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This green and pleasant land, this sceptred isle, this crucible of empire and pioneer of parliamentary democracy: England is eccentric and endlessly intriguing.

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12 Days Southwest England: Bansky's Bristol, Cornwall, and Coastal Britain
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12 Days Southwest England: Bansky's Bristol, Cornwall, and Coastal Britain

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  1. 1 Searching for Banksy’s Bristol during a guided street art walking tour
  2. 2 Making your own graffiti with the help of a local Bristol artist
  3. 3 Learning how to surf in Newquay, England’s best-regarded town for water with waves
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Best Things to Do

Home to beautiful beaches, quiet wetlands and tons of history, East Anglia should really be better known than it is – here are the best things to do.

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Best Time to Visit

England packs a lot into its pint-sized shores. Time your visit just right for the best experience.

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Things to Know

England is famous worldwide, yes — but you shouldn’t think you know everything before you go. Here are essential tips before your next trip to England.

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Transportation

With info on everything from car hire to train tickets, ferries to coach services, here's what you need to know to travel around in England.

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Best Road Trips

Be inspired by these road trips across England to take a multiday drive through gorgeous landscapes, quaint villages and along epic coastlines.

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Money and Costs

Is it possible to explore England on a budget? It is with these top money-saving tips.

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Traveling with Kids

From visiting zoos and theme parks to exploring the countryside and coastline, here are the best things to do with babies, toddlers, tweens or teens.

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Best Places to Visit

London, Oxford, and Bath may draw the lion’s share of literary travellers, but the soul of England’s bookish history lies in its small towns and villages

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Accessibility

England is a spectacular showcase of some the world's finest attractions, both natural and manmade. For many with limited mobility or another disability,…

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