Inside the colourful, sun-filled history of the British holiday

Inside the colourful, sun-filled history of the British holiday

Whether you’re jetting off to Marbs or heading on a luxury excursion further afield, as you sip your first pina colada of the season, spare a thought for the holiday pioneers of British summers past

It’s that time of year again when your office begins to resemble a cage, your desk a ball and chain attached to your ankle. While the sun is shining, the birds are singing and the drinks are chilled for those lucky enough to escape, it’s the ideal time to turn your email alerts off and decamp to a sandy beach.

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