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Autumn in Britain offers an idyllic backdrop for a wellness retreat that combines natural beauty with rejuvenating relaxation.

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Britain’s National Parks are rolling out the red carpet for visitors this autumn with a host of seasonal and sustainable experiences oozing with star quality.

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With three blockbuster national parks packed into one country, Wales punches well above its weight when it comes to drama – on screen and off.

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Scotland’s national parks deliver drama, flavour and fresh-air by the bucketload. No CGI required – just a pair of comfortable boots and perhaps a well-timed picnic blanket.

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Whether it’s a windswept walk along Cardigan Bay or a twilight hammam session under the stars, this corner of north Wales blends the wild with the indulgent.

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Aberdeenshire serves up wild beauty, rich history, and just the right touch of Highland magic.

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From candlelit dinners in Bath to skyline strolls in London – and not forgetting those sweeping Lake District views that poets wrote sonnets about – England is made for love stories.

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From countryside escapes and afternoon tea in grand salons to walks under starry skies, discover the British getaways where visitors can feel as though they’ve stepped straight into a scene from Bridgerton, Downton Abbey or Pride and Prejudice.

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The Premier League returns on 16 August 2025, and with it, Britain's passion for football (soccer) bursts into full view.

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Britain is gearing up for a blockbuster summer of sport, and in 2025, women’s competitions are claiming the spotlight.

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From forest bathing to wild swimming, here are our ten top outdoor wellness spots.

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2025 marks 75 years since Formula One first took to the tracks – and Britain is revving up for its biggest season yet.

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