Discover the secrets of ... the perfect weekend break.

When it all gets a bit too much, a weekend break provides the perfect excuse to leave everything behind and indulge in a little rest and relaxation. Whether it's a treat, escape or romantic break, there's nothing like spending a couple of days away from the worries of everyday life.

With rich history, vibrant culture, sweeping landscapes and buzzing metropolises just waiting to be explored right on our doorstep, you don't even have to leave the country. Plus, a weekend break in the UK is more environmentally friendly and you won't have to desparately flick through a foreign dictionary just to order a bottle of wine...

But how to know where to go? Click on the categories below to find out what these fair shores have to offer.

Foodies and Romantics

Surrounded by beautiful unspoiled countryside, Ludlow is often hailed the food and drink centre of the UK, with more top-quality restaurants than anywhere in Britain outside London. The Festival of Food and Drink is celebrated annually and the town is also passionate about the Slow Food movement. There are countless small independent food and drink producers committed to locally-sourced, 'real' food, as well as independent, specialist food shops, a farmers' market, open air market and farm shops.