35 h. ago The charming Borders town just named one of Scotland's newest towns

It is home to an iconic tourist attraction and a world-renowned brewery.

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6 d. ago Edinburgh Christmas Market 2025: 15 amazing photos of Edinburgh's Christmas Market winter wonderland

There's nothing prettier than Edinburgh at Christmas time – as these incredible pictures show

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6 d. ago Lake District’s best market town with ‘finest views in Europe’ and cosy cafes

Keswick is a charming market town in the Lake District, cradled between two of the area's most popular mountain hikes, Skiddaw and Blencathra, and is home to some of the best views in Europe

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7 d. ago Underrated UK town surrounded by waterfalls is perfect for Christmas shopping

A charming town that's perfect for a weekend break, with independent shops, great places to eat and drink, and stunning hikes on its doorstep

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9 d. ago UK seaside town that's 'straight from a Christmas card' with pretty festive market

Seaton in Devon is a charming coastal town that comes to life at Christmas with light displays, festive workshops and a Polar Express tram ride that's perfect for kids

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1 week ago Energy price cap: Ofgem confirms January 2026 UK bill rise despite predictions of a fall

Households are bracing for higher winter costs as government schemes and market volatility push up energy spending 🔌

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1 week 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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1 week ago Minority Report headsets and AI pet translators among inventions set to change our lives

Minority Report-style headsets and AI pet interpreters are also among the futuristic inventions set to transform our lives next year, according to a report by Lightbringer

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1 week ago Valleys town with independent shops and cafes perfect for a Christmas day out

Don't be pulled by the bright lights of the shopping centres, and be enticed by some small town charm, too

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1 week ago The surprising Welsh town with independent shops and cafes perfect for a Christmas day out

Don't be pulled by the bright lights of the shopping centres, and be enticed by some small town charm, too

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1 week ago Tourists left disappointed after flocking to Buckingham Palace Christmas market only to find out the advert was created by AI

Images circulating on social media had promised a winter wonderland-style attraction with snowy market stalls, a huge Christmas tree and a canopy of fairy lights at the London landmark.

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2 w. ago Popular Scottish cafe in charming rural town up for sale just months after closing

The business was a favourite amongst locals and tourists alike.

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2 w. ago Greater Manchester's alternative Christmas Market just a 15 minute tram away from city centre

Ten pictures from inside the Quayside Christmas Makers Market for those wanting to avoid the hustle and bustle of the city centre

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2 w. ago Best of Scotland 2025: Discover the charming Scottish town named one of the most colourful places on the planet

The town became one of the most recognisable in Scotland following the hit children’s TV show Balamory - but it has lots to offer including world-class wildlife spotting.

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2 w. ago Sitges: the unsung charming Spanish seaside town to visit this winter

Overshadowed by Barcelona, Sitges comes into its own off-season

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2 w. ago Scotland's best high streets named including 'elegant and charming' coastal town

The top main streets in the country have been crowned.

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3 w. ago UK town where you can buy home for £5k but there's one huge drawback

The UK has a charming little town that's so affordable that you can buy a two-bedroom house for just under £5,000, but there's one major drawback, and it isn't what you expect

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3 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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3 w. ago Christmas market in Scotland's 'town of the year' rivals Edinburgh's festive charm

The Highlands may be known for their rugged beauty and remote landscapes, but in Oban you'll find a Christmas market to rival Edinburgh, and it's not just for locals

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3 w. ago Charming UK town used for Harry Potter filming with cobbled streets and quirky shops

A charming UK town has been transformed into the Wizarding World as a location for the new Harry Potter TV series on HBO and it needs to be on your staycation radar

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