York has been named the best place to live in the UK. The accolade comes from a study by house buying specialists Housebuyers4u, which used data from the Home Office and Tripadvisor to rank locations out of 100 based on factors such as culture, green spaces, housing, and crime rates. York topped the list with … Read more
This beautiful UK city is a pretty part of England but it’s not one that Brits often travel to. Norwich, in Norfolk, can be reached in just under two hours by train and offers a quiet relaxing break. Despite it not being a huge tourist destination, Norwich has a lot to offer. It has been … Read more
This pretty UK city in Yorkshire is less than an hour away from an unusual landmark similar to the famous Stonehenge. Druids Temple is 30 minutes away from Ripon and both places are great for an autumn day out if you’re looking to enjoy a weekend away before winter kicks in. Near Druids Temple, there … Read more
Britain’s most haunted locations have been revealed, with some surprising towns experiencing high levels of paranormal activity. According to Alex Wilson, CEO and founder of Affordable Urns: “Our research reveals some exciting destinations for paranormal enthusiasts this Halloween. The high concentration of reported hauntings in these areas speaks to the rich history and enduring legends … Read more
This tiny coastal town is one of the most beautiful parts of Italy and it is becoming an increasingly popular place for tourists. Sperlonga in Italy is a hidden treasure of the country, located in Lazio. It is halfway between Rome and Naples and lies in the regional park of the Ulysses Riviera. Known for … Read more
A recent study by London Northwestern Railway (LNR) revealed six of the UK’s cheapest commuter towns and cities. The experts reviewed the latest ONS data to determine which affordable commuter destinations the nation needs to know about. 1. Rugby Rugby, in Warwickshire, is a highly sought-after and attractive little market town. Rugby “has all the … Read more
Being the largest town in Dorset, Bournemouth boasts impressive connections to its surrounding counties and is on a direct train route to London. While it is an appealing place for this very reason, the town itself has a wealth of beauty and attraction thanks to its idyllic scenery and long list of amenities. Bournemouth spans … Read more
Worthing is popular among commuters and beach lovers alike but the seaside town has more to offer than just the beach, with plenty of bars, restaurants and green spaces hidden between the colourful promenade and South Downs National Park. Set across an area of 12.5 square miles, the borough is the second largest component of … Read more
Norway is home to Longyearbyen, the world’s northernmost settlement with a population greater than 1,000. The town is the largest inhabited area of the Svalbard province and, according to the 2020 census, counts some 1,750 residents. Dotted with colourful homes, this town has a four-square-mile area, but it includes all services needed by locals and … Read more
An idyllic market town in the southeast of England has been named as one of the best towns for commuters, but a house here is well out of reach for most ordinary people. In a list compiled by Marylebone-based estate agents Kubie Gold, Beaconsfield was crowned as the best place for London commuters to live. … Read more
