Jacqui Paterson

The Crazy Bear, Stadhampton has having a facelift, and its Oak Restaurant is already looking mighty pretty. Muddy’s Jacqui Paterson dolls up for a dinner review.

Whether you’re planning for a trip to the regatta this summer or just fancy a weekend exploring this elegant Oxfordshire town, we know just the place to stay. Here’s our verdict on The Relais Henley.

Surrounded by farmland, nature reserves and country parks, this village has a bustling social calendar of clubs and community events. Part of our Top 260 Places To Live.

Pack those picnics (and probably an emergency raincoat), it’s open-air theatre season. Here are some of this summer’s very best outside offerings, from stage and screen.

Why you should visit Gaudi's Barcelona Right Now - the Catalan capital city is full of whimsical treasures from this visionary architect.

5 things to love about Iceland - this Nordic island may be small, but it's packed full of quirky and unique things to see and do.

Quirky things to do in Spain; tired of the usual tourist posts? Here are some of my favourite outside-of-the-box Spanish adventures

London Canals - a brief history of the UK's waterways, including their rescue and restoration, and some fun ideas of what to do on the canals

Where the temperatures are cold, but the welcome is warm.

Cliveden House luxury country house is an oasis of calm in the heart of the Berkshire countryside where the infamous Profumo Affair began

Paris Catacombs - think you've seen the City of Love? There's a world of underground tunnels filled with bones, right under your feet

What to do in Champagne and Reims, a city with stunning surrounding countryside, a fascinating history and - of course - the finest bubbly in the world.

Bali family holiday - why this friendly Indonesian island could be the ideal long-haul destination for your next family getaway

Family friendly accommodation near Legian Beach, Bali - Grand Bali Villa offers space, privacy and a private pool.