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Arts
fromArtnet News
2 days ago

Large Roman Villa Uncovered in the U.K. During Wind Farm Survey

Archaeologists discovered a significant Roman villa in Norfolk, revealing insights into affluent rural life in Roman Britain.
Boston food
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

Where To Find The Best Seafood Boil In Boston, According To A Local - Tasting Table

Holly Crab in Boston offers unique Cajun seafood boils, blending Southern and Vietnamese influences, and has gained recognition for its exceptional flavors.
London
fromianVisits
2 days ago

Tickets Alert: Tours of the former Carlton Cinema, Essex Road

The former Carlton Cinema now offers occasional tours, showcasing its grand interior and rich history as a significant entertainment venue.
#seafood
fromTasting Table
4 days ago
Miami food

This Popular Sweet Clam Found On Florida Menus Isn't From The Sunshine State At All - Tasting Table

London food
fromLondon On The Inside
3 days ago

The Sea, The Sea Is Opening a New Bistro and Fish Shop

The Sea, The Sea is expanding with a new bistro and fish shop across Pavilion Road, featuring a larger retail offering and an evening seafood bar.
Miami food
fromTasting Table
4 days ago

This Popular Sweet Clam Found On Florida Menus Isn't From The Sunshine State At All - Tasting Table

Florida embraces Ipswich clams, a prized seafood from Massachusetts, known for their taste and tenderness, despite being imported from afar.
fromMedievalists.net
5 days ago

Norway Invests Millions to Preserve Medieval Sites - Medievalists.net

"The ruins from the Middle Ages are part of our common history. With these grants, we are strengthening the work that makes it possible to preserve them, not only as historical traces, but also as living sources of knowledge for both researchers, craftsmen and local communities."
History
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

12 Iconic Maine Eats Everyone Should Try Once - Tasting Table

Maine is known for its fresh seafood, specifically lobster, and has many other foods native to its culinary culture that are unbreakably tied to the state.
East Bay food
#glen-cove
NYC food
fromOnlyInYourState
1 week ago

This Little-Known Waterfront Town Is One of the Most Charming in New York

Glen Cove, a charming waterfront town in New York, offers a unique blend of history, nature, and small-town appeal.
NYC food
fromAol
1 week ago

This Little-Known Waterfront Town in New York Is Pure Magic

Glen Cove, a charming waterfront town in New York, offers a unique blend of history, nature, and small-town appeal just an hour from the city.
NYC food
fromOnlyInYourState
1 week ago

This Little-Known Waterfront Town Is One of the Most Charming in New York

Glen Cove, a charming waterfront town in New York, offers a unique blend of history, nature, and small-town appeal.
NYC food
fromAol
1 week ago

This Little-Known Waterfront Town in New York Is Pure Magic

Glen Cove, a charming waterfront town in New York, offers a unique blend of history, nature, and small-town appeal just an hour from the city.
fromTime Out London
4 days ago

This beloved London restaurant on a boat has been forced to close

Caravel and Studio Kitchen have been forced to close our doors with immediate effect. We will provide an update as soon as the details are allowed to be made public. Thank you and sorry.
London food
fromianVisits
4 days ago

Tulip takeover: Hampton Court Palace bursts into bloom as Tulip Festival returns

The tulips gained fame in 1912, when it was widely reported that a tulip with four distinct blooms on one stem had been spotted at the palace, and the following year, it was reported that the palace had its best display in many years.
London
Boston food
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

TravelMag went on a seafood road trip in Maine and named these 'can't-miss' restaurants. Which is your favorite?

Fried clams at Kennebunkport's Clam Shack are legendary, making seafood stops along Maine's coast a must for travelers.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

On the shoulders of giants: roaming among England's famous chalk figures

The Long Man may be Anglo-Saxon in origin; the shape is similar to the design on a buckle discovered in Kent in 1964 by the archaeologist Sonia Chadwick Hawkes, which probably represents the god Odin (or Woden).
History
fromAol
2 weeks ago

Nestled Between NYC And Albany Is A Quaint New York Hamlet With River Views And Local Cuisine

Milton is a picturesque location along the west side of the Hudson River, halfway between Albany and New York City, known for its pretty parks and river views.
Travel
London
fromTime Out London
5 days ago

This 'ancient' London market is set to be revamped - with a spectacular new roof terrace

