Active England Blog

Christie, Conan Doyle, du Maurier, Austen - four literary titans, but what connects them all? Answer? The West Country.

The Lake District, or to many simply “The Lakes” or “Lakeland’, is arguably the jewel in England’s landscape crown.

If you’re after a fiction book set in the Cotswolds or a non-fiction tome to get you under the skin of...

In our book, this relatively small corner of South-Central England offers some of the best walking in the entire country.

Who doesn’t love visiting a castle to step back in time to a world of brave knights, royal banquets, and epic...

With over 4000 castles in the UK in various conditions from the beautifully restored fortresses to some that are more akin...

Chipping Campden is a small market town located in the Cotswold district of Gloucestershire, England. It is renowned for its picturesque...

A freshly baked scone, some clotted cream and some zingy, locally-made jam – all served with a steaming hot cup of...

We’ve found the best places to visit in the UK in the month of May, from lesser-known corners to must-see spots.

Whether you’re an Ale Aficionado or a Beginner to Bitter, there’s plenty of beer in the Cotswolds to sample.

As English as red telephone boxes, afternoon tea and cricket, beer is a vital thread in England’s history, heritage and tradition.

These gardens offer a tranquil space away from the hustle and bustle of the busy villages during the summer months.