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

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

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

See Newcastle’s industrial history through the eyes of artists using ceramics, glass and watercolors in this gallery with exhibits for children.

Discover the creatures that live deep in the world’s oceans and learn about the importance of conservation at the largest aquarium in the U.K.

With its white-washed cottages and white-sand beaches, this seaside village is as pretty as a painting and a magnet for artists and artistic happenings.

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

Bring your board to one of the best surfing spots in the country and attempt to ride the crashing Atlantic waves.

Look up at one of England’s most iconic sculptures welcoming you to the northern part of the country with a warm embrace.

Gaze up at the iconic limestone cliffs rising from the North Sea in this lively town with a history of explorers.

This picturesque English town is an ideal base for exploring Lake Windermere and the spectacular Lake District National Park.

Wander through what Wordsworth described as the “loveliest spot that man hath ever found” to feel the stirring emotions of the Lake Poets.

Bring your board to one of the best surfing spots in the country and attempt to ride the crashing Atlantic waves.

Nestled on the western side of the Jurassic Coast, this unspoiled town is one of the most beautiful in Devon.

Admire historic sites, enjoy quaint coastal walks and seek out hidden coves that lie between rugged headlands in the surf capital of the country.

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

This picturesque English town is an ideal base for exploring Lake Windermere and the spectacular Lake District National Park.

At the seaside outpost of this renowned British gallery, exhibitions celebrate the work of artists who have lived and worked in St. Ives.

Let nostalgia take hold in a museum of children’s tales and learn about the history of boats in this pleasant lakeside commune.

Witness the work of a celebrated sculptor in her St. Ives home, where she experimented with new materials and made works that were inspired by the Cornish landscape.

Marvel at the picturesque terrain around the sheltered inlet harbor and learn about witchcraft, a vanished castle and devastating floods.

Bring your board to one of the best surfing spots in the country and attempt to ride the crashing Atlantic waves.