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11th July 2025

UK Bank Holidays and Public Holidays 2025/2026

Get your bank holiday plans in order after discovering all of the upcoming UK bank holidays for 2025 &...

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17th July 2025

Top UK Islands to Visit: How Many Have You Explored?

If you’ve ever wanted to escape the mainland of the UK and explore the countless islands dotted along our...

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8th July 2025

The 16 Best Holiday Parks in the UK for 2025

Looking to make unforgettable memories or a place that has it all? Then read our blog on the best...

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Arts & Entertainment
1 year ago

Leap Year Facts, Traditions and Myths

We already know that leap year occurs every four years, but did you know that the year is full...

Day Out Guides News Quiet beach scene with gentle waves on the sand, blue skies and white clouds overhead
1 year ago

A Rainy Day Guide to Seaside Towns

Have you booked your next getaway to the seaside and you're worried about the weather? Then our rainy day...

Travel Tips
2 years ago

10 Girls’ Weekend Away UK Destinations for 2025

Whether you’re looking for a countryside retreat or an exciting city escape, the UK is full of great girls’...

News British Travel Awards winners
2 years ago

Sykes Wins Tenth Consecutive Gold at the British Travel Awards

Sykes Holiday Cottages is proud to announce that we have won Gold at the British Travel Awards for the...

Winter UK Winter Holiday Destinations, Featured Image
2 years ago

The Best Winter Destinations in the UK & Ireland

The UK and Ireland offer magical places to visit any time of year, however, winter is an exceptionally special...

News ufurnish.com competition
2 years ago

Holiday Cottage Interiors for Every Budget!

How to Bring Holiday Cottage Chic into Your Own Home with ufurnish.com Ever wished you could recreate the holiday...

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