20 h. ago Beautiful UK town that 'looks like Cotswolds' is found where you wouldn't expect

A travel fan has been to a town in the Midlands and has revealed to all his followers that he's found a place 'just like the Cotswolds' – so he is keen to share his discovery

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22 h. ago ‘It’s like stepping into a Renaissance masterpiece’: readers’ favourite unsung places in Italy

The country has so many cultural and historical treasures that relatively few are known to tourists. Our tipsters share their discoveries, from ancient hill towns to a mini Venice• Tell us about your favourite travel discoveries of the year – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucherApproaching the town of Brisighella in Emilia-Romagna, it feels as though you are rapidly incorporating yourself in the backdrop of a Renaissance masterpiece, with dramatic rocky hills with singular trees perched upon them, and mysterious towers standing in solitary self-possession – leaving you to wonder what they must have witnessed over the years. The town is the perfect launchpad to explore such remarkably beautiful scenery, but it is also absolutely worth exploring its many medieval alleyways and its particularly unique elevated path, granting private nooks to take in the town’s charm. Gioia Continue reading...

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6 d. ago I walked through the beautiful town packed with independent shops — no chains to be seen

The town is often named one of the UK's best places to live and it's easy to see why — it's worth visiting at any time of year

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9 d. ago Beautiful Welsh town described as 'beguiling island' by very famous fan

Nestled along the stunning coastline of Wales, this picturesque town was once the home of the famous Welsh poet Dylan Thomas, and its surroundings often inspired his work

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1 week ago 'Best place to retire' in the UK named as beautiful Welsh seaside town

A new study has named the best place in the UK to retire - and a Welsh seaside town came out on top thanks to its quiet and picturesque setting

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2 w. ago Beautiful UK market town has traditional pubs, independent shops and historic castle

The charming market town in Leicestershire, England, is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is home to a wealth of independent boutiques, spas and eateries

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2 w. ago Beautiful small town perfect for autumn is home to one of the world's best hotels

The Michelin Guide has unveiled a new way of recognising the best hotels in the world, with three properties in Wales named as must-visit destinations

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2 w. ago 'Finest medieval ruins' in UK with links to princes in the tower and Henry VIII

Ludlow is a beautiful market town in Shropshire, which has everything you could want, from regular food festivals to historic sites and stunning countryside walks

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2 w. ago Charming French town with beautiful Christmas market so close it could be a day trip

Lille in France is the perfect destination for an extreme day trip, with the Eurostar from London taking just an hour and 22 minutes to reach the city

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2 w. ago Charming seaside town with 'less crowds than Brighton' and 'pretty' in winter

It is easy to see why this beautiful beach town is being dubbed the "perfect alternative" to Brighton. It has the same vibrant vibe but is much more peaceful

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2 w. ago Unspoiled UK seaside town that will 'win your heart' has sandy beach and brilliant shops

The beautiful seaside town is perfect for a winter getaway. The town has a pier, sandy beaches, a number of attractions and is famous for its crabs.

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3 w. ago I stayed in charming UK market town so cosy I felt like Cameron Diaz in The Holiday

With stone cottages, beautiful countryside and roaring fireplaces, the beautiful UK market town wouldn't be out of place in the classic Christmas film The Holiday

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3 w. ago 'I can't believe I've missed this beautiful market town before

"I had never realised just how beautiful and charming it was," says reporter Zoe Chamberlain.

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3 w. ago I visited a beautiful Cotswold town less than 2 hours from Cardiff — 1 thing put me off

The charming high street is almost frozen in time with its old pubs and buildings dating back centuries, but one annoying thing spoils it

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3 w. ago Europe's 'cheapest city break' has £3 pints and beautiful Old Town

Europe's cheapest city break is already a firm favourite with visitors thanks to its cheap food, drinks and attractions - so we went to see if it lives up to the hype

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3 w. ago UK town that looks like it was lifted straight from the Netherlands just 2 hours from Wales

The town is known for its beautiful buildings and there's no shortage of things to do

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