The Wollemi Pine at the Eden Project in Cornwall.

Where can I see a Wollemi pine in the UK?

The Wollemi pine, a rare "dinosaur tree" rediscovered in Australia, is now on display in the UK; find out exactly where to see this critically endangered species. To skip the explanation, and book tickets to the Eden Project, head this way. The history of the…
The beach at Lizard Point, Cornwall.

Is it safe to swim at Lizard Point Beach, Cornwall?

Lizard Point Beach in Cornwall, while scenic, is unsafe for swimming due to unpatrolled waters, strong currents, large breaking waves, and the risk of being cut off by the tide. Britain’s southernmost beach Lizard Point Beach in Cornwall is the southernmost beach on mainland Britain.…
A monkey on my car at Longleat.

Will the monkeys at Longleat damage your car?

The Monkey Jungle at Longleat Safari Park is tremendous fun – but many of the laughs come from watching other people’s cars being attacked. The first safari outside Africa Longleat Safari Park near Warminster in Wiltshire was a genuine pioneer when it opened in 1966.…
York's city walls and York Minster.

Why overseas tourists shouldn’t miss out on Yorkshire

Many of England’s most enjoyable tourist attractions are in Yorkshire. Visitors from overseas should make time to see them, rather than heading straight for Edinburgh. The train through Yorkshire As the camera-toting hordes pack into London, then take the train up to Edinburgh for the…