UK & Ireland

Dripping with grandeur and just a stone’s throw from Oxford, Blenheim Palace isn’t just a stately home - it’s a playground of history, scandal, and downright fabulous gardens. From Winston Churchill’s birthplace to blockbuster film sets and whispers of aristocratic drama, this UNESCO World Heritage gem is an unmissable stop on any Oxfordshire or Cotswolds trip.

Two days in Oxford means golden-stone colleges, lazy punts on the river, and more bookshop browsing than is probably healthy. From hidden courtyards to cosy LGBTQ+ friendly pubs, here’s how we explored this historic city with a camera in one hand and a flat white in the other.

Every August, the quiet seaside charm of Sidmouth bursts into life with the colour, music, and joy of the Sidmouth Folk Festival. From ceilidhs on the seafront to impromptu pub sessions and dazzling LGBTQ+ community events, here’s how we soaked up one of the UK’s most welcoming summer festivals.

Rolling hills, golden villages, and a surprising streak of queer history - this three-day road trip through the Cotswolds winds from Oxford to Bath, stopping at iconic spots like Blenheim Palace, Burford, and Bibury. Expect hidden LGBTQ+ stories, cosy pubs, country walks, and more charm than you can shake a scone at.

Roman ruins, Georgian charm, and rooftop spas - Bath is the kind of city that blends history and luxury effortlessly. In just 48 hours, you can dip into ancient thermal waters, sip cocktails in cosy LGBTQ+ bars, and snap photo-worthy crescents around every corner.

From Banksy trails and harbourside strolls to indie brunch spots and buzzing LGBTQ+ bars, here’s how we spent a picture-perfect 48 hours in our hometown of Bristol. Packed with personal tips, local favourites, and a dash of West Country charm, this guide is part love letter, part weekend itinerary.

Growing up in the shadow of the Ridgeway, I thought I knew it well until my husband and I set out to walk it. From Iron Age forts to white horses carved into chalk hills, here’s what we found along this ancient trail, with plenty of snacks, sheep, and soul-searching along the way.