Many bypass Arnside and Silverdale, touching Morecambe Bay to the west and the Lake District to the north, on their journey along the M6 motorway. Detour to this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AOBN) — one of the smallest in the UK — and you’re in for a surprise. The region spans just 29sq miles, but its diversity belies its humble size, with woodland, limestone hills and a coastal area all linked by a network of paths. Trails start right from Arnside station, which has direct rail connections to Lancaster and Manchester and e-bikes available for rental at Ease E Ride.
Head to Warton Crag, a local nature reserve on the southern edges of the AONB, home to a limestone hill among gnarly, weather-beaten woodland. The crag is the highest point in the area and offers magnificent views of summits in the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales, but tear your eyes away from distant peaks and you’ll find its most special sight: butterflies. The reserve is home to some of the UK’s rarest species, including the pearl-bordered fritillary. Keen hikers can continue north to Arnside, at the mouth of the Kent Estuary. If visiting during a particularly high tide, head down to the seafront to watch the impressive tidal bore roll in from Morecambe Bay.
Further inland, Heron Corn Mill in Beetham provides an alternative for rainy days. Dating back to 1740, the working watermill is now a community hub hosting regular events, from craft workshops to open days. After each milling demonstration visitors can buy a few bags of their freshly ground flour.
With the largest reed bed in northwest England, Leighton Moss harbours a wealth of wildlife, from marsh harriers and egrets to elusive otters. During the colder months, visitors gather to watch thousands of starlings, which swoop and swirl in murmurations through the dusk sky before descending to roost among the reeds.
When winter draws in, there’s no finer place for a sunset stroll than Summerhouse Hill on Leighton Hall Estate. At the top, sweeping views take in Morecambe Bay and the snow-capped summits of Lakeland beyond. At the foothills, the 18th-century country house hosts a series of events during the festive season, including wreath-making workshops and candle-lit tours.
Arnside is also the starting point for walks across Morecambe Bay to the attractive town of Grange-over-Sands. While the tidal crossing can be notoriously treacherous, visitors can safely navigate the sands with a royally appointed chaperon — the King’s Guide to the Sands, a position that dates back to 1548. Today, walks are organised by the Guide over Sands Trust and led by local fisherman Michael Wilson during the summer months.
A short drive from the village of Yealand Redmayne, Brackenthwaite Holidays
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Illinois is brimming with festive activities and unique experiences, promising to be the go-to destination for an unforgettable winter experience. Lean into the holiday season in December, partake in outdoor winter activities and meet the Bald Eagles of Illinois in January, and indulge in Chicago’s theatre scene and automotive heritage in February.
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A few years ago, at a reception at the Polish embassy in Bern, Switzerland, an elderly Jewish man pulled the ambassador aside and relayed an unbelievable story. They were standing on holy ground, the man said, a place where near-secret acts of heroism played out during World War II. Intrigued, the ambassador, Jakob Kumoch, tasked his staff with looking into the man’s claims. Soon, an incredible history emerged.
To reach the top of the Waldspritz sledding run above the village of Grindelwald in the Swiss Alps, I hiked 90 minutes into the backcountry, dragging a small runnered sled by a rope to roughly 7,400 feet.
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The second London SELECT Marketplace at the Rosewood Hotel – brought over 80 of the top-producing advisors from across the relevant UK business units to meet with key partners and suppliers.
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Spectacular views come as standard at this comfortable home set on the banks of Loch Lochy on the outskirts of Fort William. Opposite the house, the auburn slopes of the Great Glen rise up above the loch, with the Nevis Range – offering breathtaking hiking and skiing – just 15 minutes’ drive away. The house sleeps six, with an open-plan living space and outdoor decked area complete with patio heater, making it possible to cosy up outside and enjoy the views even on the wintriest of days. It’s an ideal base for exploring the west coast. The village of Spean Bridge – home to one of Scotland’s best restaurants, Corriegour Lodge – is just 10 minutes’ drive. A week from £1,300; millhousecottages.co.uk