Plans to modernize Kingston's Ancient Market aim to create a vibrant, sustainable piazza with new stalls and community spaces.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

The historic city with a small-town feel' named the best place to live in the UK

Norwich has been named the UK's best place to live for its historic charm, vibrant atmosphere, and overall livability.
Dining
fromCN Traveller
2 weeks ago

Our readers' new favourite restaurant sits inside one of Kent's coolest seafront hotels

Willy's offers comforting, seasonal dishes that prioritize nostalgia and simplicity over complexity, making it a beloved neighborhood dining spot.
London food
fromCN Traveller
1 week ago

15 prettiest villages near London

Firle, Aylesford, and Biddenden offer rich historical and cultural experiences in picturesque settings, featuring notable landmarks, local cuisine, and scenic landscapes.
London music
fromCN Traveller
3 weeks ago

A seaside town without any sea? The charming British spot drawing in curious travellers

Parkgate, a former 18th-century port on the Dee Estuary, transformed from a bustling harbor into marshland due to centuries of natural silting that gradually replaced water with mud flats.
Boston food
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

This Underrated New York Region Is an Affordable Version of The Hamptons-With 80 Wineries, Few Crowds, and Coastal Charm

The North Fork offers a relaxed, authentic alternative to the Hamptons with its farmland, wineries, and local dining options.
London food
fromianVisits
1 week ago

Rare open day at Greater Anglia's Norwich rail depot

Greater Anglia's main rail depot will open to the public for the first time in over 30 years on June 6th.
History
fromMedievalists.net
2 weeks ago

Stepping Into the Viking Age on a Winter Weekend in Massachusetts - Medievalists.net

North Folk Night Market immerses visitors in the Viking Age through performances, handcrafted goods, and storytelling centered around Beowulf.
London politics
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago

London's Alleys: Church Yard Walk, Paddington, W2

A pedestrian passage at St Mary on Paddington Green represents an early example of pedestrianisation, created when a former road was blocked to unite the church and graveyard into one site.
London food
fromElite Traveler
1 week ago

How to Explore London's Picturesque Village Hubs, According to Locals

London's hidden gems offer charming experiences in areas like Marylebone Village and Hampstead, featuring unique shops and local dining options.
Environment
fromMail Online
4 weeks ago

Woke scientists call for Brits to ditch the scampi and chips

Bottom trawling for scampi releases trapped carbon from ocean sediment, threatening climate stability and marine ecosystems.
Boston food
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

I visited friends in a small town in Maine and found a hidden gem I'd travel to again and again

Belfast, Maine is an underrated travel destination with rich maritime history and local culture, ideal for city escapes.
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

The 'Oyster Capital Of The East Coast' Isn't The State You Might Expect - Tasting Table

East Coast oysters are known and loved over the world for the clean minerality and distinctive salinity, which is reflective of the cold Atlantic waters where they come from. Although Maine and Maryland get a lot of credit, oysters are present along the continent's entire eastern coast, as far north as Canada's Prince Edward Island all the way down to South Florida.
Silicon Valley food
#mystic-connecticut
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
3 weeks ago

I've Lived in New England for 24 Years-and This Charming Seaside Town Is Worth Visiting All 4 Seasons

Mystic, Connecticut is a historic maritime village offering quintessential New England coastal experiences with luxury accommodations, acclaimed restaurants, and preserved shipbuilding heritage year-round.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
3 weeks ago

I've Lived in New England for 24 Years-and This Charming Seaside Town Is Worth Visiting All 4 Seasons

Mystic, Connecticut is a historic maritime village offering quintessential New England coastal experiences with luxury accommodations, acclaimed restaurants, and preserved shipbuilding heritage year-round.
London
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

The Chinatown London forgot: New exhibition explores Limehouse's past

Limehouse's Chinatown reveals a complex history of migrant workers, myths, and social dynamics, contrasting popular perceptions with the reality of the community.
London food
fromTime Out London
1 week ago

Visitors are told to 'avoid' 5 London boroughs - here's why they're worth visiting

Tourists should reconsider visiting Croydon, Harlesden, Edmonton, Anerley, and Surbiton as they have unique attractions worth exploring.
#london
London
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Bird's-eye view of London seen in 280-year-old map

An 18th-century map of London by John Rocque is being republished, showcasing detailed views of the city and its surroundings.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Pollock and chips? Chippies face closure unless we eat cheaper fish, says owner

