Conwy Castle in Wales was recently named the most beautiful European castle by Condé Nast Traveller. I visited the 700-year-old castle in October and was impressed by how well-preserved it was. Having ...

Matt Lewis explores the fascinating history of Conwy Castle on the coast of North Wales. Towards the end of the turbulent and blood-soaked 13th century, King Edward I of England sought to impose his ...

It was a really enjoyable day where students from Ysgol Rhiwabon got the chance to climb the towers and walk the castle walls built by Edward I as part of his ‘ring of castles’. King Edward I and his ...

From its imposing medieval castle to its picturesque marina, from its quaint cobbled streets and welcoming pubs and restaurants to its rich history, this town is truly one of a kind. My stay at The ...

Jane Lavender is Executive Editor (Publishing) at the Mirror. Born in Barrow-in-Furness, which is described (by Jane) as the country's finest town, she is now a northerner in exile in London. I’ve ...

Feeling the pinch from the autumn cold and darkening evenings? A change of scenery could be just the ticket to brighten your mood. As the UK braces for chilly weather, adventurers can either chase the ...