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The Long Walk to Windsor Castle.

The Long Walk to Windsor Castle.

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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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Banksy’s Bristol, Cornwall’s Villages, and Coastal Britain: 12 Days in Southwest England

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  1. 1Searching for Banksy’s Bristol during a guided street art walking tour
  2. 2Making your own graffiti with the help of a local Bristol artist
  3. 3Learning 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 packs a lot into its pint-sized shores. Time your visit just right for the best experience.


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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

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Accessibility

London has made major progress in recent years to make itself more accessible to people with disabilities. The city is still some way from achieving a…


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