Our pick of the best steam railways in England. All aboard! 

From birdwatching to five-star accommodation in a time warp, here are five of our favourite islands in England.

Whether you want to find the freshest fish, go rockpooling with the kids, or simply want to escape the crowds – we’ve picked some of our favourite beaches in England.

From cheese rolling to worm charming and just about everything in between, England has its fair share of unusual events.

Whether you're an avid hiker or just fancy a relaxing stroll, the UK has fantastic walking potential. 

From vast National Trust manor houses and medieval castles to privately owned pockets of colour and splendour, these are some of our favourite gardens to wander in England. 

Shrove Tuesday is about so much more than tossing pancakes. Discover England's weird and wonderful Pancake Day traditions.

Some helpful tips for foraging in the wild in Dorset from expert John Wright.

Savouring the tastes of Dorset: a recipe for Dorset apple cake – yum! 

Explore the Dorset coast in a whole new way with this off-roading experience.