Perhaps you’ve just descended from a lofty, cloud-kissed mountain in the Lake District. Perhaps your favourite form of walking is the trip to a local pub. Either way, here are five great pubs that serve food in Kendal and its environs. So, you’ve just spent some time in England’s prettiest National Park, perhaps hiked along…

With a castle, an abbey and a museum there is plenty to do in Bangor in any weather. However, the seaside town also has excellent outdoor activities that make the most of the gentle coastline and numerous parks. Although less than an hour away from Belfast city centre by car, Bangor, in County Down, has…

Looking for somewhere to tip a glass in the Cambridgeshire cathedral city of Peterborough? Pubs, bars and barges on the River Nene offer plenty of great options, whether you’re just after the one drink, or planning to paint the town red. Many of the best pubs in Peterborough can be found in the city centre,…

As a pretty spa town with a large student population, Leamington Spa enjoys a mix of upscale and good value entertainment that caters to the wide range of needs of its citizens. For visitors that means both historical and cultural experiences aplenty. Royal Leamington Spa, more commonly called Leamington, started life in the 18th century…

Golf is the main reason most people visit Ayr. The Royal Troon is one of the world’s great courses. But all that sport and all that fresh air can make one hungry. Thankfully Ayr has some excellent restaurants to take care of those needs too. Having a fine range of places to eat out comes…

History abounds in the winding old streets of Durham and the place itself is the main attraction. Wrapped around a tight bend of the River Wear, there are plenty of outdoor activities as well as a good selection of indoors experiences too. Here are some of the best things to do for free or cheaply…

Ballymena is a pleasant small market town. It may often get overlooked by visitors to the heart of Northern Ireland, but there are plenty of reasons to stop off, one of which is the food. From classic regional grub with some decent seafood options too, there are plenty of good fine dining options in Ballymena.…

During the Middle Ages, Norwich was one of the largest and most important cities in England. One can expect, then, cobbled lanes, aging religious institutions and plenty of history, and much of it is possible to visit for free. But keep some time spare to explore the great outdoors too, as the Norfolk Broads National…

Being a vibrant student city, Exeter has plenty of upbeat nightlife catering to the scholarly crowd, but there are also some great riverside options too, which offer a more laid-back evening, or just a good spot to get the night started. The River Exe bisects Exeter, with most of the bars and nightclubs scattered around…

With proximity to Cardiff, the Brecon Beacons and the Pembrokeshire Coast, Wales’ second biggest city is a great inclusion to any trip to the south of the country. Big enough to host numerous museums, galleries and historic ruins, it’s also small enough to escape many of the trappings of larger urban spaces. And there are…