January 2008 News Archive

Roman fort unearthed
The discovery of a Roman fort could prompt an increase in the number of visitors flocking to Cornwall every year..............more

Added On 31st Jan 2008

Lake District: 'Honeymoon heaven'
Newlyweds looking for the perfect honeymoon destination in the UK should look to romance of the Lake District.............more

Added On 31st Jan 2008

Blackpool celebrates Veteran Day win
Bed and breakfast accommodation in Blackpool is likely to be in high demand later this year as the seaside town has been chosen as the host for this year's National Veterans Day..............more

Added On 30th Jan 2008

Love in Eden
Love is in the air for visitors to Cornwall's Eden Project this Valentine's Day..............more

Added On 30th Jan 2008

Savvy visitors use the web for B&B bookings
Visitors to Cornwall's bed and breakfast, hotel and self-catering accommodation are increasingly using the internet to book their trip, new research has found..............more

Added On 29th Jan 2008

We do like to be beside the seaside
Seaside resorts like Blackpool have evolved to offer visitors all they could possibly want from a perfect UK holiday, the British Resorts and Destination Association (Brada) has claimed..............more

Added On 29th Jan 2008

Oxford gearing up for literary festival
A national literary festival will open up plenty of opportunities for bed and breakfast trade in Oxfordshire this spring..............more

Added On 28th Jan 2008

Get on yer bike in the Lakes
A cycling holiday is one of the best ways to see the Lake District in all its glory..............more

Added On 28th Jan 2008

Thrill-seeking Brits seek adventure experiences
Britons are increasingly looking for a holiday to remember..............more

Added On 27th Jan 2008

Eco-friendly Cornwall 'heaven on earth'
Cornwall has been described as a little piece of English 'heaven' by a leading environmentalist..............more

Added On 26th Jan 2008

Burns night treat for airport passengers
People flying in or out of Edinburgh airport today are being served the "fastest" Burns suppers in Scotland this evening..............more

Added On 25th Jan 2008

Fancy a trip to Oxford? You're 'virtually' already there
People wanting to discover more about Oxford before they visit now have an ideal solution - and it's just one click away..............more

Added On 25th Jan 2008

Fall in love with Devon this Valentine's day
People looking to whisk their partner off to a romantic B&B in the countryside should look no further than south Devon this February..............more

Added On 24th Jan 2008

UK tourism set for growth
UK tourism will witness continued growth in 2008, it has been claimed, with B&Bs, self-catering and hotel accommodation all likely to see increases in trade..............more

Added On 24th Jan 2008

Cornwall stoked for year of tidal action
One of the biggest events in the global surfing calendar is set to hit more locations on the Cornish coast than ever during 2008..............more

Added On 23rd Jan 2008

Blackpool musical treasure gets new lease of life
One of Blackpool's most famous icons is set to make a glorious comeback at the end of March..............more

Added On 23rd Jan 2008

Three peaks climbers urged to tread carefully
People heading to the Lake District to take part in the Three Peaks Challenge are being warned to respect both the natural habitat and the locals living nearby..............more

Added On 22nd Jan 2008

Edinburgh's bid to be on the board
Visitors to Edinburgh are being urged to vote for the city to be included in a worldwide version of Monopoly..............more

Added On 22nd Jan 2008

Wordsworth on the web
The Lake District's link with William Wordsworth is a huge draw for thousands of visitors choosing to stay in the area's many B&Bs every year..............more

Added On 21st Jan 2008

Blackpool conjures up Magic Convention
Blackpool is aiming to work its magic in February as the host town of the one of the most important events in the conjuring calendar..............more

Added On 21st Jan 2008

Scottish capital 'streets ahead' for culture
Edinburgh is one of the best places in the UK to indulge in some cultural pursuits, Edinburgh Evening News reports..............more

Added On 20th Jan 2008

Beautiful Blencathra 'Britain's best kept secret'
A mountain in the Lake District has been named the site of one of Britain's most beautiful views..............more

Added On 19th Jan 2008

Edinburgh promises sweet dreams
People looking for a good night's sleep in one of Edinburgh's many B&Bs and hotels should sleep much more soundly in future as Scottish health experts are currently leading the way into sleep research..............more

Added On 18th Jan 2008

Blackpool lights in spring clear out
Some of Blackpool's most famous illuminations are to be sold as part of a spring clean, it has emerged..............more

Added On 18th Jan 2008

Economy 'could boost short UK breaks'
Extra financial pressure on many UK households could prompt a surge in short breaks and holidays in the UK this year, it has emerged..............more

Added On 17th Jan 2008

Dolphin rescued on Cornish coast
The Cornish coastline is well-known for its diverse range of wildlife but this week locals discovered a surprising visitor washed up on one of the county's beaches..............more

Added On 17th Jan 2008

Britain best for B&Bs
A bed and breakfast in Cornwall has been voted one of the best in the world..............more

Added On 16th Jan 2008

Edinburgh: A city to return to
The majority of people who have taken a short break to Edinburgh recently say they would make a return trip within two years, new research has found..............more

