Swanage & the Isle of Purbeck: England’s Seaside Secret Waiting to Be Discovered

Discover Swanage and the Isle of Purbeck, a hidden Dorset gem with sandy beaches, dramatic Jurassic Coast cliffs, scenic walks, wildlife, and timeless seaside charm…
RAMSGATE
Ramsgate on the coast of Kent has plenty for the visitor to enjoy. Miles of golden sandy beaches and lots of artisan shops. The large marina called the Royal Harbour is full of small yachts and you can board a Sea Searcher boat to watch the wildlife up close. The building, which has a commanding […]…
Why Southampton floats my boat

Discover why Southampton is the perfect pre-cruise destination, from historic city walls and maritime heritage to cultural gems and a cosy stay at THE PIG-in the Wall…
The Wonderworks
If you have grandchildren – or in my case “a man that never grew up”, the The Wonderworks in Margate is the place to visit. It is an exhibition centre in a building which used to be the factory for Hornby Hobbies. Frank Hornby invented educational toys over 100 years ago and now this venue […]…
Sandwich
We visited Sandwich in the late afternoon as part of our sightseeing tour of Kent by train. This small town is a dedicated conservation area, so by taking a stroll along the narrow winding streets you can enjoy its picturesque character. It was one of the original Cinque Ports, but it’s hard to imagine how […]…
Great Deal!
We visited Deal in June 2025 as part of our holiday in Kent. Arriving by train. we strolled around this attractive seaside town with its landmark pier with gorgeous views of the pebbly beach stretching miles in either direction. By the entrance to the pier is a bronze sculpture called “Embracing the Sea”. Also, on […]…
A lovely break in a lovely location
My sister and I had a very enjoyable 2 nights at The Pines Hotel in Swanage. We had a great view from our room as well as from the dining room and lounge. We walked down the steps to the beach and into the town. A further few days would have been ideal….
Tinsel & Turkey
We had a lovely Turkey & Tinsel break at The Devonshire, Torquay with Daish’s Holidays. We had a big upgraded big room with a view of the sea in the distance. Staff were very friendly and helpfull. Food was nice and served in the delightful dining room decorated for the season. Entertainment was excellent each […]…
The Lake District’s year-round charm

Discover the Lake District’s year-round charm with scenic cruises on Lake Windermere, wildlife spotting and leisurely walks among daffodils, fells and historic attractions….
Discover Britain’s Bayeux Tapestry in Berkshire

Discover Britain’s full-size Bayeux Tapestry replica in Reading, Berkshire. Visit Reading Museum, explore Abbey ruins, riverside walks and the town’s rich history….
Museum, we’ll worth a visit
Maritime Museum in Events Square, Falmouth, Cornwall. Interesting museum with a lot of maritime history covering a huge time period. The exhibition of surfing history in the West country is delightful….
Rye
Rye in East Sussex must be one of the prettiest towns in Britain. It overlooks the River Rother and has so many half-timbered houses on steep cobbled streets. There is an abundance of history just waiting to be explored. We arrived by train and found that it was an easy walk into the historic part […]…