In this issue

For the youngsters it’s the start of a new school or college year but for most of us it’s a good time to take advantage of all that Britain has to offer, at off-season prices, without the queues and in relative calm. Our editing and journalist teams have come up with some true gems for you. Our British hospitality industry continues to provide the excellence that tourists have come to expect and, all over the British Isles, there are treats in store. If the spa experience is your idea of bliss, turn to our Luxury Spa Guide for inspiration. Lovers of heritage will leap at the chance to explore Leeds Castle, stay at Wynyard Hall or discover the manifold joys hiding in secret Sussex. North of the border, Ken McCulloch, late of Hotel du Vin/Malmaison fame, is working his magic in Edinburgh and Glasgow while, in Western Argyll, we sample the superb hospitality and seafood splendours around Oban. The seasonal magnificence in our countryside and gardens has to be experienced and we offer our pick of the most rewarding walks and show how easy it is to visit these sights, direct from your arrival airport. Perhaps a little daunting at the height of summer, you will find Shakespeare’s home-town, Stratford-upon-Avon, much easier going. It is impossible to ignore the capital city and are pleased to give you a taste of the highlife at four leading London hotels and visit The Game Bird, James Durrant’s new restaurant at The Stafford. Nothing is more British than a nice ‘cuppa’ and, for our ‘Made in Britain’ feature, we are happy to showcase the nation’s potters, some centuries-old and some more recent, all proud to continue the tradition. While sipping your tea, you will also find our regular features on the UK’s cultural scene, travel news and style items. Happy reading!

A Nice Cup Made In Britain

Renowned the world over for its impressive history of ceramics production, British pottery is some of the most distinctive and enduring in the world. Emma Johnson visits the home of British pottery to meet the makers.

7 mins

Leeds Castle

'The loveliest Castle in the world' .Centuries of England’s history, from life as the residence of six medieval Queens, and of King Henry VIII, to the 20th century injection of US wealth, have left their mark on this uniquely beautiful estate.

4 mins

The Corinthia

Opened to much fanfare in 2011, The Corinithia is one of London's chicest hotels, with a loyal A-list clientele and jaw-dropping design to match. Emma Johnson mingles with the glitterati.

3 mins

Dorset Square

A magnificent overnight stay awaits in Marylebone, overlooking a leafy, private garden square.

2 mins

From The Airport To The Countryside

With frequent train and bus links running from Britain’s major airports, you can step off the plane and find yourself among amazing natural landscapes within two hours, or even just 20 minutes. Here are a selection of country getaways from airports in England, Scotland and Wales.

5 mins

Oban Gateway To The Western Isles

Robin Glover visits Western Argyll, portal to the wild Hebridean isles of Colonsay, Coll, Tiree, Barra and South Uist, and stepping-stone to Mull. Oban is a magnet for holiday-makers and lovers of fine seafood.

2 mins

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Exclusively British magazine is a stylish, premium, bi-monthly travel and lifestyle publication showcasing the very best of Britain, for both international visitors on vacation here in the UK, and British residents on a staycation in the UK.