Welcome to our Holiday Blog

Enjoy reading through articles written by the Original Cottages team. There’s plenty here to keep you interested and inspired, with hot tips on what to see and do, where to eat and of course, recommendations of our favourite cottages to stay in! So get stuck in and let our ideas help you plan your next cottage holiday. We’d also love to hear from you, do get in touch at hello@originalcottages.co.uk and let us know about the amazing UK places you think we should write about.


386 Articles found


June 9, 2014
The rich purple moss of the Yorkshire Dales with the heavens above.
Property Spotlight

Much Moor Yorkshire: Dales Cottages You’ll Love

The Yorkshire Dales National Park has taken countless centuries to reach its current beautiful form. The wind, rain, and occasional ice age has created a rugged landscape that 20,000 people call home, and thousands more visit every year.
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June 5, 2014
Property Spotlight

Traditional Cottages, Cornwall Style

There are many excellent Cornish holiday cottages to stay in: airy apartments with stunning sea views, sympathetic barn conversions that are now fully refurbished and brought completely up to date.
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June 2, 2014
Silhouette of a dog with its paws in the sea as the sun rises
Things To Do

Five Unforgettable Dog Walks in the West Country

The West Country is one of the most spectacular parts of the UK, and a great place to go walking. The best way to do it is on the South Coast Path.
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May 31, 2014
Landscape view of Cumbria
Family Fun

Cumbria: a County for Kids

The county of Cumbria is definitely a place for kids.
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May 27, 2014
The rocky coastline of North Devon
Places To See

Ilfracombe: A North Devon Gem

On the North Devon coast lies Ilfracombe. A town that at times has been a fishing community, trade port, safe port, and pioneering holiday resort.
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May 24, 2014
Cottage with a swimming pool on the coast
Property Spotlight

Cottages With Swimming Pools: the Summer Must Have

It’s often seen as the ultimate holiday luxury – a holiday home with your own pool.
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May 20, 2014
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Changing Travel Habits Within The UK

The rise of business trips and visiting friends and family Younger people are more likely to extend business trips into personal holidays, unlike their peers, according to one study. Additionally, 80% of young people.
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May 18, 2014
Man fishing in a lake
Things To Do

Fishing Holidays in the River Ribble

The River Ribble is one of the most popular places for fishing holidays in the UK. Along its 75 mile length you can find dozens of great spots to cast your line and haul in a wide range of different fish.
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May 15, 2014
Share a moment together in stunning surroundings
Things To Do

Romantic Breaks in Breathtaking Places

Romantic breaks should be even more special than your normal holidays. They are times for you as a couple, and are all about shared experiences, creating memories that the two of you will cherish for a lifetime, so the setting must be perfect.
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May 13, 2014
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17 Ways To Spend The Perfect Weekend In The English Riviera

Let’s go to the English Riviera 1. If you arriving at Torquay train station saunter along Torquay seafront Be sure not to spend too long in Torquay’s train station! Head straight to the seafront and follow it around!
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May 11, 2014
Places To See

The Best Thing About Holidays in Lancashire

Lancashire is a county that cries out to be explored.
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May 10, 2014
Beautiful coastline, green foliage in the foreground with clear blue seas in the back.
Property Spotlight

Five Coastal Cottages That Will Take Your Breath Away

As an island nation we’re blessed with hundreds of miles of wonderful coastline, from the rugged shores of Cornwall to the long swathes of golden sand along the Norfolk coast
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