London February Half Term 2026 Dates Confirmed
Plan your February 2026 half term in London. Get the official school holiday dates and discover top family activities, from the Young V&A's Aardman exhibition to the Southbank Centre's Imagine Festival.
Plan your February 2026 half term in London. Get the official school holiday dates and discover top family activities, from the Young V&A's Aardman exhibition to the Southbank Centre's Imagine Festival.
The new 'Vibrance' light and sound festival will illuminate five iconic City of London locations on January 29 & 30. Discover free installations and performances.
Explore the sandy beaches, fiery moules à l'éclade, and post-war architecture of Charente-Maritime. A family-friendly, budget-conscious alternative to the Île de Ré. Plan your French escape.
Discover the top five sunny destinations Brits are booking this January to escape the cold, from Egypt's Red Sea to Albania's Riviera. Beat the SAD with a winter holiday.
A brand-new free festival, Vibrance, will light up the City of London's historic landmarks with projections, VR and live music on January 29-30. Discover the full programme.
Discover eight stunning yet affordable seaside escapes across Europe for summer 2024, from the wild Costa de la Luz to the Aeolian Islands. Start planning your perfect beach getaway now.
Discover why the Snowy Mountains are a perfect summer destination. A local guide reveals hidden gems, from canoeing to platypus spotting, and the best food spots away from the winter crowds.
Planning your 2025 getaway? Protect your money and avoid travel pitfalls with our essential guide. Learn about Atol protection, payment safety, and why booking insurance early is crucial.
Virgin Atlantic will launch the first direct route from London Heathrow to Thailand's Phuket in October 2026, offering three weekly flights. Packages start from £999pp.
England's iconic Coast to Coast walk undergoes a major upgrade as a National Trail, with improved paths and signage to preserve it for future generations. Discover the route's enhancements.
Discover Pescara, a captivating Italian coastal city with 15°C March sunshine, £51 Ryanair flights, UNESCO-protected cuisine, and Adriatic beaches. Your perfect winter sun escape.
Discover Jules Verne's 2026 escorted tours featuring Egypt, Sri Lanka, Morocco, Uzbekistan & India. Small-group adventures with expert guides from £1,140pp. Book now.
Discover stunning, budget-friendly destination dupes for the Maldives, from Albania to Thailand. Plan your 2026 getaway without breaking the bank.
Sarajevo in Bosnia and Herzegovina tops TimeOut's ranking for cheapest European city breaks, with flights from £28 and a wealth of affordable culture, food, and nature.
Discover 50 unique travel destinations for 2026, from hidden Greek islands to scenic rail journeys, all recommended by Guardian readers. Start planning your next adventure today.
Travel expert Deborah Cicurel picks six experiential party breaks for 2026, from Rio's Carnival to a French ski music festival. Discover unique holidays to kickstart your year.
Trinity School in Shirley, Croydon, has unveiled major expansion plans to welcome girls for the first time, aiming for 1,400 pupils by 2031. Read the full details.
Three schoolboys suffered potentially serious injuries after falling from a double-decker bus window on Bolton Road. Emergency services, including an air ambulance, attended the scene.
A North London teacher has been banned from teaching for life after using his school's intranet to send sexual messages to a pupil. Read the full details of the case and the school's response.
Staff at Woodfield School in Brent announce seven more strike days after rejecting an offer to cut hours. The NEU warns the trust over using agency staff during industrial action.
The complete list of 2026 UK bank holidays has been confirmed, including a Boxing Day switch. Discover the dates and expert strategies to maximise your annual leave for extended breaks.
Massive savings on Disney and Universal Orlando tickets for 2026 holidays. Book by February 26 for discounts up to £500 on packages. Act now for magical deals!
Escape your phone with a stay in a secluded cabin near London. Unplugged offers tech-free breaks in the countryside to boost your mental wellbeing and creativity.
Discover incredible deals for a city break to Rome, including return flights and a four-star hotel from just £99 per person. Perfect for a winter escape.
Loveholidays launches a major sale with package holidays from just £17 per person per night. Deals include Portugal, Morocco, and Cyprus. Sale ends 8 Feb 2026. Book now!
easyJet launches budget flights from Gatwick to Reus, Spain from £42. Discover Gaudi's birthplace, vermouth capital & PortAventura theme park. Book your summer escape now!
A clever 2026 holiday hack shows UK workers how to turn 28 days of annual leave into 57 days off. Plan around bank holidays for extended breaks in April, May, and Christmas.
Discover unique learning holidays for 2026, from rock climbing in the Peak District to creative writing in Crete. Perfect for skill-building getaways with like-minded travellers.
Wizz Air launches new £19 flights from London Gatwick to Valencia, Spain's third city, voted the world's best place to live. Discover its beaches, culture and food.
As Inglewood's school district faces multiple closures under state receivership, lifelong residents and teachers fight to save their community's heart. Discover the battle behind the glitz of LA's 'City of Champions'.