THE days of strolling serenely through a forest have long gone, for adventurous types anyway. Now you can swing through the trees and cover forest trails on two wheels.

Bring in 2012 with celebrations in Berkshire says JANE MEMMLER

Facelifted Blackpool Tower a soaring success says HILARY KIRBY

With Hallowe'en just a week away, why not get in the mood and book a stay in a spooky room, says JAMES ELLIS

TAKE the kids along to the miniature world of Legoland.

THREE days after our trip to Legoland, Charlie, four, had talked of little else (and he talks a lot).

WHILE lacking the pomp of the ceremonial carriage tour of the town recently afforded the French President and his headline-grabbing wife, a new heritage trail of Windsor and neighbouring Eton is a great way to sample the area’s historic charms, says Annabelle Thorpe.

When is a spa not a spa? When it’s a Michelin-star restaurant with treatments thrown in.

ANDREA Eames discovers an eco-friendly and relaxing way to take in the sights along the picturesque Kennet & Avon Canal in Berkshire…

THERE are few things more glamorous than taking a spin in a classic car.