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Mablethorpe

August 2, 2013June 23, 2014 adminEngland, Mablethorpe0 comment

When you think about a seaside getaway you will probably see yourself on the South Coast, basking in the sunshine of the English Riviera. However, you do not have to make the journey south to indulge in an iconic British seaside holiday. Head to the Lincolnshire Coast and take a look at Mablethorpe. With award winning beaches, clean sands and miles of unspoilt coast which stretches all the way to Sutton on Sea, this seaside resort town has everything you need and more. Here you will find traditional seaside bed…

England Hereford

Hereford

July 26, 2013June 23, 2014 adminEngland, Hereford0 comment

Aside from being a beautiful cathedral city Hereford, in the heart of Herefordshire is also an ancient market town. The roots of the town can be traced as far back as Saxon times and today the people that visit the city can delight in the history and heritage of the town while they enjoy the very best in modern facilities. This is the Wye Valley and Hereford is considered to be the capital town of the district. The magnificent cathedral lies in its heart offering not only a tranquil haven…

Chelmsford England

Chelmsford

July 19, 2013June 23, 2014 adminChelmsford, England0 comment

Chelmsford is located in the county of Essex and if you have never been here before you will find that there is plenty to please the whole family. Aside from the attractions that it can claim for itself Chelmsford also makes a great base for exploring the rest of the county and beyond. Chelmsford is situated right in the heart of the county and is only a short train journey away from the centre of London and all of the attractions that the city has to offer. Stansted airport is…

England Yeovil

Yeovil

July 12, 2013June 23, 2014 adminEngland, Yeovil0 comment

Yeovil is a traditional west country town with more than its fair share of appeal. It has everything that you could want from a long standing English market town, and more. There are still two markets held here regularly every week, plus a farmer’s market held once every month. The streets are busy and aside from the regular High Street names that you would expect to find, there are some unique, independent retailers. Yeovil is a place where you can pick up anything from your fresh bread and milk to…

Boscombe England

Boscombe

July 5, 2013June 23, 2014 adminBoscombe, England0 comment

Boscombe is a wonderful seaside town on England’s sunny south coast, not far from Bournemouth. It claims that its seafront development boats one of the most innovative designs in Europe. The beach front complex here was originally designed in 1958 and is known as the Overstrand. After some modern developmental magic it now boasts a range of leisure facilities that cater for the holiday maker right through the year whatever the weather. Meeting both the needs of those who come here in the winter for the water sports and those…

England Paignton

Paignton

July 1, 2013June 23, 2014 adminEngland, Paignton0 comment

What started out as nothing more than a small fishing village just along the coast from Torquay in Devon has become a popular holiday destination in its own right. The growth of the town centred upon the building of a new harbour, then when the railways reached the town it grew in popularity as a seaside holiday destination. Much of the growth that was experienced in this golden age of Victorian adventure can still be seen along the sea front. Paignton is very much a part of the English Riviera.…

England Salcombe

Salcombe

June 24, 2013June 23, 2014 adminEngland, Salcombe0 comment

With beaches the colour of butterscotch and beautiful blue water, the beaches of Salcombe are an attraction in themselves. Add to the mix a cluster of pastel coloured houses around the harbour and you have an iconic seaside scene. In this wonderful seaside escape you will find an old fashioned sweet shop that has been part of the community here since 1869. So grab your sweets, pick up your bucket and spade and head to one of the most wonderful seaside resorts in the country. The town of Salcome is…

England The Forest of Dean

The Forest of Dean

June 17, 2013June 23, 2014 adminEngland, The Forest of Dean0 comment

The beautiful Forest of Dean is situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty called the Wye Valley. It is the perfect place to go to relax and unwind and forget about the stresses and hassles of everyday life, even if it is only for a little while. While you are in the Wye Valley you are on the border between South Wales and England, and travelling between the counties of Herefordshire, Gloucestershire and Monmouthshire. For all the scenery is stunning and the atmosphere is crying out to you to…

England Salisbury

Salisbury

June 14, 2013June 23, 2014 adminEngland, Salisbury0 comment

Salisbury is probably most recognisable for being the home of Stonehenge but there is much more to this ancient town than merely the mysterious standing stones. Oh and the druids of course. You can’t forget the druids as this is a site that holds a huge amount of significance to them. The streets in the heart of the town are medieval and still retain the wonderful narrow and winding character that makes them so distinctive, and the magnificent Salisbury Cathedral is one of the earliest examples of gothic architecture in…

England Halifax

Halifax

June 7, 2013June 23, 2014 adminEngland, Halifax0 comment

The town of Halifax was once at the very heart of the woollen industry in England. With the industry came lots of development and there are still some incredible Georgian and Victorian buildings that remain as a testament to the importance of the town and its industrial heritage. Halifax is now a town that has the family at its heart with many of the town’s attractions designed for the whole family to enjoy. As with many of England’s older towns there is a rich and often dark side of the…