UK
England’s most charming town is only an hour from London
If you want to soak up every English stereotype yet enjoy history without the tourist hordes, get thee to this town.
- Brian Johnston
- ★★★★½
- Hotel reviews
Built for a lord, this estate now hosts the world’s biggest stars (including Kylie)
This country house, built in the 1820s and reopened last year after a $38 million renovation, is popular with the likes of Brad Pitt, Ed Sheeran and Kylie Minogue.
- Steve McKenna
The end-of-the-world castle where Britain’s greatest legend was born
King Arthur probably wasn’t a real person, but that hardly matters when the landscapes and ruins surrounding his legend continue to woo visitors.
- David Whitley
The enchanting forest that gave the world its most famous bear
Just over the bridge is Pooh’s House. It’s an adorably cute recreation, built into a tree stump. By the main door is a big pile of used honey pots.
- David Whitley
- Opinion
- Europe
What you need to know about UK’s new entry rules
Do you need to renew your UK or Irish passport? What if you have automatic UK citizenship? What you need to know about this week’s change.
- Michael Gebicki
Are the UK’s cities worth visiting? The top 20 ranked from worst to best
Which of the UK’s biggest cities has the most to offer tourists, and which are short of visitor appeal? An expert offers his candid verdict.
- Chris Moss
Fantasy on wheels: Baz Luhrmann, Catherine Martin design train carriage
Drama, theatrics and a whole of colour will be onboard this designer-led luxury train.
- Julietta Jameson
This edgy British city is much more than just Banksy’s home
From a Michelin-star meal in a secluded street to a storied steamship with an Aussie link, this British hub has much to offer. Here are some surprising highlights.
- Jamie Lafferty
It was once the coolest plane in the sky; the reality feels far less glamorous
It’s just over 50 years since the world’s only supersonic passenger jet launch. By today’s standards it doesn’t seem too luxurious – unless you were a Hobbit.
- David Whitley
This classic dish is rarely eaten by the people it’s actually named after
Walk into pretty much any pub across the UK and you’ll likely find this on the menu.
- Ben Groundwater