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Things to do in England

England travel advice

 

Travel to England

As soon as I finished university I hop-footed it to England and ended up staying for two and a half years. There is something irresistible about a country so rich in history, myth, fashion, art and scenic hills and dales, not to mention punk rock, the Beatles and Twiggy. When it comes to popular travel destinations, England is a tried and true favourite and you'll never run out of things to do.

The bigger issue is to narrow it down. To help you, here are some of England's top tourist attractions, many are in London, but you'd be missing out if you stick to the capital. In every corner of this fascinating British country, it seems as if there is something new and intriguing to see.

Things to do in England, visit Trafalgar Square

Here are some of the top things to do in England:

  • Visit the British Museum in London: Located on Great Russel Street in the historic literary centre of London, the British Museum is dedicated to human history, art and culture. Top things to see include the Rosetta Stone, the Parthenon sculptures (also known as the Elgin Marbles) and the Royal Game of Ur.
  • See the Tower of London: If you love the Tudors and scandalous royal history, there is no better destination than the Tower of London in the east end. You can do a Yeoman Warder Guided Tour, see the exquisite Crown Jewels or just imagine the tragic stories of Anne Boleyn, Lady Jane Grey and so many others as they walked to the block on the Tower Green.

Make a day trip to Windsor Castle, the oldest occupied castle on the planet. The family residence of the British royals for more than 1,000 years, Windsor Castle is still home to the Queen, who spends many weekends here. Who knows? When you're touring the castle you just might run a royal and get invited in for tea. Er, maybe not.

 

Things to do in England, visit Stonehenge

 

  • Take a trip to Stonehenge. Located 8 miles from Salisbury in Wiltshire, this ancient stone circle is one of the most famous mythic sights in the world and more than 5,000 years old.
  • Tour the Roman Baths in Bath. From Celts and Romans to Jane Austen and the Georgians, touring the Roman Baths in the exquisite city of Bath is a step into England's liquid history.
  • Check out Oxford University. Dating back to the 11th century, Oxford University is the oldest university in England and a mighty symbol of learning and scholarship. Here you can tour the Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology that opened in 1683 and tour the famous Bodleian Library.
  • Head north to Hadrian's Wall, the ancient Roman wall that spans 73 miles from sea to sea. Dating back to 122, Hadrian's Wall was built to defend the Roman province of Britannia.
  • Make a pilgrimage to Canterbury. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and the focus point of Geoffrey Chaucer’s classic Canterbury Tales, this British town is dripping with history, and not all of it good - Canterbury Cathedral was the site of Thomas Becket’s murder in 1170.

 

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Avebury stone circle

September 16, 2018 by Carol Perehudoff 2 Comments

Avebury stone circle in sunlight

Less crowded and more accessible than Stonehenge, Avebury Stone Circle is the largest stone circle in Britain. If you’re a fan of neolithic sights, mystical places and pagan hot spots, Avebury is a fascinating choice. Amazingly enough, it’s also free. As I meandered through Avebury’s Red Lion Pub, I saw a sign on a chalkboard: Curious […]

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5 things you might not know about Mayfair in London

January 30, 2017 by Carol Perehudoff 17 Comments

Things to do in Mayfair, shopping Burlington Arcade

Travelling to London, England, and want to explore the world of the upper crust? Then get yourself to the elegant West End neighbourhood of Mayfair. But before you go, get in the know and read these 5 quirky things you might not know about Mayfair. 5 facts about Mayfair you might not know After I wrote about London’s posh […]

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Visiting the Roman Baths in Bath, England

November 10, 2016 by Carol Perehudoff 19 Comments

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Visiting the Roman Baths in Bath, England, is the highlight of visiting this beautiful town in Somerset. It’s an easy day trip from London and here’s everything you need to know. Visiting the Roman Baths in Bath, England It’s all I can do to stop myself from hurling myself into the brilliant green water. The Great Bath, the […]

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Spa like Jane Austen in Bath

October 21, 2016 by Carol Perehudoff 15 Comments

Jane Austen in Bath, Abbey view

If you’re a Jane Austen fan you’ll want to visit the Georgian town of Bath in England as she moved here in 1801. Here are the best sights to see and top attractions to visit so that you can spa like Jane Austen in Bath. The golden city of Bath Jane Austen, the author of Pride and Prejudice, […]

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Luxury hotels in Bath, UK: Gainsborough Bath Spa hotel

September 2, 2016 by Carol Perehudoff 16 Comments

Luxury hotels in Bath, UK, Gainsborough Bath Spa hotel

When it comes to luxury hotels in Bath, UK, the Gainsborough Bath Spa hotel has something no other hotel can match: thermal water piped right into the pools in their Roman-inspired Spa Village. Add to that fine cuisine, sleek design and a location in the centre of Bath, and you’ve got a great way to vacation […]

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Things to do in the Lake District, England – It’s confusing

August 5, 2016 by Carol Perehudoff 21 Comments

Things to do in the Lake District Tarn Hows

Heading to England? Confused about where to go and what to do? I was. But help is at hand. For some fabulous activities and top things to do in the Lake District, here is a handy Lake District itinerary.   Vacation in the Lake District UK “How many lakes are there in the Lake District?” one of […]

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Bronte sisters in Haworth, England

July 31, 2016 by Carol Perehudoff 16 Comments

Bronte Country West Yorkshire England

It’s a haunting landscape, the moors of West Yorkshire where the Bronte family lived, wrote and loved. It might be something in the water, but it’s impossible to visit Haworth, the Bronte village, and not become a fan, especially as 2016 marks the 200th anniversary of Charlotte Bronte’s birth. If you’re interested in the Bronte sisters in […]

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Beatrix Potter sights in the Lake District

July 24, 2016 by Carol Perehudoff 16 Comments

Esthwaite Water Lake District England

White Aylesbury ducks, sly foxes, scenic fells and lakes – this is the English Lake District that the popular children’s author, Beatrix Potter, knew and loved. Most fun of all, touring some of the top Beatrix Potter sights in the Lake District can lead to unexpected adventures.    My Beatrix Potter adventure begins If I’m like any character […]

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Places to visit in England

August 25, 2014 by Carol Perehudoff 1 Comment

Spa towns in Europe

If you’re going to Europe for the first time, chances are you’re going to visit London. While I adore London, and used to live there (until they said, “Hey, Chickie, you’ve had one too many temporary work visas. You can only come back in as a tourist!”), there are plenty of other fascinating places to visit in England. […]

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