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By Alan, on February 6th, 2012%
This February half-term get up close with the creatures of the Oceanarium
Close Encounters Week is going to be held at the Oceanarium during half term and it is a week full of opportunities for children as well as adults to enjoy interactive fun with some incredible creatures.
The week is running from the 11th to 19 . . . → Read More: This February half-term get up close with the creatures of the Oceanarium
By Alan, on February 5th, 2012%
Located in the Lake District, Grasmere is one of the smaller lakes in the area and can be found just south of the village of the same name. It is perhaps most famous for being the home of William Wordsworth, the famous poet, who described this part of England as one of the most beautiful places . . . → Read More: Grasmere stunning jewel of the lakes
By Alan, on February 2nd, 2012%
Sneak previews of Hoveton Hall Gardens are available on the 12th and 19th of February, when visitors will be led on guided woodland walks by Harry Buxton. These walks have been called Winter Woodland Walks and the ticket price also includes refreshments. Harry Buxton’s family own Hoveton Hall, and he has said that the gardens are . . . → Read More: Snowdrop nature trails at Hoveton Hall, Norfolk offer Winter woodland walks
By Alan, on January 19th, 2012%
If most people were to imagine what taking a break in the UK is like, images of old and shabby resorts will probably come to mind. This mental image of days out in the UK is not quite accurate and if you take a trip to Poppit Sands and you will quickly realise that your mental . . . → Read More: Poppit Sands Cardigan Bay
By Alan, on January 14th, 2012%
When you have children, filling up the summer holidays can be quite a challenge and while it is a great opportunity to spend lots of time your kids, it can also be a time of empty days when you’re wondering what on earth you are going to do with them. One of the best attractions that . . . → Read More: Markeaton Park East Midlands
By admin, on January 13th, 2012%
The City of Bath
Located in southwest England, the City of Bath prides itself as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Romans founded it initially as a thermal spa. They built the baths and a temple around the hot springs. The Middle Ages saw the city become an integral part of the wool industry. George III transformed . . . → Read More: A Day out in Bath
By Alan, on January 6th, 2012%
If you are taking a boating holiday in the UK then one of the best stops you can make in London is at Legoland, as it is a perfect place to spend a day being entertained and is well suited to children and adults alike. Canal holidays are very popular in the UK and many people . . . → Read More: Legoland by water
By Alan, on December 22nd, 2011%
The story of Downton Abbey begins in 1912 and in the years previous to this the Victorians were very interested in showing off to their friends that they had mastery of the latest gardening techniques. In the time before 1912 people were obsessed with creating ornate Gardens with the most garish displays of flowers in order . . . → Read More: Downton Abbey day out
By Alan, on December 6th, 2011%
In South Yorkshire in you will find the town of Barnsley which is located near Leeds. Historically the town was famous for its glass making and was also known as an economic centre for coal mining. In the area there is still a glass works but it is now defunct as it went out of business . . . → Read More: Barnsley has many day out offerings
By Alan, on December 5th, 2011%
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s irrepressible detective, Sherlock Holmes, remains the world’s most iconic fictional crime-stopper. A timeless character whose fascinating detective pursuits have enthralled readers for a hundred years and more, he is loved the world over.
Conan Doyle’s intelligent crime thrillers have now been translated into most modern languages for a global audience and form part . . . → Read More: Sherlock Holmes London walking tour
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