We put ourselves on the spot with ten UK travel categories and share the places, journeys and moments we genuinely love after decades of travelling around the country. The conversation turns into a practical lesson on how to choose priorities for a first UK trip without getting overwhelmed.

• Favourite cities outside London, with York and Edinburgh highlights
• Best day trips from London, including Bath and multi-stop guided options
• Standout UK train journeys, from Settle to Carlisle to the Caledonian Sleeper
• British foods worth trying, including Scotch eggs and classic cakes
• Favourite churches and cathedrals, with Winchester, Salisbury and Canterbury
• Castles we recommend, from the Tower of London to Wales and Northumberland
• Wildlife and landscape moments, including puffins and Highland scenery
• Museums we never skip, from the V&A to the National Railway Museum
• Best seasons to visit the UK, comparing spring and early autumn
• One-place picks for first-time visitors, from Chatsworth to the Cotswolds

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📝 Show Notes - Episode 206

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