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This northern city is the most visited city in England, after London, and is known for its football, nightlife, industry, architecture and art galleries.

From its architecture to its industry and sporting events, this is a city of fascinating contrasts just an hour by train from London. 

Explore dozens of elegant rooms, meander through manicured Victorian gardens and watch falcon flying demonstrations at this castle complex.

From its architecture to its industry and sporting events, this is a city of fascinating contrasts just an hour by train from London. 

A setting in one of Shakespeare’s iconic tragedies, this crenellated castle sits on a hill overlooking the River Ness.

Explore the crumbling remains and towering gatehouse of this once mighty 14th-century castle, which was an integral part of the English Civil War. 

Built in the Gothic style, this prestigious church is a popular pilgrimage destination and an important city landmark.

Watch battle re-enactments among evocative medieval ruins and learn about the role this fort played in the English Civil War.

Walk the streets of this charming town and soak up its history, architecture and culture before heading out into the nearby countryside.

Beloved by hikers, this unusual landscape is dotted with fractured rock formations, shimmering lochs and a hidden grassy plateau.

With an opulence worthy of the former monarchs buried inside, this 15th-century chapel is the go-to spot for royal ceremonies and weddings.

Famed for the panoramic views from its soaring clock tower, this ancient religious landmark is also home to a series of striking medieval graves. 

Thanks to some of Britain’s best bands, exciting museums and a rich maritime history, this compact northern city is one of England’s finest cultural destinations.

View one of the best surviving examples of Romantic and Picturesque architecture at this castle. Marvel at the medieval French masonry used in its construction. 

View one of the best surviving examples of Romantic and Picturesque architecture at this castle. Marvel at the medieval French masonry used in its construction. 

This splendid 18th-century building was the first rotunda library in Britain and is one of the most recognizable Oxford landmarks.

Watch battle re-enactments among evocative medieval ruins and learn about the role this fort played in the English Civil War.

Walk in the footsteps of luminaries at this grand hall, where graduation ceremonies are held for Cambridge students. 

Walk in the footsteps of luminaries at this grand hall, where graduation ceremonies are held for Cambridge students. 

This splendid 18th-century building was the first rotunda library in Britain and is one of the most recognizable Oxford landmarks.

This splendid 18th-century building was the first rotunda library in Britain and is one of the most recognizable Oxford landmarks.

Walk in the footsteps of luminaries at this grand hall, where graduation ceremonies are held for Cambridge students. 

This splendid 18th-century building was the first rotunda library in Britain and is one of the most recognizable Oxford landmarks.

This splendid 18th-century building was the first rotunda library in Britain and is one of the most recognizable Oxford landmarks.