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Pargeting

This art of decorative plastering is a regular feature of buildings across Suffolk.

Impenetrable

Dom Tulett travelled to Uganda as part of his prize for winning the 2016 Bradt New Travel Writer of the Year award. This is Dom’s account of that unforgettable trip.

The Gambia’s best birdwatching sites

Close to 600 species of bird have been recorded in The Gambia. To be in with the best chance of spotting some of them, you should head to one of these sites. 

The Stone Circles of Senegambia

Author Philip Briggs explores these ancient stone circles, each one reminiscent of a miniature Stonehenge, which form one of Africa’s most enigmatic and intriguing archaeological relicts.

Chimpanzee Rehabilitation Project

Author Philip Briggs describes the work of The Gambia’s Chimpanzee Rehabilitation Project.

 

What’s in a name? A historical tour of Freetown

Uncover the international influences of Freetown’s past with our historical tour of the capital.

Witch hunting in Sherbro, Sierra Leone

With a fearsome reputation and spellbinding show, the special powers of the Shenge will leave you mesmerised.

Walking on Minchinhampton Common

There are walks that get you from A to B, hikes that form a stretch of long-distance trail and then there are easy-going walks for no purpose other than to lift the soul. A walk on Minchinhampton Common does just that.

Outdoor adventure in Transylvania

If you’re looking for an action-packed activity holiday Transylvania is the place for you.

14 European national parks that you’ve probably never heard of

There are many national parks in Europe that remain fairly unknown. Here you can discover 14 of the best. Why miss out on visiting somewhere spectacular?