Weekend breaks UK & Europe

A beautifully restored old coaching inn with a vibrant, bustling atmosphere, great food, friendly staff and super-swish bedrooms

Pretty rooms and a relaxed restaurant overlooking a sparkling Costa Brava cove. Paradise for divers, and coastal walks start from the door

An authentic Catalan getaway in wine-soaked Penedés; pool, fire, mountain views and warm hosts. Wild swimming and Barcelona close by

Close to the loveliest part of the Basingstoke Canal, a lovely cottage good for leisurely walks, farm-shop food and lounging

A smart, friendly pub with rooms in north west London. The food is good, the welcome charming, and Notting Hill is close

A Georgian manor house in the old quarter of Penzance, close to the water, with good food and a chilled vibe

Lovers will be happy here in their own sweet space with a bird-filled garden. All you will hear is the river flowing gently past you

Brilliant birdwatching, heavenly countryside, a generous welcome and lovely furnishings... A place to linger as long as you can

Sweet, stylish, fresh hotel with scented patio. Tucked away yet central, an unusually quiet base for exploring Rome

Cool stone floors glow, food is fantastic, and the long pool beneath orange trees is a delight - all is harmony here, despite the road

Charming 17th century bakehouse in tranquil countryside. Perfect for exploring Brittany and Normandy - only 20km to Le Mont-Saint-Michel

Just the spot for a stylish French break - come by ferry, forget the car, eat fab meals and relax in easy, inspirational surroundings

A great find if you want to be close to all the action but nicely tucked away. Friendly pub downstairs, cool bedrooms up, Soho 20 minutes

Elegant hotel in the historic quarter, with an excellent restaurant and a pretty back terrace; Porto’s main sights are in walking distance

An irresistible eco restaurant-hotel of character and charm, run by two friendly families and set in gorgeous grounds. Foodie heaven

Come for authentic restoration, chic Savoyard décor, breathtaking views of the Portes du Soleil, and a chairlift a 7-minute drive

Inviting B&B on a terraced Fulham street. A big, tranquil blue and cream suite - with continental breakfast in the courtyard when sunny

Elegant apartment in the heart of the old town with a shared walled garden, swimming pool and restaurants a gentle stroll away