The most perfect place in Britain for afternoon tea is up in the sand dunes on Holkham Beach in North Norfolk. Pack your picnic basket with teeny, tiny egg sandwiches, homemade scones filled with jam and butter, a few squidgy chocolate brownies and a juicy bowl of strawberries. The best strawberries are of course those picked locally, perhaps somewhere on your way to Holkham - try Wiveton Hall between Blakeney and Cley.   Read full article

We spent last Christmas in the beautiful Cornish town of St Ives and I can happily declare it the most perfect little family-friendly escape. We spent our few days sampling the many child-friendly culinary delights, getting lost among the tiny cobbled streets, running in and out of the lovely shops and galleries and playing on the beach, wrapped up in hats and scarves.   Read full article

The Harrow Inn, near Petersfield, is an absolute marvel in so many ways. Tucked away just off the A3, in the beautiful village of Steep, this authentic olde worlde family run pub is a legend amongst locals, visiting ramblers and anyone else who is lucky enough to happen upon its wonderfulness.   Read full article