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Porthcurno

November 15, 2015September 14, 2015 Laura GinnEngland, Porthcurno0 comment

Porthcurno is a small town located on the West Coast of Cornwall in the UK, and used to be a very important place on the map. What was once the centre of world telecommunication is now a popular tourist area with a number of attractions, including beautiful beaches and a number of museums including the Porthcurno Telegraph Museum which serves as a testament to the area’s past. If you’re thinking of visiting Porthcurno for the first time, read on to discover more about the area’s attractions. Porthcurno Telegraph Museum The…

Cornwall England Gwithian

Gwithian

November 1, 2015September 14, 2015 Laura GinnEngland, Gwithian0 comment

For a fun-packed family friendly day out, Gwithian is a great choice of location. A coastal village situated in the west of Cornwall, England, Gwithian is home to one of Cornwall’s larger beaches and Gwithian Towans, which covers the site of a Bronze Age farm that has been excavated. Whether you’re looking to relax on the beach, learn to surf, or explore the history of the area, Gwithian has a wide range of tourist attractions that make it a great place in Britain to visit for both adults and children…

England Margate

Margate

October 15, 2015September 14, 2015 Laura GinnEngland, Margate0 comment

If you’re looking for a fun seaside day out in Britain with your family, Margate is an excellent destination. A seaside town located in East Kent, it’s buzzing with tourist attractions and a wealth of family-friendly things to do. Whether you’re looking for a fun-filled day out or are even thinking of taking your family on a seaside getaway in the UK, Margate has something for everyone – read on to find out more about the main attractions and things to do in this lovely seaside town. Margate Main Sands…

England Formby

Formby

September 30, 2015September 14, 2015 Laura GinnEngland, Formby0 comment

Looking for a great British day out? Then look no further than Formby, a seaside town located in Merseyside. Formby beach is an ideal location for family days out, as there is a large car park, picnic areas, and it is a great area for lovely walks with waymarked paths to the beach, woods and sand dunes. If you’re looking for a great British beach day out – or even a short break – Formby is a great destination with something to suit all the family. Read on to discover…

England Maryport

Maryport

September 1, 2015July 22, 2015 Laura GinnEngland, Maryport0 comment

The original town of Maryport was called Alauna and was built on the Solway Firth, as part of the Roman coastal defences at the westernmost point of Hadrian’s Wall. Fast forward to Georgian times and Alauna became known as Ellenfoot, but in the 1700s, one Humphrey Senhouse developed the existing town into a port and renamed it after his wife, Mary. The town became a major centre of industry in the 19th century when coal mines opened up around the town and thousands of tonnes of coal was shipped through.…

England Keswick The Lake District

Keswick

July 15, 2015April 20, 2015 Laura GinnCumbria, England, Keswick, Lake District0 comment

Keswick is one of the prettiest towns in the northern part of the Lake District in Cumbria. It is located just north of Derwentwater and a few miles south of Bassenthwaite. The town is most famously associated with the great English poets, William Wordsworth, Samuel Taylor Coleridge and Robert Southey, who were inspired by the area’s natural beauty. There has been a settlement at Keswick since the 1200s, when Edward I gave permission for a market to take place. Over the years the fortunes of the town have changed considerably,…

England Runswick Bay

Runswick Bay

July 1, 2015April 20, 2015 Laura GinnEngland, North Yorkshire, Runswick Bay0 comment

Runswick Bay is a pretty little village on the scenic North Yorkshire coast. This largely undiscovered little gem of a place lies a few miles north of the historic town of Whitby, tucked away in a sheltered cove. It is only a small village, but what it lacks in size it more than makes up for in quaint charm. Runswick Bay is a traditional fishing village and today not much has changed. Charming cottages are huddled together, intersected by narrow footpaths that eventually head out of the village and join…

England Selby

Selby

June 15, 2015April 20, 2015 Laura GinnEngland, North Yorkshire, Selby0 comment

Selby is a small market town in North Yorkshire. It lies in the Vale of York and is just 9 miles from York, 20 miles from Hull and 23 miles from Leeds. The town has a long and interesting history and was once a Viking settlement; many Viking remains have been discovered during archaeological excavations. There is even a connection to royalty – the history books suggest that King Henry I was born there. Selby has good transport links and was once a busy port. The town is dissected by…

England Filey

Filey

April 15, 2015March 18, 2015 Laura GinnEngland, Filey, North Yorkshire0 comment

Filey is a small seaside town on the North Yorkshire coast. It is located halfway between Scarborough to the north and Bridlington to the south. Unlike Scarborough and Bridlington, Filey is fairly small and quiet. You won’t find miles of amusement arcades and tacky shops in Filey town centre, but if you want a quiet day on the beach, it is the perfect destination. Filey was once a busy fishing village back in the day when the fishing industry was the main source of revenue for families living on the…

England Newquay

Newquay

March 15, 2015January 6, 2015 Laura GinnEngland, Newquay0 comment

If you’re ready to get away from the dreary interior climate of England in the winter or ready to beat the heat during the summer months, then a trip to the temperate coastal climes of the country is right up your alley. With a unique coastal culture that combines familiar aspects of their own home life with unique twists in food, maritime enjoyment and much more, Newquay is a perfect example of one of these places. What to Visit There are a number of prime attractions to visit while staying…