The 8 best hikes through England's beautiful countryside
10 min read • Jul 1, 2022
England has hiking opportunities for everyone, from awe-inspiring day walks to epic long-distance adventures. Here are the best hikes to tackle this year.
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- The best museums in England: get up close and personal with dinosaurs, trains and warships
5 min read • Jul 1, 2022
No matter where you are in England, you'll just be a short hop away from an incredible museum. Here's a list of the country's best.
- 15 top things to do in England, from the obvious to the adventurous and unusual
8 min read • Jun 27, 2022
With its wild coastline, ancient history and rich culture, England invites deep exploration. Here are 15 top things to do in this green and pleasant land.
- Local tips to know before traveling to England
6 min read • Jun 26, 2022
From train prices to the rules for queueing, it’s important to know some key practicalities when visiting England.
- Wimbledon 2022: how to get tickets and travel to tennis' biggest event
7 min read • Jun 22, 2022
From the order of play to standing in the queue for tickets, here's what you need to know about Wimbledon in 2022.
- Getting around in England is simple with these top tips
8 min read • Jun 18, 2022
From whether to hire a car, spend a fortune on a train ticket, or sit for hours on a coach, here are the best way for traveling around in England.
- The best times to visit England for fun, festivals and the great outdoors
6 min read • Jun 16, 2022
England packs a lot into its pint-sized shores. Here's a guide to the best times to come for good weather, outdoor pursuits and England's biggest festivals.
- 16 of the best places to visit in England: from untouched landscapes to culture-packed cities
11 min read • Jun 13, 2022
From historic city centers with stunning architecture to crowd-free stretches of beautiful countryside, here are the highlights of a visit to England.
- 3 perfect England itineraries for every type of traveler
10 min read • May 12, 2022
Want to see as much of England as possible on your trip but don’t know where to start? Try these 3 perfect itineraries taking in the essential sights.
- Explore the best bits of England's 10 national parks: hikes, stargazing, and wildlife
8 min read • Apr 12, 2022
From stargazing to taking on a big hiking challenge, here’s what you can expect from each of England’s 10 national parks.
- England’s most beautiful castles: fall under the spell of these 8 exquisite fortifications
5 min read • Mar 21, 2022
Cameras at the ready! Our list of the most beautiful castles in England will have you snapping away like a Royal corgi.
- Stonehenge: get to know England's most mysterious monument
6 min read • Feb 7, 2022
Stonehenge is a swirl of ancient myths and modern controversy. Use this guide to get the most out of your visit.
- Best things to do with kids in England
5 min read • Apr 27, 2021
Here's how to have the perfect family day out when traveling with children in England.
- Pace yourself in the world’s booziest races
5 min read • Jan 13, 2021
If you enjoy a drink and want a fitness challenge, these six boozy marathons and races could tempt you to pull on your running shoes.
- The Beatles in Liverpool: A Fab Four fan’s guide
6 min read • Dec 8, 2020
The Beatles were four young lads from Liverpool who revolutionized pop music. Here's how fans can explore their roots on a visit to the city.
- The Caledonian Sleeper: Britain’s best train journey?
5 min read • Nov 30, 2020
From choosing cabins to buying tickets, here's what you need to know about the Caledonian Sleeper, one of Britain's best night train services.
- Why do they celebrate Bonfire Night in the UK?
5 min read • Oct 21, 2020
Find out why the Brits mark November 5 - or Bonfire Night - with fireworks, and plan ahead to see the best displays and events in England in 2021.
- 7 attractions you should skip (and where to head instead)
6 min read • Sep 18, 2020
Call it the Instagram effect: some sites are more impressive in person than they seem to be in pics, and others fail to live up to their billing.
- Walk through England's pagan past on the country's oldest road
7 min read • Sep 10, 2020
Follow pagan history on the Ridgeway, an 87-mile-long walking route in southern England.
- UK's top 10 natural wonders
4 min read • Aug 14, 2020
With epic coastlines, hidden coves, misty mountains and everything in between, here are the top natural wonders in the UK.
- 6 new walking trails in northeast England trace the region's unique history
4 min read • Jul 19, 2020
Visit religious sites, explore local culture and find escapism on the Northern Saints Trails, six new walking trails across northeast England.
- The ultimate guide to hiking Hadrian's Wall
7 min read • Jul 7, 2020
If you want to join in the countless trekkers who have walked a section – or all – of Hadrian's Wall, we have some tips for how to prepare and what to expect.