Visit Kent…the ‘Garden of England’
Kent may only be a short distance from our great capital, but in so many ways it feels a world apart...From its fabulous 350 mile coastline to stunning Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty such as the Kent [...]
Visit Lincolnshire…a worthy destination!
With the long hot days stretching ahead of us (we can but hope!), it’s a good time to plan a break away. So, continuing with our focus on various destinations around the country, Lincolnshire may sometimes be [...]
Cornwall…too beautiful to miss!
With its spectacular dramatic coastline, picturesque harbours, sandy beaches and cultural heritage, the attraction of Cornwall has ensured its place as one of our favourite holiday destinations…and it would seem that Cornwall is reigning high as one [...]
Discover The South West Coast Path
If you are interested in a walking experience like no other, look no further than the South West Coast Path! Stretching along 630 miles of spectacular scenery, the South West Coast Path starts at Minehead in Somerset [...]
Monthly Newsletter Signup – March 2023
Monthly Newsletter Sign up here to receive our monthly newsletter! Plan a Break Away - 'The Little Green Book' - March Newsletter It's been a busy start to the year for the Team at B&B Nationwide, [...]
A Winter Break…for Rest & Relaxation!
With winter closing in, be sure to celebrate the beauty of the season…and as the first icy breeze blows through the trees, feel the magic in the air! The countdown to the festive season heralds a time [...]
Time to look forward…
The clocks may have gone back an hour, officially marking the end of British summer time, but it’s time to look forward and make the most of those fabulous winter’s days. A winter break has its own [...]
Take an Autumn Break…
Autumn... what a fantastic time of the year! The still warm sun burns away the morning mist lurking in valleys and meadows to set off the colours of the moor, mountain and countryside. Even the greyest of [...]
Step back in time…with our Castle trail!
Take a step back in time to follow the trail of our selection of castles where Britain’s Kings and Queens were born, brought up, loved, fought and died! Stirling Castle, Scotland Stirling Castle, the home to Mary [...]
Take a Break… in Wiltshire!
Whilst the days may be getting shorter, summer’s not over yet! There’s still time for a late break, (now the crowds have dispersed!), in arguably some of the most beautiful parts of the country. Whilst Wiltshire is [...]
Following in the footsteps of our Literary Heroes!
The UK can possibly lay claim to some of the most famous, beloved authors in literary history! Classic British authors include Jane Austen, whose novels are still among the best-selling classics ever, Agatha Christie, the ‘Queen of [...]
Discover Wiltshire!
Wiltshire’s moonrakers weren’t so daft…Since the 18th century, Wiltshire men have been known as moonrakers. An odd name to match an equally peculiar story. The tale goes that one moonlit night some Wiltshire yokels were raking a [...]
Sun, Sand and Sea…
As we have recently seen the UK recording temperatures above 40C for the first time, those fortunate enough to have booked time away have certainly been making the most of it! It’s not too late though to [...]
Great British Mazes!
An enjoyable day out...many of us will at some point have experienced the challenge of time spent/getting lost (!) in a maze! Did you know the word 'maze' dates right back from the 13th century and comes [...]
Great British Fountains!
Dating back as early as the end of the 17th Century, fountains started out almost as a decorative ‘status symbol’ of the English Country House, and then with the development of the steam engine in the 19th [...]
Set the scene for the coming weeks…
To set the scene for the coming weeks, that great writer, Henry James, said he thought the two most beautiful words in the English language were ‘summer afternoon’…conjuring happy thoughts… a warm breeze, a family bike ride, [...]
Wales Coast Path celebrates 10 Year Anniversary!
Officially launched in 2012, the Wales Coast Path reaches its 10th anniversary this year and with a calendar of events set to mark this milestone, it’s a great opportunity to discover the 870 miles of coastal path. [...]
Time to Celebrate!
As we look forward to making plans for the weeks ahead, it seems apt to focus on a Royal theme! 2022 marks a significant historical landmark for our nation as Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II celebrates her Platinum Jubilee marking 70 years [...]
2022, Celebrating The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
2022 marks a significant historical landmark for our nation as Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II celebrates her Platinum Jubilee marking 70 years of service, with the Platinum Jubilee Central Weekend taking place from 2nd to 5th June. [...]
Welcome to our Spring Newsletter 2022
Spring – that magical time when Mother Nature shows her greening hand and casts it across the winter-blackened woodlands and hedgerows. The sun, as it climbs higher in the sky, is the alarm call to some of [...]