Weekend ideas
Travel
14 fascinating artist’ houses to visit in Britain and Europe
The stories they tell, the insight they give, and the decorating ideas we can take from them
By Fiona McKenzie Johnston
News
Chelsea in Bloom 2026: the free flower festival returns with zodiac-inspired florals and David Attenborough installations
Running May 18 until May 24, annual flower festival Chelsea in Bloom is taking place alongside the Chelsea Flower Show for its 21st edition
By Lela London
Travel
Why walking holidays are on the rise (and our pick of the best routes to take)
Restorative and energising, walking holidays and pilgrimages are having a resurgence: here's six of the best routes to take
By Rosalyn Wikeley and Lela London
Weekend ideas
Where to go for the best afternoon tea in London
Our roundup of the best spots for afternoon tea in London, whether you're after a classic cucumber sandwich and fluffy scone affair, or something a little more jazzy
By Tal Dekel-Daks, Evie Delaney and Tilly Wheeler
Art
The exhibitions you need to see in London in April 2026
From Hurvin Anderson to Cecily Brown, Estonian Modernism to radical Minimalism, here is our round-up if all the must-see shows in London this month
By Fiona McKenzie Johnston
Travel
Why Herefordshire is so much more than Hamnet-land
On a three-day road trip, our decoration editor discovers the real-life joys of this unspoilt English county
By Rémy Mishon
Travel
At home with Austen and Byron: famous writers’ houses you can visit in the UK and beyond
A book lover’s tour of the places that inspired some of our great literary heroes
By Thomas Barrie
London restaurants
The 50 best restaurants in London right now
All the best restaurants in London to try in August, from classic brasseries to buzzy hotspots (that are worth the hype), tuck into our handy guide
By Charlotte McCaughan-Hawes, Blanche Vaughan, Tal Dekel-Daks, Tilly Wheeler, Diya Pandey, Lottie Eustace, Arabella Bowes and Christabel Chubb
Travel
How to visit a country house without leaving the M25
London is full of stately homes and lush gardens that feel a world away from the city streets, yet all are within easy reach for a day’s escape.
By Marco Mansi
Travel
The northern lights, dark sky preserves and the best stargazing spots in the UK: here's everything you need to celebrate Britain's night sky and where to stay while you're there
Taking a trip to contemplate the skies? These are the five best destinations, each with a stylish place to stay when you're done with the stars
Decoration
These are the House & Garden team’s ultimate TV dinners
Bowl food, cheeky ready meals and the art of being cosy – between us we have strong opinions about what makes a great TV dinner
By House & Garden
Travel
Emma Corrin’s Margate: Inside the seaside town loved by Netflix’s new Elizabeth Bennet
Actor Emma Corrin, soon to star as Elizabeth Bennet in Netflix’s forthcoming Pride and Prejudice, talks us through their dream Sunday by the sea in Margate
By Evie Delaney
Travel
Where to go in the UK for a relaxing country escape
Craving a dose of fresh air? These are the country escapes worth considering, complete with the walks, viewpoints and places to rest your head that make each one worth the journey.
By Kieron Marchese
Travel
The House & Garden team’s favourite country houses to visit
Exquisite interiors, glorious gardens and perhaps a cream tea to round off the day… These are the places to have on your list next time you fancy a weekend jaunt to the countryside
By House & Garden
Travel
The coolest places to see art in the countryside
From regional galleries to art-studded walks, sculpture gardens to exquisite chapels and churches
By Fiona McKenzie Johnston
Weekend ideas
Famous TV and film locations you can visit in the UK
Great Britain is famous for its grand castles, stately homes and pretty villages - perfect settings for period dramas and fantasy films alike
By Virginia Clark and Tilly Wheeler
Travel
Things to do in London
Whether you're a culture vulture, art lover or foodie, there's something for everyone in the capital
By Tal Dekel-Daks, Virginia Clark and Charlotte McCaughan-Hawes
Travel
How to spend a weekend in Broadway, one of the prettiest villages in the Cotswolds
If you’re planning a winter weekend away, there is nowhere better than Broadway in the Cotswolds, where you can enjoy bracing walks, delicious food and shopping for art and antiques
By Katharine Sohn
Travel
The best family-friendly hotels in the UK that don’t compromise on luxury
Taking the kids away doesn’t need to mean you have to give up on grown-up indulgence
By Annabelle Spranklen and Charlotte McCaughan-Hawes
Travel
The best-kept secrets in Cornwall
Avoid the crowds where possible this half term with a week in the UK’s ultimate holiday hotspot
By Tabitha Joyce