Yorkshire is home to some of the most charming and picturesque villages in the UK. From the cobbled streets of Haworth to the thatched cottages of Thornton-le-Dale, there is no shortage of quaint and idyllic settings to explore. Each village has its own unique character and history, offering visitors a glimpse into traditional English country life.

“Nobody can discover the world for somebody else. Only when we discover it for ourselves does it become common ground and a common bond and we cease to be alone.” – Wendell Berry

Christmas is over, so Valentine's Day must be round the corner, and in anticipation of that, here are some of the most romantic weekend getaways in the US. 

Outside, a storm is raging: Rain is clattering on the dormer, and the huge pine tree in the front garden is bending ever lower towards the house. One day it will snap, but hopefully not today.  Sometimes that's all we can pray for, "Not today please". And yet this is peaceful compared with the noise we have experienced over the last few days. We are in Normandie at present, and this weekend there has been a huge agricultural show in the area with around half a million visitors: Most of whom seemed to walk straight past our gate.

The UK is world renowned for its beautiful scenery, with miles of rolling hills, dramatic cliffs, ancient woodlands and wonderful coastal paths.

It’s also pretty well-known for its temperamental weather. There is a saying, "If you don't like the weather, wait a few minutes, and it will change", so before you head off on any walking holiday, make sure you’ve packed some of the most important essentials!

 
Original Photo by Phil Parsons -  CC-BY-SA 3.0

As far as walks go, the Offa’s Dyke walk has an incredible tale to tell. It follows Offa’s Dyke, the longest of Britain’s archaeological monuments, and crosses the border of England and Wales more than 10 times, but it's not for the faint-hearted.  If you follow the whole trail it will take you over an incredible 176 miles (283 kilometres), on a journey through some of the United Kingdom’s most beautiful countryside, including 3 designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.