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The heart of ceremonial London, this Royal Park is the perfect location for an afternoon of pomp and pageantry, or an impromptu picnic on the grass.

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

Wander through the picturesque grounds of Wordsworth’s family home and imagine how the views of lakes inspired him to write.

Build your courage for the many carnival rides on the People’s Pier and explore the sights backing onto this beach.

Appreciate the cultural transformation this waterfront city has undergone, with the World War II-damaged center now home to fashionable restaurants and maritime attractions.

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

Swim through the large natural arch in the cliffs, which juts out dramatically into the sea and dates back about 140 million years.

Enjoy the tranquil setting of this spacious sandy haven flanked by a miniature railway and an aquarium with Humboldt penguins.

Build your courage for the many carnival rides on the People’s Pier and explore the sights backing onto this beach.

Swim through the large natural arch in the cliffs, which juts out dramatically into the sea and dates back about 140 million years.

Stroll along this spectacular bay and admire its turquoise waters, white sand and intriguing rock formations, including a precariously balanced stone.

Life revolves around the water at this small Devon fishing village, which sits on the confluence of two rivers as they flow into the sea.

Wander through the picturesque grounds of Wordsworth’s family home and imagine how the views of lakes inspired him to write.

Wander through the picturesque grounds of Wordsworth’s family home and imagine how the views of lakes inspired him to write.

Once a medieval hunting ground, this large park now features centuries-old ruins, walking trails and varied wildlife.

Once a medieval hunting ground, this large park now features centuries-old ruins, walking trails and varied wildlife.

Marvel at the intricate craftsmanship of this 19th-century landmark, take a tour of its stately rooms and relax in a leafy public square.

Combine your visit to this innovative and diverse aquarium with a steam train journey and a cruise on the picturesque lake.

Marvel at the intricate craftsmanship of this 19th-century landmark, take a tour of its stately rooms and relax in a leafy public square.

Visit this quaint parish church to admire Saxon-era architectural features, Roman tiles and a collection of attractive stained-glass windows.

Combine your visit to this innovative and diverse aquarium with a steam train journey and a cruise on the picturesque lake.