The diversity of the countryside landscape around the Derbyshire Peak District offers many different outdoor sports and pastimes, but it is always a firm favourite with cyclists. With the miles of dedicated cycle paths, it’s easy to see why it is the most visited National Park on the British Isles by tourists. Continue reading
Brixham, the picturesque and historical fishing town which nestles on the South Devon coastline, has always had its fair share of visitors throughout the centuries.
Not all visitors to Brixham and the surrounding area were tourists, however, as Prince William of Orange (who later became King William III of Great Britain & Ireland) landed in Brixham with his mainly Dutch army in 1688.
The coastline and sea just off Brixham was where the Spanish Armada was fought off by Continue reading
The Peak District National Park became the first designated UK National Park back in 1951. It is situated between the highland areas of England and the lowland counties to the south. You can see visual indications of this as you move around the landscape from the topography and its features. This is notably marked out by the distinctive and varied landscapes depicted by the soil and rock variations of the Dark Peak and White Peak areas. Continue reading
The picturesque coastline of the English Riviera has always been a popular place to visit over the decades; historically, the area’s industry was primarily driven by the maritime and fishing industries, as well as local agriculture.
Then, the rise of the industrial revolution and extension of the railway network down to the South West and deep into Devon and Cornwall brought the opportunity for average Victorian working class people and families to have a holiday away from the factories and cities where they worked. Continue reading
Here are some of the best ‘things to see and do’ for when you next visit the beautiful historical spa city of Bath or if you are looking for things to add to your itinerary to enhance your visit to Somerset.
The Roman Baths
A visit to Bath would not be complete without a visit to the ancient Roman Baths. This gives you a glimpse of Roman times, when the Roman Empire occupied England, and how they lived. The Roman Baths were combined with Georgian architecture, opened in 1897, and utilise the naturally occurring geothermal hot water spring which runs under the site. Continue reading
Here is a must see ‘3 Things to See and Do’ for when you next visit East Sussex or if you are looking for things to add to your itinerary to enhance your visit to one of the most beautiful counties in the British Isles.
Visit Historic Rye
First is the beautiful historical coastal town of Rye on the south coast. Historically, it was a very important sea port as the neighbouring French Port of Calais was sometimes a little too close for comfort in times of war against the French. Continue reading
The festive season is now upon us, with some great seasonal performances taking place in the city of Bath. If you are planning a visit to the city during December, you might like to choose from a range of beautiful Bath Hotels for a relaxing break with your family.
To get you in the festive spirit, why not get along to the Carols by Candlelight concert at the Pump Room in the city centre. The Carols by Candlelight concert will be performed by the City of Bath Bach Choir on the 14th, 15th and 16th December. Continue reading
The festive season in the historical Spa city of Bath is well and truly here now, if you’re planning a holiday or one of the many spa breaks, there are plenty of things to do in the city at this time of year.
Just one of the highlights is the special tour within one of the most famous properties in Bath at “No.1 Royal Crescent” and their Georgian Christmas. Enjoy the lovely architecture and atmosphere within this beautiful Georgian period townhouse, which has been traditionally decorated for the Christmas season. Continue reading
If you are planning a winter holiday or a weekend break down in the East Sussex and South Downs area, even though you might not realise it, you will be heading into English wine country. It is a unique area with its coastal proximity and the minerally chalky soil composition of the South Downs, making it the perfect spot for wine and in particular sparkling wine production. Continue reading
Shopping in the historical city of Bath with its honey-coloured Georgian buildings is a treat in itself; it’s almost like being on a film set of a Jane Austen film with its beautiful architecture. To add to that is the abundance of eclectic shops, boutiques and local markets, Bath has to offer. Whether it’s stopping for a traditional cup of tea or maybe a homemade cake, the aspect creates a unique shopping experience in the city. Continue reading