Great British Escapes
Long evenings spent in beautiful gardens with a glass of rose in hand; lazy days stretched out on the sand at the seaside listening to the cry of gulls overhead; leisurely weekends hopping on bikes to explore quaint villages and historic castles – when the weather plays nice, it’s hard to beat a Great British summer. And even when it doesn’t, we do a pretty good job of cosy pubs, endless museums and galleries, and beautiful boltholes to bed down in. For the second year, Condé Nast Traveller and House & Garden have teamed up to bring you Great British Escapes – a package celebrating the beauty of a UK getaway. From inspiration for your next weekend break to planning the ultimate day out, we’ve got you covered.
The best places for every type of UK holiday
We've rounded up our favourite places for every type of UK staycation, whether you're looking to go surfing or rambling
Our favourite trips in the UK
Underrated corners of the UK to visit
These are the destinations that might not spring to mind when you think of summer in the UK but that are more than worth a trip
The best UK family holidays to take this year
There’s a break for every brood blend right here, from Scotland to Cornwall
Inspiration
Our guide to the best UK staycations
These are the staycation destinations to check out – they come highly recommended
Inside the historic country manor transformed into a sustainable design haven
We chatted to the interior design team behind Denton Reserve, a majestic eco-friendly escape
Our favourite places to explore in the UK
House & Garden
The best-kept secrets in the Cotswolds
Katharine Sohn lifts the lid on the Cotswolds and dishes up the few, rare gems that haven't yet been discovered
The loveliest coastal walks in the UK
Shaped by eternal tidal patterns, Britain's foreshore is a curious space between the elements – ideal for coastal walks and foraging
House & Garden
The most beautiful British gardens to visit
Clare Foster picks the most beautiful gardens in the UK every garden lover should see at least once
Foodie guides to the UK
Is this Dorset's most underrated food destination?
Foodies have set their sights on the charming market town of Wimborne Minster
House & Garden
The must-visit Michelin star restaurants in the Lake District
There are 13 Michelin-starred restaurants in the Lake District, but these seven are our top choices
The most exciting foodie destination in the UK in 2025 might surprise you
England's most underrated city might also be its tastiest right now
House & Garden
The UK restaurants with the most beautiful interiors
There's more to a good dining experience than just the food
Eating & Drinking
The best foodie breaks in the UK
The most delicious corners in Britain for a hearty hideaway
Britain’s most coveted makers
House & Garden
50 of the best independent design shops in the UK
These are the best independent shops and makers across the UK, according to our team and your suggestions
House & Garden
From Nottingham lace to Harris Tweed: a tour of the UK in craft
Lace makers, master potters and steel knife forgers are keeping heritage crafts alive at these British towns and cities
An expert's guide to Scotland's whisky distilleries
Elemental, enduring, yet evolutionary — the world’s greatest whisky country is transforming and imaginative new ideas and concepts are flourishing
Where to stay in the UK
- InspirationThe best holiday homes to rent in the UKThese are our editors' most loved holiday homes in the UK
- House & GardenMust-visit historic hotels in the UKFrom Cliveden House to Hever Castle, these hotels come with a side of history
- House & GardenCottages in the UK for a cosy weekend awayIs there anywhere better to book for a UK break than a cottage?
- House & GardenThe most impressive castles in the UKThese are our picks for the castles you must visit in the British Isles
- House & GardenThe best hotels for interior lovers near LondonLooking for a weekend break from the city but without having to travel too far?
Short breaks to book
The best weekend breaks in the UK
Looking for where to go for a weekend away? To help you plan, we've rounded up the best weekend getaways in the UK
House & Garden
An art lover's weekend in London
Jo Rodgers puts together the perfect itinerary for the art enthusiast with a long weekend to spend in the capital
How to spend 48 hours in Padstow
Here's where to eat, stay and play in the pretty Cornish town of Padstow
House & Garden
Weekend break for interiors lovers
This is where to stay, where to shop and what to eat within reach of London
Inspiration
Best day trips from London: 26 easy escapes from the city
One-day escapes from the capital, with the inside track on what to do and where to eat
The loveliest hotels in the UK
- Heckfield PlaceUnited Kingdom, Heckfield, Heckfield PlaceRead full reviewThis is a very grown-up place indeed
- Cowley Manor ExperimentalRead full reviewCuriouser and Curiouser: a much-loved countryside boutique hotel
- Estelle ManorEngland, Oxfordshire, Eynsham ParkRead full reviewA second chapter for Maison Estelle is causing as much buzz
- Lucknam ParkUnited Kingdom, Chippenham, Lucknam ParkRead full reviewLeading the charge long before the Soho Farmhouses of this world were even thought up
- GleneaglesScotland, Auchterarder, Gleneagles HotelRead full reviewScotland’s beloved heirloom country-estate hotel
- Lundies HouseScotland, Lairg , Lundies House, TongueRead full reviewFor the combination of heart-stopping remoteness and blissful comfort
