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Peak District, England: 14 Unmissable Things to Do + Best Walks + Map

November 1, 2023

The First National Park in England, the Peak District boasts of having one of the most stunning landscapes in the UK. Spread over 500 square miles mostly in Derbyshire, Peak District is very famous for its rugged rolling hills, magnificent valleys, breath-taking rocky edges, idyllic reservoirs, and spectacular show caves. It’s extremely popular with the …

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22 Unmissable Things to Do in Durham, England – Travel Guide + Map

April 11, 2023

Durham is most famous for its historic cathedral, which is the final resting place of St Cuthbert – the patron saint of North England. In fact, this cathedral city was built when the monks of Lindisfarne and their successors found this place in Dun Holm (means Hill island) in 995 AD, after 200 years of …

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30 Top Things to Do in Newcastle – Places to Visit + Fun Activities + Map

March 23, 2023

Newcastle is the city of seven bridges and the party capital of North England. This bustling city has been voted as the third best nightlife destination in Europe. It has its historic Grainger Town, an amazing waterfront, a Chinatown, a medieval castle and above all, Hadrian’s Wall Path – a UNESCO World Heritage site – …

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Haworth, West Yorkshire – 12 Most Awesome Things To Do

February 22, 2023

Haworth, a hidden gem in West Yorkshire, England is most famous for its connection with the Bronte Sisters – three literary genius – Emily, Charlotte and Anne. They spent most of their lives in this village in the 19th century and created timeless classics like Wuthering Heights, Jane Eyre and The Tenant of Wildfell Hall. …

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How to Spend a Day in Hadrian’s Wall – 11 Top Things to Do + Walk

January 11, 2023

Hadrian’s Wall is a UNESCO World Heritage site – a must-visit place while you are in northern England. In AD 122, during the reign of Roman Emperor – Hadrian, the construction started to build this 73-mile long Roman fortification. This coast-to-coast frontier stretched from Wallsend (about 4 miles east of Newcastle) to Bowness-on-Solway, west of …

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24 Incredible Things to Do in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire

January 9, 2023

Knaresborough is an idyllic market town and a hidden gem of Yorkshire. The origin of this historic town can be traced back to the Anglo-Saxon period. If you’re looking for things to do and see on your visit to Knaresborough, this guide has you covered. You’ll find everything you need to plan a perfect weekend …

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Keswick, Lake District – 15 Most Awesome Things to do

January 3, 2023

Keswick is a charming market town located in Lake District, northwest of England. Nestled on the north shore of Derwentwater and surrounded by lovely mountains, It is truly a gem of the Lake District – a UNESCO World Heritage site. This lakeside town was a firm favourite with romantic poets, Coleridge and Southey. Keswick offers …

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