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Low country highlights

The Wall House, Groningen. All photos courtesy of Marketing Groningen

11:31am Tuesday 22nd April 2008

It may seem tucked away in the north of the Netherlands, far from all the action, but that has perhaps been a benefit to Groningen

Road revamp in Potters Bar

4:19pm Thursday 10th April 2008

"Essential" resurfacing work began this week on a busy stretch of road in Potters Bar.

On the trail of Robin Hood

Robin Hood and Little John do battle at Sherwood Forest's excellent visitor centre

1:25pm Wednesday 9th April 2008

Nottinghamshire is perhaps not the most obvious tourist destination.

Charity that begins away from home

Great strides: The Great Wall of China is a popular destination for charity treks

9:13am Friday 28th March 2008

From cycling to skydiving, hiking to horse riding, charity challenges now offer countless opportunities for adventure around the world.

A genuine city break

Holyrood Park will host the World Cross Country Championships later this month. Picture from VisitScotland/Scottish Viewpoint

3:44pm Thursday 6th March 2008

Whisky, ghosts and the great outdoors make a refreshing city break in Edinburgh.

Quality budget stays

Splendid isolation: Black Sail hostel, Lake District

9:28am Friday 22nd February 2008

Thanks to significant investment in recent years, the Youth Hostels Associaton's network of more than 200 hostels now offers a wide variety of budget accommodation of exceptional standard.

East meets west

Blue Mosque, Istanbul

9:01am Thursday 14th February 2008

Bustling bazaars, unique architecture and invigorating Turkish baths help make Istanbul a delight for all the senses.

Britain's beauty on view

View across Upper Loch Torridon, Scottish Highlands. © britainonview/ David Ward

9:00am Thursday 14th February 2008

Britain's rich natural beauty is the subject of a photographic exhibition taking place on London's South Bank.

Light bulb moments

Light up your night at the annual Glow festival. (Courtesy VVV Eindhoven)

8:00am Wednesday 6th February 2008

Eindhoven, fifth largest city of the Netherlands, has long been a centre of innovation. You may well find a visit to be most illuminating.

Make Valentine's a landmark event

Martello Tower, a Landmark Trust property in Suffolk. © The Landmark Trust

10:00am Thursday 31st January 2008

Have you ever wanted to be king or queen of your own castle? Or how about running your very own house of correction?


National News

Consumer confidence hits record low

Copnsumer confidence has hit as all-time low according to Nationwide

Updated 9:16am Wednesday 9th July 2008

Consumer confidence slumped to a new record low during June as a run of bad economic news made people worry about the future.


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