Whitstable Seaside Town: The Famous Oyster Capital of England
Whitstable is the perfect mix of a modern trendy seafront accommodating the traditions of fish and chips and an even more ancient oyster history. As a seaside with a difference,…
Discovering Whitby: Maritime History, Dracula Legends and Culinary Delights in this Coastal Getaway
Whitby is full of maritime heritage, boasting of an ancient abbey and links to Dracula, also famous for its fish and chips and jet jewellery. Read on to discover this…
Exploring Staithes: A Cliffside Village, Cobblestone Lanes, Quaint Cottages and North Yorkshire Coastal Serenity
Seeking Simplicity in Staithes- How to Fill your Mini Break Read on to discover the magic and wonder of this amazing little coastal village, filled with heaps of charm and…
Exploring the Old Market Town of Bakewell, England
A Brief History of Bakewell Does Bakewell pudding come to mind? Bakewell tart? Well this is the place where it all began! The Derbyshire town of Bakewell is where the…
How to Rest, Relax and Re-energise on Hayling Island
You have a week’s holiday on Hayling Island and you are booked in at one of the many hotels, B&B’s, campsites or self catering accommodation that the island offers. So…
A Guide to Old Portsmouth Town: Exploring Past and Present
Portsmouth: Past and Present Anyone looking for an interesting day out on the South Coast should look no further. Portsmouth stands proud, a mixture of old and new, overlooking the…
Top 7 Historical Sights on the Ridgeway Trail
Believed to be England's oldest road, The Ridgeway is not just a trail but a pilgrimage for those willing to walk its 87 miles (139km) length. For at least 5,000…
Stourhead House and Gardens: Exploring an 18th Century Marvel
With Greek temples, grottos and crystal-clear waters, Stourhead feels more like an eclectic wonderland than an 18th century estate. Stourhead, based in Wiltshire and Somerset, sprawls across an impressive 1,072…
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Exploring Brighton’s Art Scene in 6 Locations
Over the past 50 years, Brighton has transformed into an art Mecca. In fact, you can barely walk 5 metres without passing a convoluted street of craft stalls or a…
Ham House – A Magnificent Estate by The River Thames
Ham House on a sunny day (image by Pexels) Brief History of Ham House Step back in time and surround yourself in vintage luxury and affluence by visiting Ham House…