Fish and chip shop owners warn that rising cod prices threaten traditional chippies' survival, urging customers to accept cheaper fish alternatives like pollock to keep businesses viable.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

When I leave, part of me stays': why Scarborough's youth won't turn their backs on the seaside town they love

Scarborough teenagers prioritize earning money immediately over waiting for inheritance, reflecting distinct cultural values shaped by their working-class coastal community compared to more affluent regions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Campaign seeks 50 objects to take the heat' out of Englishness debate

A new campaign is aiming to collect 50 objects that sum up Englishness in an effort to move the conversation away from reductive arguments over whether to hang a St George's flag or not. Supported by the Green party politician Caroline Lucas, the musician and campaigner Billy Bragg, and Kojo Koram, a law professor, the A Very English Chat campaign hopes to tackle England's growing social divisions and political polarisation.
UK politics
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

The UK's Taste in Bacon is Changing

Nitrites are generally used as a preservative in bacon and other processed foods, and the U.K.'s Food Standards Agency published a report last fall on the health risks of consuming nitrites. As Dr. James Cooper, the agency's Deputy Director of Food Policy, stated, '[W]hile nitrates and nitrites can form compounds called nitrosamines, many of which are carcinogenic, the link to serious health problems like cancer in humans remains inconclusive.'
Food & drink
SF food
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Why You Don't See Fish And Chips Wrapped In Newspaper Anymore - Tasting Table

Fish and chips were traditionally wrapped in newspaper, which transferred toxic ink to food until EU regulations banned the practice in 1976 due to health and safety concerns.
London food
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 weeks ago

A Seaside Town Without Any Sea? The Charming British Spot Drawing in Curious Travelers

Parkgate's transformation from a busy port to a silting marsh illustrates the unsettling beauty of absence and change over time.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

I have the island to myself': how to be a castaway in Cornwall

Looe Island, managed by Cornwall Wildlife Trust, offers intimate wildlife encounters and overnight cottage stays for visitors seeking refuge from daily life.
London food
fromConde Nast Traveler
3 weeks ago

The World's Longest Coastal Path Will Open in Northeast England This Summer

The King Charles III England Coast Path National Trail, opening summer 2026, will be the world's longest managed coastal path, spanning eight sections across England's coastline from Scotland to Cornwall.
London
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

I've lived in the UK for over 20 years -there's just one town I always dream about moving to and love to visit

Windermere, a Lake District town of under 10,000 residents, offers peaceful natural beauty, excellent food, and local charm while remaining well-connected to major UK cities.
History
fromMedievalists.net
1 month ago

New Medieval Books: Castles and Strongholds of Northumberland - Medievalists.net

Northumberland contains more castles, towers, peles, bastles and barmkins than any other British county, serving as private residences and fortifications for nobility and landowners.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Onions and chips keep washing up on England's south coast. Here's why

Container losses during storms deposited consumer goods on UK shores, offering oceanographers a rare real-time opportunity to study currents while highlighting the global scale of containerized trade.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Stunning views, honesty shops and community pubs: people power on the Llyn peninsula in Wales

Rural Welsh communities are revitalizing through community-owned pubs, restaurants, cafes, and shops, reversing decades of decline in local amenities.
London
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

Southern England Is a Paradise for Gardening Aficionados-Here Are the Most Beautiful Gardens to Visit

Bluebells create breathtaking visual carpets in English woodlands during spring, inspiring poets and garden enthusiasts with their ephemeral beauty and delicate scent.
Real estate
fromArchitectural Digest
2 months ago

8 Idyllic English Cottages You Can Book on Airbnb

English country cottages combine cottagecore charm and historic British interiors with modern amenities for cozy, restorative rural getaways.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

British Library acquires archive of rural life writer and essayist Ronald Blythe

The British Library acquired Ronald Blythe's meticulously ordered archive, preserving over a million words documenting a century of rural East Anglian life and social change.
Miscellaneous
fromianVisits
1 month ago

Tickets Alert: Climb up inside the Old Royal Naval College domes

Dome Tours at the Old Royal Naval College resume in April, allowing small groups to climb inside domes, view Wren's structure and enjoy 360° views.
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

