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.
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Places To See
Cornish to the Core: Cornwall's Curious Heritage Attractions
A place of ancient legends and mystery, rugged coastline and quirky buildings, Cornwall has more than its fair share of curious heritage attractions.
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Gorgeous Galmpton
Nestled along the River Dart between the two coastal towns of Paignton (2.8 miles) and Brixham (3.1 miles), the quaint and historical village of Galmpton offers an enviable spot for soaking up the year-round delights of Torbay and Devon.
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Things To Do
UK Destinations with Something for Everyone
When holidaying as a group or large family, it’s important there is something for everyone during your time away.
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The 8 Wonders of North Devon
The world might only have 7 wonders, but North Devon has 8.
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Family Fun
Top Tips for Planning the Perfect Family Reunion
There are some great holiday cottages ideal for getting people together and holding the perfect family reunion. Are you going on holiday together because you just want a family gathering or is it to celebrate a significant date?
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Things To Do
Holidays in North Wales
You won’t be short of things to do and see during your holiday in North Wales. There are so many attractions that it would be impossible to fit it all into one break.
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Family Fun
Why Families Love Holidays in Dorset
Families love holidays in Dorset and many return year after year, simply because there are so many wonderful things to do. From water sports and fossil hunting to excellent beaches and stunning heritage sites, here are just a few of the things your…
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Things To Do
A Surfer’s Guide to the Cornish Coast
It’s a well-known fact that Cornwall is the home of surfing in the UK. At over four hundred miles, the Cornish coast is the longest continuous coastline in the country, more than 150 miles of which is Heritage Coast.
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Places To See
Wild and Wonderful: The Stunning Scenery of Wales
Wales offers an incredible choice of beautiful and stunning natural scenery, which is a big reason why a lot of people choose to spend their holidays there year after year. From breathtaking mountains and rugged coastline to huge sandy beaches and…
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Property Spotlight
Braegarth in Elterwater
When adding a new cottage to our group we tend to ask ourselves ‘Would we stay here ourselves?’ well when it comes to Braegarth, Elterwater the answer is a resounding ‘Yes’.S
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Places To See
Dog Friendly Holidays UK: The Top Ten
If you’re looking for dog friendly holidays UK locations should be at the top of your list. The country is full of great natural places to explore, and more and more attractions are becoming dog friendly.
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Things To Do
Four-legged Fun in Norfolk
The charms of Norfolk should be immediately obvious to any dog owner.
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