With more than 4,500 square feet of living space, The Knook on the Isle of Wight has five bedrooms and sleeps 12, so is perfect for an English island holiday on a grand scale.The Knook comes with its own cinema, games room, hot tub, sauna, a quarter of an acre of gardens and a gr...

For the ultimate relaxing summer’s afternoon, visit the Doubletree by Hilton in Cambridge to enjoy one of the new four-course afternoon teas while looking out over the beautiful River Cam. There are the Byron and Hartnell afternoon teas for adults

Getting the children back to school after the summer break can be stressful so a short stay at Augill Castle in Cumbria is just the place to regain your equilibrium. There are 15 acres of landscaped grounds to explore before you even venture out

’s finest crescent”). It is a splendid setting from which to explore the city, and the elegant hotel offers events throughout the summer months.For details, visit www.royal crescent.co.ukLook at Junior's guide to Brilliant city breaks in our Travel section.

of activities on offer or places to stay within the UK.Yes, the weather can be temperamental at times, but it doesn’t rain constantly. In any case, Britain is a great family holiday destination whatever the weather. Children can have just as much fun exploring

There is a growing demand for family breaks outside the main summer season. The ferry company Wightlink has launched a new online guide – Not the Beach Again – To cater for families looking for something different on the Isle of Wight.The Wightlink

Recently refurbished with high-quality contemporary furnishings throughout, it sleeps up to six people. There’s a private courtyard with barbecue, and guests are free to explore the grounds’ manicured lawns, woodland and summer house; an adjoining

mocktail on arrival and a 15-minute Internet account.A year-round (except Christmas and summer) Family Affair package offers a second room for two children up to 16 at half price. Children under three eat for free and children aged four to 12 eat half

With our unpredictable British summer, there's always a chance that our fabulous array of family musical festivals can turn into something of a wash-out. Never fear, however, as we all have the Great British spirit and the motto to Keep Calm

, sustainable and ecotourism destination, Ard Nahoo has a full range of chill-out breaks, retreats and holistic treatments. For 2009, they have launched an eco family retreat summer workshop with a children’s yoga theatre, a fairy gardening workshop course