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2025 Luxury Travel Trends: What’s Shaping Britain’s Getaways?

19 December 2024

Discover the 2025 luxury travel trends shaping Britain's high-end getaways, from sustainable escapes to wellness retreats.

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Behind the Door

From New Faces to Old Friends: Curating a Magical Escape at Seaham Hall with Porter, Kevin Jackson

16 December 2024

Feeling like you need to switch off? Porter, Kevin Jackson explains how guests can leave all their troubles behind with a magical escape at Seaham Hall.

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Flavour & Savour

Cheers to the Season: The Best Christmas Cocktail Recipes to Enjoy this Year

4 December 2024

We’ve rounded up the most luxurious Christmas cocktail recipes from Britain's finest hotels, to truly elevate your festive entertaining.

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Eco Escapism

A Wild Winter: The Best Places for Winter Wildlife Experiences

29 November 2024

Discover our pick of the best winter wildlife experiences the UK has to offer, from spotting red deer in Yorkshire to watching starling murmurations in the Chilterns.

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British Travel

Ring in the New: The Top Twixmas and New Year’s Eve Breaks in the UK

26 November 2024

Discover the best New Year’s Eve Breaks in the UK, from elegant Twixmas getaways to lively New Year’s Eve celebrations in stunning country houses and coastal retreats.

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  • Flavour & Savour

    Unfold a tapestry of flavours, aromas, and alluring experiences, from local, homegrown and foraged produce, to unforgettable fine dining.

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  • Eco Escapism

    A portal to sustainable retreats and captivating natural wonders, inviting you to reconnect with the essence of our planet.

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  • Behind the Door

    Meet the people who make the magic happen – from head chefs to the concierge, hotel owners to remarkable gardeners.

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  • British Travel

    Explore the very best of the British Isles, from the charms of the wild Scottish Highlands to quaint southern coastal towns, and everywhere in between.

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  • Holistic Highs

    Discover a world of inner peace, mindful practices, and exceptional experiences designed to nourish your body, mind, and soul.

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The Handle 2026

Our annual print edition celebrates British heritage, timeless traditions, and the stories that shape our islands.

Order your complimentary copy of The Handle 2026 and take a properly British journey through time. From landmark hotels steeped in local legend to characterful architecture infused with modern comfort, each property has a tale to tell. Discover the British calendar, iconic brands, and enduring traditions that honour the past while embracing a contemporary twist. Timeless, distinctive, and always worth making a song and dance about.

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