This palace by the sea has the ultimate wish-you-were-here location. Opening in 1864, The Grand combined Italianate-style with aspirational Victorian architecture. Since Regency times, Brighton had been a royal favourite, and the hotel’s design was suitably palatial.
We’re looking at 10 more must-see historical sites that aren’t as spoken about. So to give them some well-deserved recognition, and take you on a little journey of some amazing places with incredibly rich histories. . . we have 10 must-see historical sites that are less well-known.
On the fringes of the popular village of Grasmere, famed not only for its gingerbread but also its literary connections with poet William Wordsworth, liesThe Forest Side – a secluded Victorian haven where you can experience a Michelin-starred culinary journey.
Nestled in the heart of London’s vibrant Mayfair district, The Athenaeum Hotel & Residences is one of London’s few family-run 5 star hotels, beckoning discerning visitors from around the world, from world leaders to Hollywood celebrities and other eminent guests.
Part of the Devonshire Hotels group, this elegant 18th Century country house hotel prides itself on its warm hospitality and understated elegance.
The Lake District is officially Britain’s most Instagrammable tourist attraction, a new study has shown. The study, conducted by InsureMy, analysed hashtags on Instagram to establish the most famous destinations and attractions in Britain.
Back in the 19th century this vast Hertfordshire estate was the home of two British Prime Ministers, Lord Melbourne and Lord Palmerston. Now, with two championship golf courses named after the former premiers, it is a leafy Mecca for golfers.
British Airways is the first airline to have a bespoke Whispering Angel bar, allowing customers to enjoy a chilled glass of the infamous rosé that originates in the Provence vineyards of Château d’Esclans before their flight.
Not only were the flinty roads here dangerous, but they were also beset by ruthless highwaymen. There has been a coaching inn in this Surrey village since 1453. Christopher Columbus was merely a two-year-old toddler, and the Wars of the Roses hadn’t even begun.
Cento, nestled within South Kensington’s 100 Queen’s Gate Hotel, is creating a buzz with its highly anticipated relaunch. The restaurant now boasts an all-Italian team and an enticing all-day menu that captures the essence of traditional Italian cuisine.
With its listed balcony hanging out over the sea wall walk, this blue-washed waterfront retreat is almost on the beach. Pole position for exploring St Ives’ charms from dawn to dusk and beyond.
High above the yacht-dotted River Tamar, the road west crosses from Devon to Cornwall. If many Cornish people, waving their black and white cross flags, had their way we would be entering another country. Also, in this land of Kernow, they would be speaking the Cornish language.
British Airways has announced plans for an exclusive Whispering Angel lounge bar, becoming the first airline to have a bespoke bar dedicated to the famed rosé wine. The bespoke bar will exclusively offer Caves d’Esclans’ Whispering Angel rosé…
European cities are a treasure trove of cultural heritage, attracting travellers from all corners of the world. But while popular attractions like national art museums or historical buildings are a must-see on every tourist’s agenda, there is a whole other world of eccentricity waiting to be explored.
A Lake District walk has been ranked one of the best in the world. Placed 15th, Catbells near Keswick was ranked ahead of Italy’s beautiful Path of the Gods on the Amalfi’s Coast, and even ahead of the iconic four-day Inca trail in Peru or trekking up Kilimanjaro in Tanzania.
Three half-timbered medieval houses and a coaching inn have combined to create the irresistibly historic Swan at Lavenham Hotel, creaking through the last six centuries in what is often described as England’s finest medieval village.
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