Added On 16th Jan 2008

Blackpool building all lit up
Blackpool is renowned for its multi-coloured seafront illuminations; now, one of the town's most historic buildings is also set to get a special eco-friendly lighting treatment..............more

Added On 15th Jan 2008

Boarders brave monster waves
While many visitors to Cornwall hit the beach as soon as they arrive, few people will ever get the chance to witness, let alone ride, the incredible waves experienced this week in Penzance..............more

Added On 15th Jan 2008

Explore UK culture, Britons urged
Britons are being encouraged to incorporate cultural activities into their weekend and short breaks in England..............more

Added On 14th Jan 2008

Put your best foot forward with a Devon walking break
As the cold winter weather soon makes way for spring sunshine, visitors to Devon's many B&Bs, hotels and self-catering accommodation may be interested in getting to grips with the great outdoors by taking a countryside walk..............more

Added On 14th Jan 2008

Royal Lancashire show 'a boost for tourism'
Up to 60,000 visitors are expected to flock to Lancashire for the county's annual agricultural show this year..............more

Added On 13th Jan 2008

How to get married, Scottish-style
For many the beauty of the Scottish highlands provides the perfect panorama for tying the knot, with thousands of people from all over the world choosing to stay in Scotland for their wedding nuptials..............more

Added On 12th Jan 2008

Falmouth 'set to cruise in to the big time'
A Devon port could soon see some of the biggest cruise ships in the world, it has emerged..............more

Added On 11th Jan 2008

A New Year stocktake for Edinburgh zoo
Edinburgh zoo attracts millions of visitors per year but this time its time for its animal keepers to do a head count of a different kind..............more

Added On 11th Jan 2008

Crikey! It's the Cribbar
Thousands of visitors flock to Cornwall each year to sample the county's renowned Atlantic waves; but one daredevil surfer has taken things even further, by braving Britain's biggest wave - The Cribbar..............more

Added On 10th Jan 2008

Bathe in the beauty of the Lake District
Cumbria Tourism hopes to set a new world record by setting up the world's highest luxury bath - as part of the county's brand new marketing campaign..............more

Added On 10th Jan 2008

Railway future in locals' hands
The fate of a railway line between Edinburgh and the border regions is in the hands of the public, it has emerged..............more

Added On 9th Jan 2008

Blackpool 'UK home of entertainment'
An entertainer who started out his career in Blackpool has described the fondness he has for the seaside town, claiming it "will always have a special place" in his heart..............more

Added On 9th Jan 2008

Edinburgh Marathon gets new sponsor
A new sponsor has been unveiled as the backer for the annual Edinburgh Marathon, which is one of the city's most popular events..............more

Added On 8th Jan 2008

Blackpool headland set to open
A second promenade headland in Blackpool could be opened to the public inj time for the summer season, it has been announced..............more

Added On 8th Jan 2008

More accommodation set for Newquay
Cornwall's capital of surfing, Newquay, is set to get a major boost from an increase in development in the town..............more

Added On 7th Jan 2008

Cold snap brings avalanche risk in Lake District
The Lake District may be at its most beautiful at this time of year, but authorities are warning travellers not to be fooled by the picturesque scenes into taking unnecessary risks..............more

Added On 7th Jan 2008

Soap cliff-hanger has serious safety message
A Cumbrian tourist attraction is hoping that a dramatic soap storyline filmed in the Lake District will encourage the thousands of visitors to take more care on the fells this year..............more

Added On 6th Jan 2008

Pop over to Cornwall for a local cuppa
Visitors staying in one of Cornwall's many B&Bs and hotels will soon be able to enjoy a cup of locally-grown coffee - the first ever to be made from beans grown in the UK..............more

Added On 5th Jan 2008

Devon holiday cottage in demand
A 15th century holiday cottage featured in the latest adaptation of Jane Austen's classic novel Sense and Sensibility has become hot property after viewers fell in love with its rural charms..............more

Added On 4th Jan 2008

Edinburgh airport approved to allow more bags
Edinburgh airport has been given approval by the UK government to allow more than one piece of hand luggage..............more

Added On 4th Jan 2008

Oxford leads the way for film breaks
Movie buffs should indulge themselves in the growing trend of film tourism and head to Oxford to tour round some of the city's most famous on-screen locations..............more

Added On 3rd Jan 2008

Edinburgh Hogmanay celebrations 'have long future'
An Edinburgh councillor has denied suggestions that the city's world-renowned Hogmanay celebrations could be scrapped..............more

Added On 3rd Jan 2008

Beer: Once tasted never forgotten
People looking to take a short break in one of Devon's many hotels or B&Bs this year should consider the unspoilt fishing village of Beer - recently voted as one of the best holiday getaways..............more

Added On 2nd Jan 2008

'Potter effect' boosts visitor numbers
Visitors from around the world have flocked to the Lake District's many hotels and B&Bs in recent months, thanks to the global box-office success of the film Miss Potter..............more

Added On 2nd Jan 2008

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