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Madeira – 8 Favourite Things to See & Do

One of the guarantees about visiting Madeira is that you’ll never be short of things to see and do. In fact, chances are a return will probably be on the cards to experience some of the attractions missed first time around. Here at Travellowdown, we recently enjoyed a five-day break on this beautiful sunny island. [...]

Jersey – 7 Reasons to Visit this Autumn

Despite measuring just nine miles by five, Jersey is the largest of the Channel Islands as well as the archipelago’s southernmost isle. A self-governing dependency of the UK, it has much to offer visitors this autumn, whether you’re a daytripper or planning a week-long break. Known for, among others, its splendid beaches, rugged coastline, myriad [...]

Greencombe Gardens – Exmoor

Overlooking the Bristol Channel near the coastal village of Porlock Weir is a delightful three and a half-acre garden brimming with beautiful flowers, rare plants and where you’ll always receive a warm welcome from the affable hosts. Greencombe, situated along the sheltered wooded slopes of Exmoor, is a north-facing garden surrounding a 1940s house built [...]

By | 2023-07-06T11:18:17+01:00 July 6th, 2023|Attractions, Latest Reviews|0 Comments

Isle of Wight – 5 Free Things You Must Do

In these straitened times, it's reassuring to know that you can still visit a fab destination, such as the Isle of Wight, without needing extremely deep pockets when it comes to visiting attractions, taking the kids out for the afternoon and so on. Recently, we spent a long weekend on the isle and searched out [...]

By | 2022-12-18T14:19:13+00:00 December 18th, 2022|Attractions, Destinations, Latest Reviews|0 Comments

5 Family-friendly Attractions in Leicestershire You Must Visit…

It's time to be honest now. When we're thinking of organising a holiday, we wouldn't automatically consider Leicestershire - well, that was the case before we visited the county during the summer. That short break opened our eyes to how interesting and beautiful the county is. Not only do you have the city itself, but [...]

By | 2022-10-10T14:47:56+01:00 September 20th, 2022|Accommodation, Attractions, Destinations, Latest Reviews|0 Comments

Marwood Hill Garden – North Devon

This charming private garden is set in a peaceful valley just a few miles from Barnstaple, Devon. It was created by the late Dr Jimmy Smart who, after being a ship’s doctor during the Second World War, purchased the land in 1949. By 1980, he was a full-time gardener and quickly recognised for his contribution, [...]

By | 2022-06-30T17:05:56+01:00 June 30th, 2022|Attractions, Latest Reviews|0 Comments

Edgbaston Park Hotel – Birmingham

There are many reasons why you’d choose to stay at the Edgbaston Park Hotel, which celebrates its third anniversary in 2022. One reason is its convenient location: adjacent to the A38 in the heart of Birmingham it may be, but it’s within a short distance of both the M6 and M5. Similarly, its proximity to [...]

By | 2021-10-22T11:34:46+01:00 October 22nd, 2021|Accommodation, Attractions, Latest Reviews|0 Comments

Exmoor Coaster – Watchet to Lynmouth via Minehead & Porlock

If you want an open-top bus ride you’ll remember for the rest of your life, jump aboard the Exmoor Coaster. Running from the harbour town of Watchet to picturesque Lynmouth, via Minehead and Porlock, you’ll be treated to some of the best coastal views around as you arrive at the top of Porlock Hill and [...]

Young Driver Experience

Thanks to the Young Driver programme, you don’t have to wait until you’re 17 to learn to drive. You can get behind the wheel from the age of ten and learn to drive at one of myriad specialist centres scattered around the UK. With government-approved instructors alongside to guide you every step of the way [...]

By | 2021-07-05T09:48:20+01:00 July 4th, 2021|Attractions, Facilities, Latest Reviews, Products|0 Comments

Exbury Gardens

Exbury Gardens are located just 30 minutes from Southampton yet it feels like you’ve been transported to another world! More than 100 years in the making, Exbury is a spectacular collection of landscaped woodland and herbaceous, contemporary and formal gardens in a wonderful riverside location. These beautiful gardens are the creation of Lionel de Rothschild [...]

By | 2021-07-04T10:25:33+01:00 July 4th, 2021|Attractions, Latest Reviews|0 Comments

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