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The North Yorkshire Moors

July 1, 2022September 3, 2021 Laura GinnThe North Yorkshire Moors, Yorkshire0 comment

Located in north-eastern Yorkshire, England, the North Yorkshire Moors is an upland area that includes one of the biggest expanses of heather moorlands in the UK. In 1952, the area was designated as a National Park, through the National Parks and Access to the Countryside Act of 1949. The North Yorkshire Moors cover an area of 554 square miles, and it has a population of over 23,000 people. With its crinkly coast, sweeping moorland, ancient woods, timeless villages, and amazing wildlife, the North Yorkshire Moors is an outstanding place to…

Cheshire England

Gawsworth Hall

June 15, 2022September 3, 2021 Laura GinnCheshire, Gawsworth, Gawsworth Hall0 comment

A Grade I listed country house, Gawsworth Hall is in the quaint village of Gawsworth, Cheshire. This stunning hall was constructed between the years 1480 and 1600, replacing a Norman house that once stood there. Since then, it has been continually maintained to a high standard. Gawsworth Hall was originally built and owned by the Fitton family, and later by the Gerards, and then the Stanhopes. However, in the 1930s, the property was purchased by the Richards family. The Richards family have not only taken great care of this stunning…

England Nottingham

Wollaton Hall

June 1, 2022September 3, 2021 Laura GinnNottingham, Wollaton Hall0 comment

Wollaton Hall and Gardens is a popular attraction in Nottingham, East Midlands. It is an Elizabethan Mansion and a massive deer park where the kids can roam and dogs can enjoy a spot of exercise (on the lead, of course!). Wollaton Hall also hosts special exhibitions from time to time, so it’s worth checking what’s currently on before you visit. What To See at Wollaton Hall The mansion is a Grade One listed building. Completed in 1588, many of the original rooms have been reconstructed so visitors can enjoy a…

Derbyshire England Peak District

Blue John Cavern

May 15, 2022September 3, 2021 Laura GinnBlue John Cavern, Castleton, Derbyshire, Peak District0 comment

Blue John Cavern is a famous show cave near Castleton in the Peak District. The ‘Blue John’ mineral deposit the cave is famous for is used to make jewellery and other ornamental objects, which can be bought locally. The mineral deposits are still being mined today and there are several rich seams within the cave, each of which has a name. Mining activities take place over the winter months when the cavern is closed. The miners dig out the stone from the limestone walls and clay beds. It is then…

Derbyshire England Peak District

Kinder Scout

May 1, 2022September 3, 2021 Laura GinnDerbyshire, Kinder Scout, Peak District0 comment

Kinder Scout is the highest peak in the Peak District. It is also a nature reserve and moorland plateau. If you are planning to do the Derbyshire Three Peaks within the Peak District National Park, Kinder Scout will be on your list, along with Shelf Stones, and Bleaklow Head. Located in the Dark Peak area of the Peak District, Kinder Scout stands at 636 metres. Be careful you don’t mistake the trig point on Kinder Low as the summit, as this is a false summit, and the highest point is…

Derbyshire England Peak District

Matlock

April 15, 2022September 3, 2021 Laura GinnDerbyshire, Matlock, Peak District0 comment

Matlock is the county town of Derbyshire. It’s small enough to give a warm welcome to visitors but big enough to provide an array of restaurants, shops, and bars. Matlock is also home to Hall Leys, a magnificent park dotted in the centre of the town. If you wish to explore what Derbyshire has to offer, including the Peak District, Matlock is a great base. Here are some things to see and do in Matlock and Matlock Bath. Heights of Abraham The Heights of Abraham can be found in the…

England Yorkshire

Yorkshire Dales

March 1, 2022September 3, 2021 Laura GinnYorkshire, Yorkshire Dales0 comment

The Yorkshire Dales is home to some of the most magnificent peaks in England. A large area of the Yorkshire Dales has been designated as a national park. Over 4.7 million people from far and wide visit the Yorkshire Dales every year. Known for its lush green valleys and unusual natural features like the towering white cliffs, here are some things you can do during your visit. Yorkshire Dales National Park The Yorkshire Dales National Park is bursting with some of the most iconic scenery and attractions Yorkshire has to…

Cornwall England

St Michael’s Mount, Cornwall

February 1, 2022May 12, 2021 Laura GinnCornwall, St Michael's Mount0 comment

Any visit to Cornwall might be considered incomplete without taking a trip over to St. Michael’s Mount. Winner of several Cornwall Tourism Awards, Taste of the West, and similar awards, this small island off the Cornish coast is not to be missed. While there are buildings at the ground level, the castle that sits atop the island casts an imposing shadow over proceedings. The Mount has officially been part of the National Trust for decades. However, the St Aubyn family has resided here for even longer and continues to do…

England Milton Keynes

Bletchley Park

January 15, 2022May 12, 2021 Laura GinnBletchley Park, Milton Keynes0 comment

Bletchley Park is a historical landmark. It formed a major part of the World War II effort. Many people have heard of the Enigma machine – well, the staff at this English country estate were tasked with the unenviable duty of figuring out how to decrypt the most secret of Enigma communications to aid in the war effort. The Mansion, as it’s referred to, is an imposing structure. Built originally in 1877 after an earlier structure was torn down, the estate spans 581 acres and includes an unusual mix of…

Buckinghamshire England

Wotton House, Buckinghamshire

January 1, 2022May 12, 2021 Laura GinnBuckinghamshire, Wotton House0 comment

Built between 1704 and 1714, Wotton House is a sizeable country house in Buckinghamshire. This stunning house is an example of a Grade I listed building and English Baroque. There are extensive gardens with statues, bridges and temples surrounding the manor house. The History of Wotton House Wotton House was originally built in 1704 by Richard Grenville. At the same time, the grounds around Wotton House were arranged in a formal pattern with two rows of elm trees leading to a lake and a parterre. Soon after in the 18th…