A weekly dose of travel inspiration, this week including really small museums and alternative summer plans
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Armchair adventures are back

 
 
  We’re returning with a weekly supply of travel inspiration whether you’re ready to plan a break or are just looking for some digital escapism. This week we’re focusing on some of the UK’s best loved and lesser known gems - from travel writers’ alternative summer plans to following in the footsteps of Wilkie Collins or Enid Blyton.  
 
 
   
 

My alternative summer

Travel writers on their UK plans

Take inspiration from these travel writers who are swapping globe-trotting for adventure closer to home this summer.
 

10 of Britain’s best small museums

Chosen by readers

These unusual museums, dedicated to knitting, 2-Tone and more, prove that size isn’t everything.
 

Scottish highland railways

Depart from July 2021

One of our most popular UK tours, experience some of Scotland’s finest scenery by rail on this journey through the highlands.
 

Five great British walks with a literary twist

The write path

Follow in the footsteps of famous writers on walks through the Yorkshire Dales, Cornwall and the Dorset coast which inspired Enid Blyton.
 

Devonshire coast & Dartmoor

Departures from August 2021

Discover the natural beauty, charming coastal villages and work of local artisans on this new smaller group tour.
 

Classic travel guidebooks to inspire

Literary trips

Travel writers pick the vintage guides which have inspired their travels around the UK from iconic Shell Guides to Wilkie Collins’ rambles.
 

50 favourite places in the UK

From the archives

Still looking for inspiration? In 2019 we asked 50 writers to share their favourite places across these fascinating islands, here are their choices.
 

Plan your own UK escape

New tours, cottage breaks and more

Explore our range of classic UK tours and small group adventures or book a great value cottage break.
 
 
 
 
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