It seems like every time of year is "in season" in Lenox, a small Berkshire town that has been a popular retreat since the 19th century. In summer, picnic on the lawn at Tanglewood, the Boston Symphony Orchestra's summer home. In autumn, when foliage peaks, take to the hiking and cycle paths of the Pleasant Valley Sanctuary to immerse yourself in the vibrant colours of the mountains. Winter visitors enjoy skiing and cross-country trails at a number of resorts, and in spring, hikers and golfers practise their pastimes in splendid settings. Rejuvenating treatments and pampering, at the well-known Cranwell Spa, are popular all year round.