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Little Explorers, Big Adventures: Family-Friendly UK City Breaks

26 September 2025

Your guide to the best UK city breaks this autumn: enjoy kid-friendly activities, luxury hotels and seasonal treats for a magical family half-term holiday

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Ghoulishly Good Spine-Tingling Half-Term Escapes for Halloween

19 September 2025

Get ready for ghostly thrills, pumpkin-packed trails and magical escapades this Halloween

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Eco Escapism

Organic September – How UK Hotels are Serving Up a Greener Plate

12 September 2025

Discover how UK hotels are embracing Organic September with dining experiences that connect soil, season and plate

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Holistic Highs

Autumn Glow: Caring for Your Post-Summer Skin

5 September 2025

Seasonal therapies and restorative treatments to hydrate, repair and refresh, leaving your post-summer skin radiant and ready for autumn.

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Flavour & Savour

Tom Brown: Redefining Modern British Dining at The Capital Hotel

27 August 2025

Step inside the kitchen at The Capital Hotel and you’ll be greeted by the aromas, colours, and creativity that define Tom Brown’s cooking.

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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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