England – Page 15 – Travel Britain – United Kingdom Travel Guide for England, Scotland, Wales, & Ireland

St Albans

November 29, 2013June 23, 2014 Laura GinnEngland, St Albans0 comment

There is something about St Alban’s that makes it unique. It may be a cathedral city, filled with life and activity, but there is something about the place that makes it stand out from other cathedral cities in the UK. Traces of the rich history and heritage of the city are visible in every direction. From the Roman remains to the medieval architecture, everywhere you go you will find reminders from the past breaking through into the present. Though a busy city in its own right you will find the…

England Glastonbury

Glastonbury

November 18, 2013June 23, 2014 Laura GinnEngland, Glastonbury0 comment

The town of Glastonbury is synonymous with the music festival that bears its name, and is a great place to visit on holiday. The Glastonbury Tor The town is overshadowed by the dramatic outline of Glastonbury Tor, which stands proud from the surrounding level countryside of Somerset. At the top of the Tor, at a height of 525 feet, you will find the ruins of an ancient church. This is what remains of the 15th Century St Michael’s Church; the remains and the approaches up the Tor are maintained now…

Carlisle England

Carlisle

November 11, 2013June 23, 2014 Laura GinnCarlisle, England0 comment

Carlisle is a located within beautiful region which marks the border between Scotland and England. It is a city which serves not only the majority of the county of Cumbria as its commercial, industrial and retail heart but also much of Southern Scotland. The Carlisle that you see today owes its existence very much to the Romans, who settled here in order to be able to provide services to the forts which were stationed along Hadrian’s Wall. It was much later, during the twelfth century that the King gave permission…

Cowes England Isle of Wight

Cowes

November 4, 2013June 23, 2014 Laura GinnCowes, England, Isle of Wight0 comment

Cowes is located on the northern coast of the Isle of Wight. Unusually the town is split in half by the River Medina whose mouth the town sits astride. This is a town with incredibly strong connections to the sea; it has a maritime heritage that it is very proud of. Even today the connection to the sea is strong and the marinas are always filled with vessels, never more so than during the annual regatta of Cowes Week which draws thousands of visitors to the island every summer. The…

Dorchester England

Dorchester

October 25, 2013June 23, 2014 Laura GinnDorchester, England0 comment

The ancient town of Dorchester is located in the beautiful county of Dorset. It is a town which has a rich Roman heritage. There is much here still to be discovered in archaeological terms and even now when construction begins on a new building there are more often than not new artefacts uncovered which link back to Roman times. There is plenty to see and do here no matter what time of the year you come to visit, and all members of the family should find something that appeals whether…

Dartmouth England

Dartmouth

October 18, 2013June 23, 2014 Laura GinnDartmouth, Devon, England0 comment

Devon is a county that has a very special place in the hearts of many people. There is something about the atmosphere of a Devon seaside resort that makes people want to return year after year. Dartmouth is no exception. It is widely regarded as being something of a jewel in the heart of the South Hams. Dartmouth is home to the Britannia Royal Naval College and has a long association with the sea. You will discover a beautiful cobbled market place surrounded by ancient narrow and winding streets. These…

England Woburn

Woburn

October 11, 2013June 23, 2014 Laura GinnEngland, Woburn0 comment

According to a well respected National Newspaper, Woburn is one of the best places to live in the UK. Though the town has not always been as popular as it is now, it has been around for a very long time. So long in fact that Woburn is mentioned in the 1086 Doomsday Book. In 1086 Woburn was nothing more than a tiny hamlet accommodating around 969 people. The name Woburn is of Saxon origins and simply means ‘crooked stream’. The name of the town is probably more familiar for…

Dawlish England Exeter

Dawlish

October 4, 2013June 23, 2014 Laura GinnDawlish, England0 comment

There is something about Dawlish that has you reminiscing of times gone by. It could be the fact that it’s a beautiful seaside resort with lots of Victorian charm, or it could be that there is such a sense of community here that it can appear that the reality of harsh modern living hasn’t interrupted the way that the town goes about its daily business. Here you can still enjoy a traditional family holiday beside the sea. This was once nothing more than a small fishing village where the income…

England Ilfracombe

Ilfracombe

September 27, 2013June 23, 2014 Laura GinnEngland, Ilfracombe0 comment

The beautiful coastal town of Ilfracombe has everything that you could want from a seaside resort. Situated in North Devon the town boasts miles of beautiful beaches and plenty of attractions all within easy walking distance of the town centre. There are also a number of different festivals that take place here across the year so it is worth checking for local events before you decide to visit. The town’s historic harbour is the focus for the majority of the festivals and events that take place here along with the…

England Taunton

Taunton

September 20, 2013June 23, 2014 Laura GinnEngland, Taunton0 comment

Taunton is located in the wonderful county of Somerset, famous for its orchards and its cider making. The town of Taunton can trace its history back as far as the Saxons, yet despite having such firmly entrenched roots is very much a town looking towards the future. Taunton houses the main shopping district in the county and has all of the stores that you would expect, from the big brand names through to dedicated independent retailers. Evening entertainment is varied and offers something for everyone from a night at the…