For A Better Fish And Chips Experience, Choose This Beer Pairing - Tasting Table

Fish and chips is about as iconic as you can get for pub fare. It's a perfect harmony of tender, subtly sweet and briny cod with a crisp, buttery coating; plus, salty, starchy fries. The only thing a classic fish and chips meal is missing is a good beer. After all, it's a standard order in pubs, where many guests are already enjoying pints - and that's not to mention that many chefs actually batter the fish in beer.
Beer
France news
fromThe Good Life France
2 months ago

A day in Montreuil-sur-Mer - The Good Life France

Montreuil-sur-Mer is a picturesque fortified hilltop town near Calais with historic ramparts, rich medieval and military history, and charming streets and monuments.
Public health
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

The best place to retire in England is just 20 minutes from London

Windsor and Maidenhead is England's happiest, healthiest place for retirees in 2026, with high life expectancy, strong health services, and robust social amenities.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

'Weird and beautiful': Taking the commuter ferry from Hingham's ice-blanketed harbor

Hingham/Hull MBTA ferry canceled most trips this week because ice formed in Hingham Shipyard harbor, halting operations despite use of an ice-breaking tug.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

New Hampshire's Hidden-Gem Town For Classic Coastal Eats - Tasting Table

Hampton, New Hampshire offers a rich coastal dining scene featuring classic seafood, boardwalk eats, cozy inland restaurants, and notable historic establishments.
Travel
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Rolling hills, rich heritage and great pubs: a car-free break in Leicestershire

Charnwood in Leicestershire offers scenic countryside, historic sites, and accessible attractions with fewer crowds than popular English destinations.
fromCN Traveller
2 months ago

Sussex area guide: Where to stay, eat and do

It is a cold, damp day in January, but the buzz at Goodwood is electric. On a 75-acre woodland encircled by flint walls, about a thousand new trees and 100,000 bulbs are taking root. Work is at full pelt on the refurbishment of two flat-roofed pavilions, originally designed for the Cass Sculpture Foundation by architect Craig Downie, and the construction of a new café, created by his studio.
Arts
Miscellaneous
fromianVisits
2 months ago

London's Alleys: Chatter Alley, East Molesey, KT8

A historic narrow alley once riverside near Hampton Court became a back passage after river diversion and town development, now named Chatter Alley.
UK news
fromMail Online
1 month ago

The Suffolk hamlet with one of the best night skies in the WORLD

Thorington Street in Suffolk has been designated England's first International Dark Sky Community after a nine-year grassroots campaign to reduce light pollution.
Real estate
fromElite Traveler
2 months ago

Inside Hampshire's Most Enchanting River Retreat

Freelands is a meticulously renovated 1878 fishing lodge in Hampshire offering luxury private estate living with world-class fishing and a bespoke wellness sanctuary.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

This Quaint Coastal Town Is a Best-kept Secret in Massachusetts

Newburyport, a quaint coastal town shaped by centuries of maritime life, is a hidden gem in Massachusetts. Set at the mouth of the Merrimack River, and not far from the New Hampshire border, it carries an easy, unforced charm. Here, fishermen still bring in the day's catch and the ocean influences everyday life. Shops are made for and by the locals, the bakeries feel comforting, and vast, unspoiled beaches line the coastline.
fromCN Traveller
3 years ago

A ranking: the best Cornish pasties in Cornwall

Its origins lie in the county's mining past, where it was devised as a complete, portable meal. The crimp acted as a handle, and some pasties were even made with different fillings at each end, offering both savoury and sweet in a single bake. Debate over the perfect pasty remains lively, but the classic combination of beef, potato, onion and swede is still the benchmark, and for many, still the one to beat.
Food & drink
Real estate
fromCN Traveller
2 months ago

My favourite Airbnb: a rural retreat in the Nottinghamshire with a sauna and a cinema room that we didn't want to leave

A 15-acre Loughborough farm property with a human-sized doll's-house cottage offers a secluded, stylish winter weekend retreat ideal for families.
#cornwall
London food
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Why You Might Want To Think Twice About Ordering This Iconic British Dish At Irish Pubs - Tasting Table

Fish and chips should be avoided at Irish-style pubs in the U.S. because they serve frozen, pre-battered fish and frozen fries instead of the fresh, quality ingredients found at dedicated Irish chippers.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Why are onions turning up on Brighton beach?

