Now is the time to plan a visit to the Menton Lemon Festival. Born of an abundance of citrus fruits, at a time when Menton was still the largest producer of lemons on the continent, the town is filled every year with colourful displays and a carnival atmosphere.  For a fortnight the inhabitants devote themselves to celebration and song. In February! The ‘Fete du Citron’ celebrates its 80th year from 16th Fe ...

Susan Chitty, biographer of artists Gwen John and Edward Lear travelled to East Anglia with Travel Editions in search of art and landscape She writes: "I had never entertained the possibility of travelling as part of an organised group, but when my children suggested I go on a cultural exploration of Constable and Gainsborough country, I suddenly found it hard to say no. The two day break included a focus o ...