down, with many families deciding ...

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If you click on a link in this story, we may earn affiliate revenue. THERE are hundreds of cottages, quirky homes and hot tub properties on sale for 2024. Sykes Cottages has launched a new sale, and ...

There's nothing quite like a romantic minibreak for quality time with your other half - and the best part is, you don't need to venture far as the UK has heaps of brilliant offerings. We're talking ...

Planning a holiday already involves a fair bit of admin - but when you've got a baby, trying to find somewhere with the right facilities can be an extra challenge. (Even more so if you've also got ...

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