Hundreds of thousands of onions and large amounts of maritime debris, including masks, single-use plastics and shipping-container insulation, washed up on Brighton and Sussex beaches.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

The Seafood Restaurant That Makes Virginia's Longest Pier Worth The Walk - Tasting Table

Ocean View Fishing Pier in Virginia is a nearly 1,700-foot seafood-focused pier offering dining, live music, happy hours, on-pier fishing, and event accommodations.
fromCN Traveller
2 months ago

The best lakefront Airbnbs in the UK: from an idyllic boathouse in Norfolk to little-known spots for languid waterside reading sessions

Rolling up to one of the UK's best lakeside Airbnbs means mornings peering through the windows as mist rises over the surface, afternoon calm punctuated only by the splash of a rowboat's paddle, and evenings nursing wine glasses as light fades over gently rippling waters. Truly, we're spoiled here in the UK - our little country has a glut of idyllic regions in every nook and cranny and, within them, a wonderful selection of lakeside Airbnbs offering restoration
Travel
fromianVisits
2 months ago

London's Alleys: Ann's Place, Whitechapel, E1

This part of London sits just outside the historic City walls, so it attracted traders who wanted to avoid the strict rules binding City merchants. The land was later acquired by Thomas Wentworth, 1st Earl of Cleveland, who developed it, hence the main road being named Wentworth Street. If you're wondering about Ann's Place, that was probably after his wife, Anne Hopton.
History
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

Before Protein Bowls, Britain Had This Old-School Lunch Dish - Tasting Table

The ploughman's lunch is a cold, versatile British meal of cheese, cured meats, bread, pickles and accompaniments that has regained popularity via social media.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

This North Carolina Destination Has 5 Barrier Islands, Picturesque Coastal Towns, and the 'Seafood Capital of the World'

Brunswick Islands offer relaxed seaside towns, wide sandy beaches, abundant wildlife, history, dining, and a slower coastal pace across five barrier islands.
fromLondon On The Inside
1 month ago

A Pickle Festival Is Coming to London

The Big Brine, co-founded by Emma and Clarice, who have backgrounds in events and event catering, will bring together the worlds of food, wellness and sustainability by showcasing the craft and culture behind brining and fermenting.
London food
Food & drink
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

South London is getting a new cafe specialising in Welsh food

Bara, a new Peckham cafe, will showcase Welsh regional produce and dishes from Pembrokeshire, Caerphilly, Portmadog, Anglesey and Carmarthenshire.
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

The Best Places to Go in the UK in 2026

Seven UK regions and neighborhoods, from North Yorkshire to Scottish and Northern Irish countryside (plus an island), are highlighted as top 2026 trip destinations.
Travel
fromLondon On The Inside
1 month ago

Here's Why Margate Makes a Great Winter Escape

Margate House Hotel's 9-room boutique, with seaside views, Wes Anderson-inspired interiors, Haeckels products, and Willy's restaurant, offers a cosy winter bolthole and seasonal British food.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

This Old-Fashioned Seafood Breakfast Has All But Disappeared - But It's Not Gone For Good - Tasting Table

Poached kippers are a traditional British breakfast made from fatty, cold-smoked herring, offering rich smoky umami flavor and traditionally simmered briefly in water.
fromLondon On The Inside
1 month ago

Learn How to Shuck and Dress Oysters at Noisy Oyster

The place is a real looker - minimalist and monochromatic interiors with plenty of stainless steel and exposed features - and the menu is more than a match, showcasing the best seafood from across the UK in dishes inspired by the coastal regions Italy, Spain, Portugal and France. Given oysters are in the name, it's no surprise that Noisy Oyster has them on the menu,
Food & drink
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London's Alleys: Ship Tavern Passage, City of London, EC3

The alley likely came into existence when the first Leadenhall Market, as a market for herbs, opened, with a long passage leading from the market to Gracechurch Street. The alley used to be longer and straighter, but the eastern half was cut off when a building was constructed on the site. That building was demolished in 2000, and archaeologists researched it for Roman remains in 2002.
London
fromCN Traveller
5 years ago

The best hotels in Somerset

Every hotel on this list has been selected independently by our editors and written by a Condé Nast Traveller journalist who knows the destination and has stayed at that property. When choosing hotels, our editors consider both luxury properties and boutique and lesser-known boltholes that offer an authentic and insider experience of a destination. We're always looking for beautiful design, a great location and warm service - as well as serious sustainability credentials.
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