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Rhiannon Batten

Rhiannon Batten is a journalist and author with a focus on travel, sustainability, design, food and parenting. Follow her on Twitter @rhiannonbatten

July 2024

  • rhiannon batten campwild scotland

    ‘Walking away from the world in Scotland’: an easier way to plan long Highlands hikes

    A new website aims to give people more confidence on multi-day, self-guided hikes, and sees our writer – who’d previously had to abandon a wild camping trip in the area – return in triumph

June 2024

  • Vikos Gorge, Greece

    Our epic family adventure hiking through Greece’s Vikos gorge

    A rail trip across Europe to the spectacular Zagori region of Greece is the perfect bonding experience for the writer and her 11-year-old son

January 2024

  • The Beachhouse cafe in Devon

    On the menu for 2024 … 20 chefs and food writers pick their dream meals across Europe

    From roast goat in Greece to rhubarb cake in Romania, we ask the experts where they’ll be going for their culinary fix this year

December 2023

  • Taigh Whin, Scotland Nestled between majestic mountains and sandy shores on Scotland’s west coast, the two-bedroom cottage and stand-alone bothy studio at Taigh Whin There are spectacular views across to the Isle of Skye, amazing walks and swims, and the lack of light pollution means dazzling displays of the aurora borealis when conditions are right.

    Highland refuge: Scotland’s serene, socially-conscious hideaway

    A beautiful new holiday let with an unusual ethos offers solitude, space to reflect, brilliant walks and views to the Isle of Skye

November 2023

  • Burning of the Clavie

    From stargazing to a festival of fire: five activities to light up the UK’s dark winter months

    Travel and wildlife writers share their favourite places to revel in the dark of winter

August 2023

  • Cartoon-style illustration of various sexual practices

    Don’t feel pressured, learn to ‘simmer’ and keep experimenting: how to have great sex at every stage of life

    Expert tips on a fun, fulfilling sex life – for teenagers, octogenarians and anyone in between

March 2023

  • Gladstone’s Library, in Hawarden, north Wales

    From book butlers to library sleepovers: 10 great UK places to stay for book lovers

    To celebrate World Book Day we’ve picked 10 lovely literary retreats for bookworms

January 2023

  • Dining room at Ten Hill Place hotel

    10 of the best charity holiday stays in the UK

    Book into one of these brilliantly located cottages, apartments, bothies and hotels and you’ll be contributing to a worthy cause too

October 2022

  • The Flying Scotsman

    Steam trains, shipwrecks and Peter Pan’s garden: 10 great UK family days out for half-term and autumn

    Exploring ice tunnels, apple pressing and dolphin spotting are just a few of our ideas to keep kids happy

September 2022

  • swimmers leaping into open air pool

    ‘Today is a magic moment’: Bath’s 207-year-old lido reopens after four decades of neglect

    Opened in Jane Austen’s lifetime and recently saved from demolition, Cleveland Pools will welcome swimmers for a short autumn season before making a big splash next spring

July 2022

  • Rhiannon Batten on a Somerset Food Trail Bruton Bike hire © Robin Balme

    Cheese, cider, cycling: a tasty tour of the West Country

    Following the Somerset Food Trail by e-bike offers the chance to meet growers and makers, enjoy beautiful scenery, and sample delicious local produce

June 2022

  • An overhead shot of the legs of a woman with her feet in a paddling pool

    Summer on a budget
    From sundae stations to snorkel trails – 30 ideas for cheap fun this summer

    A great summer doesn’t need to cost a fortune – or anything, in fact. All you need is our wallet-friendly guide

May 2022

  • Deep Dale 25 May 2013 RB 02<br>Cowslips and early-purple orchids flowering on the upper slopes of the Plantlife Nature Reserve at Deep Dale, Derbyshire. Taken from OS grid reference SK167700, facing south-west.

    Follow the buzz: the best UK wildflower spectacles this summer

  • Volunteer guide Lily Thomson at Verdant Works in Dundee

    10 UK attractions where the guides bring history to life

April 2022

  • Rhiannon, boys and guide Nigel in a coracle

    A coracle ride down the River Severn – and back in time

    A family test drives a new project through Ironbridge and into the Industrial Revolution, when the little, basket-shaped boats plied the river

July 2021

  • Teals, farm shop and restaurant just off the A303 near South Cadbury

    Five emerging food and drink destinations for a short UK break

    Talented producers and chefs are working wonders with top-quality local ingredients in these regions. We pick the best places to eat, shop and stay

May 2021

  • The Sheppey Inn, Glastonbury, Somerset

    10 of the best Somerset pubs with beer gardens or outdoor space

    Soak up the views, great ales and ciders, and homemade food at our selection of characterful and historic inns

October 2020

  • Two kids with pumpkins on their heads at Arnprior farm

    10 of the best pick-your-own farms for autumn produce

    From pumpkins and flowers to sprouts and Christmas trees, there’s a variety of produce ripe for picking across the UK

September 2019

  • Godolphin Arms - Deckshairs on the terrace - credit Mike Searle

    10 of the best cooking classes with stays in the UK

  • Man with armful of Giant tomatoes freshly picked at Casa Mae

    10 of the best cooking classes with stays in Europe

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