The UK celebrates a beautiful diversity of bookshops. Whatever comes to mind when you picture an independent bookshop — whether that be a cozy cottage full of antiquarian books or a bold space for radical writers — you’ll find it in the UK. These are the best independent bookshops across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern …
if you are looking for the best cafes for book lovers in London then look no further. Here are some of our favourite hidden gems just waiting for you to settle with a book and cake. More than a hunting ground for latte lovers, a bookish café or bar provides a soothing sanctuary of calm …
If you’re lucky enough to live, or be based, in the UK right now, then you have a wealth of travel opportunities at your fingertips. There’s no need to travel abroad when a staycation in the UK provides some of the most varied, beautiful, and historic cities in Europe. A staycation in the UK means …
Oxford is pure magic, a city which holds so many treasures that it’s difficult to know where to start. You could be punting down Christ Church river one moment, and eating delicate gyoza dumplings at Gloucester Green Market the next. There are really are so many unique things to do in Oxford. Oxford is of …
Korean comfort food is the saviour you’ve been looking for – perfect for getting cosy on a rainy day, dining out with someone special, or trying to forget those tequilas from the night before. If one thing in life is true, it’s that we all need some comfort in our lives right now. What better …
York, sometimes called The City of a Thousand Ghosts, has been touted for decades as the most haunted city in the UK, in Europe, even the entire world. When you consider that York has a rich history that goes back almost two thousand years, to the time of the Roman Empire, it’s not all that …
What an incredible city York is. A place rich in Roman, Medieval, Tudor, and Victorian history. A city for bookworms and art-lovers. A friendly, warm town of ancient cobbled streets and strange, enigmatic places. We have so much to say about historic, haunted York. So, let’s start with the most unique things to do in …
If you’ve managed to exhaust the cultural hub that is London and are looking for an adventure that’s easy to reach and offers you even more cultural and historic activities then look no further than these easy day trips from London. Sure to satisfy any wanderer, whether they’re looking for a stroll around a quaint …
In the county of Cumbria in Northern England, you’ll find the Lake District National Park, one of the most popular places in the country to immerse yourself in nature and get away from everyday life. Here are the seven best things to do in the Lake District, for fans of nature, history, and literature! Spanning …
If you’re visiting Oxford, I’m going to guess it’s for one thing – exploring its world-famous university and its delightful colleges! There are 45 Oxford colleges in total, and each has its own unique history and charm. From colleges like Balliol and Merton, established in the 13th century, right up to Reuben College, established in …
