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Newcastle’s coolest coffee bars, tea rooms

Newcastle is well known for its beer. Less famous is its coffee and tea culture. Not only does the city have a long-established tea blender, Ringtons, but it also features a growing number of artisanal coffee roasters. Tea rooms and cafés are the new cool…
Kyle Coleman
December 7, 2015

A subway tour of Glasgow: The world’s third oldest system

Glasgow’s subway loop is the world’s third oldest underground train system. The circuit leads you round to sparkling museums, bijou tea rooms, chic indie stores and legendary sporting venues. Glasgow city centre Kicking off your tour at Buchanan Street or St. Enoch stations will put…
Kyle Coleman
December 4, 2015

A day out in Nottingham for families

Thanks to its location in the East Midlands, Nottingham provides families with a great base for exploring central England. You’ll find a handful of family friendly outdoor areas, theme parks and farms in the surrounding countryside. Here’s a look at our favourites. Sherwood Forest The…
Kyle Coleman
December 2, 2015

Discover Newcastle without spending money

For a relatively small city, Newcastle is packed with things to see and do. Many of them are free, so you can have fun and save money. Newcastle's museums and galleries Baltic contemporary art space gives you stunning rooftop views over the River Tyne. First…
Kyle Coleman
November 11, 2015

Visiting Brussels without emptying your wallet

A trip to Brussels doesn’t have to cost you a fortune, and saving money doesn’t have to mean sitting in a park all day. With a few insider’s tips, you can visit museums, join a walking tour or listen to music, all without spending a…
Kyle Coleman
October 30, 2015

The ultimate guide for Nottingham’s best pubs

A pint of real ale is essential to the classic British pub-going experience. In Nottingham you can even enjoy one at an authentic medieval inn. Any of the city’s oldest taverns provides a perfect backdrop for sampling hoppy cask ales and craft beers from local…
Kyle Coleman
October 23, 2015

Glasgow: City of rock, pop and folk music

Raucous rock shows, classical concerts, traditional Scottish music in local pubs... There’s so much live music in Glasgow you can practically see the notes rising from the skyline and floating out over the River Clyde. UNESCO City Of Music A UNESCO City of Music, Glasgow…
Kyle Coleman
October 19, 2015

Discover Newcastle’s best sights and secrets

Small, friendly and easy to walk around, Newcastle has lots to see from a medieval castle to modern art galleries. But where are the best places to get that panoramic shot or bird’s-eye view? “New Castle” From the top of the Norman Castle Keep, you…
Kyle Coleman
September 30, 2015

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