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1st June 2026

Best UK Towns and Villages to Visit: Trending Destinations

Looking to get ahead of the curve by visiting destinations before they’re popular? Then you’re in luck! Highlighted in...

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2nd June 2026

Top 10 Cheapest UK Holiday Destinations for 2026

With more holidaymakers prioritising prices over passports, it’s no surprise that UK getaways are firmly on the rise. In...

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22nd January 2026

14 Best City Breaks in the UK for 2026

Looking for the best city break destinations in the UK? Whether you’re after history, culture or somewhere scenic to...

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News British Travel Awards winners
3 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...

News ufurnish.com competition
3 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...

Autumn Signs of Autumn
3 years ago

Autumn UK: 9 Signs of Autumn to Look For

If you’re looking for the signs of autumn then you’re probably really glad that summer is over and who...

Autumn abandoned building
3 years ago

16 Creepy Abandoned Places in the UK

In the spirit of Halloween and all things spooky, we thought this would be the perfect opportunity to explore...

Autumn bonfire night
3 years ago

10 Fascinating Bonfire Night Facts you Probably Didn’t Know

Remember, remember the fifth of November; gunpowder, treason, and plot. It is almost Bonfire Night, and we see no...

Autumn Halloween home decorations
3 years ago

20 Fun Activities for Halloween 2024

As shades of fiery red and golden yellow paint the landscapes of the UK, we thought it was time...

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