UK

London steals the limelight when it comes to city breaks in the UK, but the great British explorer shouldn’t stop there. Aside from fellow capitals Edinburgh and Cardiff, there’s also the great Northern English cities of Newcastle, Liverpool and Manchester to discover – each with their own unique legacies (often musical!). And down south lively coastal towns Brighton and Bournemouth combine great beaches with hip bars and boutiques. Keep reading for our UK coverage…

In The Zone: Camden Town, London

It was in Camden's Electric Ballroom venue that Sid Vicious gave his now infamous "Sid Sods Off" concert to raise money for his and Nancy's flights to the US, although that's not the only reason...

Long Weekend: Bournemouth

So good it’s got its own Monopoly set, local expert Suzi Dixon says we should take a Chance on Bournemouth, and enjoy not just its coast, but the culture and food of this increasingly trendy resort town. What is actually in Bournemouth beyond the beach? With seven miles of award-winning…

Bartitsu: Fight Like A (Gentle)Man

Sherlock Holmes used it to defeat Moriaty at the Reisenbach Falls, but what exactly is Bartitsu and is it still relevant today? We arm Michael Bailey with a cloak, umbrella and top hat and send him to find out… After not contributing to Urban Travel Blog for some time I…

Long Weekend: Edinburgh

With its imperious castle, famed Fringe fest, a diverse nightlife and cosmopolitan kitchen, Edinburgh has everything going for it but the weather. Grab a brolley then, and let Steven Blyth steer you towards the best stop-offs and sights… The ‘Athens of the North’ may not compete with its namesake by…

Long Weekend: Cardiff

Cardiff, or Caerdydd if you’re Welsh, is the capital of Wales and the 10th largest city in the UK. The patriotic Welsh are very proud of their national capital and, whilst English may have long become the lingua franca, the city is still firmly in touch with its Welsh roots.