Make your free time count – our carefully-curated guide to the most unique and chic hotels, pubs, bars, restaurants, cafés, cottages and spa breaks across England.
Northants, Leics & Rutland
Cameras at the ready at the world's only managed colony of nesting mute swans – and their super cute cygnets.
Dorset
Rutland
Fancy a glass of fizz? Best make it local! This family-run vineyard just a stone's throw from Brighton is a Muddy Sussex go-to for a delicious new tipple or an convivial evening sp...
Sussex
The Artist Residence in the hamlet of South Leigh, Oxfordshire with its slick styling and cleverly chosen art, is a welcome antidote to traditional Cotswolds inns. Muddy loves.
Oxfordshire
The Ashmolean's rooftop restaurant is one of a kind with seasonal, fresh dishes and stunning views of Oxford's skyline from the terrace.
None
Enjoy major exhibitions of contemporary art at this nationally recognised gallery, hidden away in the grounds of Millfield School in Street
Somerset
If you love to steam away your troubles in a sauna and a relaxing bubble in a hydro-pool, Torquay's multi-sensory Fire & Experience is not to be missed.
Devon
Ready to take your football game to the next level? Head to Ballerz, the new home of football in Dartford. Play like a pro, hone your skills and make memories that'll last for a li...
Kent
We love this fabulous wine bar and kitchen - a great place to meet friends for a cocktail or a perfect location for a delicious date night.
Kent
A stunning 18th century manor house in Berkshire that oozes period drama for history and film fans. A place to explore the intimate rooms, gardens, woods and paddocks. Free range k...
Berkshire
Let the kids run wild, discover native and exotic furry and feathered friends and (polish that parental halo) it's even educational. Where is this mecca of good times? Beale Wildli...
Berkshire
Seatbelts on – get ready for full family day out at Beaulieu's National Motor Museum attraction, historic house, abbey, gardens, adventure playground and monorail.
Hampshire
An award-winning family Farm Shop, Restaurant, conferencing centre and Cookery School just across the Warwickshire border in Wythall - passionate about the best locally-sourced qua...
Warwickshire & West Midlands
For when you're feeling really fancy, Raymond's Blanc's pitch-perfect Oxfordshire institution needs no introduction. Two Michelin stars, luxurious rooms, beautiful kitchen gardens...
Oxfordshire
With everything from fabulous family biking trails to The Beast (the world's biggest inflatable obstacle course!) Betteshanger Park is a brilliant place for outdoor adventure.
Kent
A fast-growing sport that offers something for everyone - clay shooting at Bisley Shooting Ground improves confidence and concentration, and is huge fun in a beautiful setting.
Surrey
The brilliant Bloom Stays offers a hand-picked selection of local and luxurious self-catering accommodation to suit every holiday break away. Stampede!
Kent
Award-winning vineyard and winery set in 100 acres of AONB on the edge of the Ashdown Forest offering still and sparkling, tours, weddings and events.
Sussex
Take a tasting tour around this boutique vineyard set on a farm in gorgeous Wiltshire countryside.
Wiltshire