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Top 25 Things to Do in York – Perfect Day Trip List!
If there’s one historic city you need to visit in the north of England, it has to be York! Yes Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds and Newcastle all have selling points too (not least their cultural vibrancy) but, if you’re after quaint cobbled charm and a good dollop of Viking history on the side, then it has […]
Top 21 Things To Do in Canterbury, England
Well I think it’s fair to say that the cat is well and truly out the bag! Yes when it comes to Canterbury, it’s no longer a secret that this spot is THE alternative to a Cambridge or Oxford excursion. Rivalling these 2 greats when it comes to historic charm, cathedrals and colleges, famous residents, […]
Top 13 Things To Do in Winchester, UK
One of England’s flagship Cathedral cities, Winchester makes for the ideal historic day trip or weekend getaway. With one of the oldest high streets in the country and a religious building that’s famous the world over, there’s no question, this place is big on the heritage gems! Set in the county of Hampshire, it’s pretty […]
10 Best Things to Do in Swanage, Dorset
It was when I was planning my staycation trip to Dorset in the UK that I quickly realised how difficult it is to decide where to base yourself in this jam-packed destination. Spanning a large section of the south coast of England and filled with great beaches, top walks, amazing historic sights and stuffed full […]
7 Best Days Out in Dorset
In my humble option, you simply can’t go wrong with a good slice of Dorset! Down in the south of the UK, with some of the most beautiful beaches going and some of the most wonderful walking along dramatic clifftops, if you’re looking for some quintessential English charm, Dorset is hard to top. It’s also […]
How To Travel From London to Canterbury
If you’re looking for a great day or weekend trip from London, then it’s hard to overlook the famous Medieval city of Canterbury in Kent. With one of the UK’s most impressive Cathedrals in the country, not to mention some beautiful cobbled streets, superb punting opps, great eats and drinks, history a go-go and a […]
All You Need to Know About Visiting Dungeness, Kent
Honestly, it probably doesn’t get more unique in the UK than Dungeness. Part desolate shingle shelf, part abandoned fishing village, part post-apocalyptic industrial wasteland, it’s a heady mix that has photographers and travellers with a penchant for the weird and wonderful drooling! Almost uninhabited, save for a few converted weatherboard fisherman huts and a smattering […]
Top 15 Things to Do in Rye, Sussex
It’s got to be one of the most charming towns in England hasn’t it? Yes good old Rye down in East Sussex really is both good and old. Touted as the best-preserved Medieval town in Britain (need to fact-check this, but I’m pretty sure I’ve heard it somewhere), Rye really is a winner of the […]
Ultimate Guide to Visiting the White Cliffs of Dover
They may call to you via the wavering notes of Vera Lynn, the bucket list of a friend, or even the National Trust brochure – but the fact remains that, whatever draws you to the White Cliffs of Dover, these are one of England’s classic sights. Situated along the Kent coast in the south of […]
21 Best Places to Visit in Dorset
A beautiful coastal county in the south of England, Dorset is chock full of wonderful places to visit, things to see and attractions to enjoy. From historic castles to great hikes, stunning beaches to quaint villages, Dorset makes for a perfect holiday destination, especially from London, as you can reach it in just a couple […]
