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The British seaside spirit lives on – but it is where political tides can turn
Steven MacKenzie

The British seaside spirit lives on – but it is where political tides can turn

The paint on the piers may be a little flaky, but the charm of the seaside still shines bright

Top 5 holiday romance novels chosen by author Kimberly Campanello
Books

Top 5 holiday romance novels chosen by author Kimberly Campanello

Want your poolside reading to come with an edge? Look no further

Sea, a paddle and an ice cream on the prom: Celebrating the golden age of the great British seaside
British summer

Sea, a paddle and an ice cream on the prom: Celebrating the golden age of the great British seaside

The faded grandeur of British seaside towns reflects the times, but their social legacy lives on. Scroll down for details of a new photography exhibition, and to vote on your favourite British seaside resort

Free and cheap things to do with the kids over the 2024 summer holidays
Cost of living

Free and cheap things to do with the kids over the 2024 summer holidays

Summer holiday childcare costs surge to more than £1,000 per child: ‘Stressed out to the max’
Childcare

Summer holiday childcare costs surge to more than £1,000 per child: ‘Stressed out to the max’

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I’m on holiday, my hotel is cursed and I have a crush on a Spanish game show host
Lucy Sweet

I’m on holiday, my hotel is cursed and I have a crush on a Spanish game show host

A lifetime of summer Fridays: What is the nine-day fortnight?
Employment

A lifetime of summer Fridays: What is the nine-day fortnight?

I enjoyed my time in an idyllic place. But the old battles remain
Opinion

I enjoyed my time in an idyllic place. But the old battles remain