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Easy Peak District Walks: Ashford-in-the-Water to the Magpie Mine
There are rafts of easy Peak District walks, and this one, from Ashford-in-the-Water to the Magpie Mine offers varied scenery, history, and a murder mystery!
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Countdown to Christmas: Traditional Advent Calendars
Enjoy the countdown to Christmas with all the wonders of a traditional advent calendar.
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Knitted Christmas Stockings
Knitted Christmas Stockings used to be a thrifty way for children to show off their knitting skills. You can have these gorgeous stockings to brighten up your Christmas morning
Apple and Cinnamon Bread Pudding
This apple and cinnamon bread pudding adds a spicy, fruity twist to an old favourite.
Halliggye Fogou: A Cave by Any Other Name
From ancient ceremonial site to ammunitions store – Halliggye Fogou has a long, fascinating history.
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Aldeburgh
Today we’re exploring Aldeburgh, a quaint coastal town in Suffolk, where music, food, and tourism flourish despite a rapacious sea right on the town’s doorstep.
The History and Mystique of Tintagel Castle
Tintagel Castle on the Cornish coast isn’t just a relic of the past; it’s a gateway to a world steeped in legend and mystery – and a fabulous day out.
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Days Out In Cornwall
For quintessential days out in Cornwall, you can’t do better than to explore the golden sands of Helford Passage and the pirate mysteries of Frenchman’s Creek.
A Tank in the Forest: A Visit to the Desert Rats Memorial in Norfolk
This Tank in the Forest isn't abandoned! Join us as we head to Norfolk to pay our respects at the Desert Rats Memorial and explore their D-Day training camp.
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The Tank in the Moors: A Walk in Derbyshire to Spot an Abandoned Tank
A Tank in the Moors? Not a joke, but one of many pieces of abandoned military hardware dotting England's landscape. We combined finding this one with a hike.
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Bolingbroke Castle
Bolingbroke Castle, birthplace of King Henry IV, was one of the first English castles to be constructed without a keep. And despite being ruined, it makes for a wonderful day out!
Bibury in the Cotswolds
William Morris called Bibury in the Cotswolds the most beautiful village in England. Follow our guide if your want to check it out for yourself.
Deals and Offers for Gifts, Holidays and Days Out in England
Find deals and offers for holidays, days out and things to do in England, as well as gifts and treats for England lovers.
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English Food: Lunch and Dinner
English food: traditional roasts, comforting casseroles, hearty ploughmans and the famous Fish and Chips account for some of England's famous lunch and dinner recipes.
Stay in an English Castle
Would you love to stay in an English castle? Now you can! Warwick Castle offers overnight stays in two medieval-themed luxury suites.
Brixworth – A Northamptonshire Village Home to an Anglo-Saxon Marvel
Known for pate, coaching inns, a heritage trail, and its stunning Anglo-Saxon church, Brixworth is well worth a visit.
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Netherton Tunnel Canal Walk
Our Netherton Tunnel canal walk was part adventure, part exploration, and lots of quirky, Victorian era history.
Novelty Teapots: Fabulous Gifts for Tea and England Lovers
Quirky and whimsical, novelty teapots make wonderful gifts that are useful and enjoyable for tea and England lovers alike..
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Famous English Gardens: A Visit to The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
The Royal Botanic Gardens in Kew are a must-see for London-visiting garden lovers!
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Sissinghurst Gardens: A Timeless Gem in the Heart of Kent
A peaceful oasis filled with exquisite blooms. Sissinghurst Gardens is more than an enjoyable day out in Kent. It’s a delight!
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Braunston: The Heartbeat of England’s Canal Era
Located at the junction of two canals, Braunston was once a thriving transport and trade hub. And much of that history remains to this day.
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Norfolk Coastal Walks - Morston to Cley-next-the-Sea
The 6th section of our Norfolk coastal walks takes us from Morston Quay to Cley-next-the-Sea... our favourite stretch of North Norfolk coast.
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Quainton - A Very "Quaint" Village in Buckinghamshire
Neither railway works nor electrict fences could spoil our Quainton exploration! The village is lovely and well-worth a visit. Plus, there's a railway museum.
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Norfolk Coastal Walks - Burnham Overy Staithe to Wells-next-the-Sea
The next leg of our Norfolk coastal walks - from Burnham Overy Staithe to Wells-next-the-Sea - made for a fabulous afternoon of sun, sand, and solitude.
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Our Wonderful Buckinghamshire Windmill Tour
Sometimes, our ideas for days out go a little off the rails. That's how a walk around one windmill turned into our Buckinghamshire Windmill Tour!
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