No way am I wearing these,’ says my 14-year-old daughter Hannah. She’s referring to a pair of padded undies that were recommended by a friend when she heard we were going on a cycling holiday in France. Admittedly they’re little more than hot-pink nappies, but they should help prevent saddle soreness, so I pack them … Read more
The British countryside is woven through with home-grown classical music, from symphonies inspired by the Scottish islands to Sir Harrison Birtwistle’s chamber composition that references a prehistoric mound in Wiltshire. And exploring the areas which influenced a composer’s finest work, or visiting museums which celebrate their legacy, makes for an inspiring break. British composers might … Read more
No way am I wearing these,’ says my 14-year-old daughter Hannah. She’s referring to a pair of padded undies that were recommended by a friend when she heard we were going on a cycling holiday in France. Admittedly they’re little more than hot- pink nappies, but they should help prevent saddle soreness, so I pack … Read more
The British countryside is woven through with home-grown classical music, from symphonies inspired by the Scottish islands to Sir Harrison Birtwistle’s chamber composition that references a prehistoric mound in Wiltshire. And exploring the areas which influenced a composer’s finest work, or visiting museums which celebrate their legacy, makes for an inspiring break. British composers might … Read more
Sailing to Europe? It’s such a breeze now ferries are back in business as the holiday season finally bursts into life Regular sailings to France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Spain are restarting Bookings are also shooting up for trips to Belfast and Dublin from Welsh ports Numbers will be limited on board to comply with … Read more
Exclusive for Mail on Sunday readers: Waltz along the Danube with the stars of Strictly – watch Anton du Beke and Erin Boag dance live on a brilliant eight-day cruise By Mail on Sunday Reporter Published: 22:01 BST, 18 July 2020 | Updated: 22:01 BST, 18 July 2020 It’s one of the most popular shows … Read more
Great British Boltholes: Nothing beats arriving at Falmouth’s Greenbank Hotel by boat – and it only costs £5 Falmouth’s Greenbank Hotel is perched on the edge of a beautiful harbour Guests can jump on and off ferries during their stay or take watersport lessons Choose room 101 for best balcony views, says Simon Heptinstall By Simon … Read more
Procol Harum singer Gary Brooker recalls his best and worst travel adventures, from a vodka-fuelled birthday in St Petersburg to being mugged in Cape Town By York Membery for the Daily Mail Published: 12:29 BST, 18 July 2020 | Updated: 12:29 BST, 18 July 2020 Procol Harum singer Gary Brooker This week Procol Harum singer … Read more
An Inspector Calls… at The Rose & Crown in Norfolk where Prince William enjoyed a pint before its reopening The Rose & Crown is located in the village of Snettisham, North Norfolk The Duke of Cambridge popped in for a swift pint ahead of Super Saturday It serves ‘super-posh’ fish and chips and has neat … Read more
Britain at its best: Speyside in Scotland promises barrel loads of joy with its 50 whiskey distilleries Speyside stretches from Inverness and into the Cairngorms National Park There are around 50 whiskey distilleries in Speyside – go on the Glenfiddich tour Shakespeare located the murder of Duncan by Macbeth at Inverness Castle By Rob Crossan … Read more