Journal

Fairlea Grange: A Characterful Welsh Escape for Big Group Getaways

If you love a house with personality, stories, and a touch of Gothic charm, Fairlea Grange in Abergavenny is exactly the kind of place that turns a weekend away into something special. Once the childhood home of author Ethel Lina White – whose book inspired Hitchcock’s The Lady Vanishes – this striking townhouse is now a welcoming, laid-back holiday home for 12–24 guests.

Myths & Legends of the Wye Valley

The Wye Valley doesn’t just look magical — it is magical. Between the ancient woodlands, dramatic cliffs and silent ruins, stories cling to this landscape like morning mist. If you’re visiting for a weekend, here are the legends that turn a simple walk into something far more atmospheric.

Bowley Hall at Christmas