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Windermere
The town of Windermere, Cumbria, lies around one kilometre away from the lake of the same name. It has a number of museums and a railway station which offers train and bus connections to the surrounding area, Manchester, Manchester Airport, and the West Coast Main Line. The main draw of the town is lake Windermere, which is the largest natural lake in England, and is entirely within the Lake District National Park. It has been one of the country’s most popular places for holidays and summer homes since 1847, when the Kendal and Windermere Railway built a branch line to it. If you would like to stay closer to the lake, the town of Bowness-on-Windermere would be well suited for you due to its lakeside location. Boats from the piers in Bowness (about a fifteen-minute walk from the top of Windermere town) sail around the lake, many calling at Ambleside or at Lakeside where there is a restored railway. Windermere is a place of outstanding natural beauty which gives visitors unforgettable experiences all year round.
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Worthing is situated between the coast and the South Downs, and is often known as 'Sunny Worthing' following a popular advertising campaign in the 1890s promoting the town's agreeable climate between the sea and Downs. Historically, the inhabitants of Worthing were nicknamed "pork bolters", dating from the town's days as a fishing village with its many superstitious fishermen and their notoriously extreme avoidance of pigs. In more modern times it has been home to The Worthing Workshop, a late-1960s meeting place for musicians, actors and poets. Owing to the large number of elderly people who reside in Worthing, surrounding areas often refer to the town as "God's Waiting Room". During your visit to Worthing, you shuold try to visit some of the following attractions:
Worthing Pier, opened April 1862.
The Dome, built in 1909 as the Kursaal and converted into the Dome Cinema which opened in 1922.
Castle Goring, built in the 1790s, is Worthing's most important building in terms of its architecture and is one of the town's two Grade I listed buildings.
The Archbishop's Palace in Tarring dates from the 13th century and is Worthing's oldest secular building. It is one of the town's two Grade I listed buildings.
High Salvington windmill.
Cissbury Ring, an ancient hill fort located on the South Downs.
St Paul's Church, formerly the Chapel of Ease, opened in 1812, designed by John Rebecca.
Beach House, built in 1820 by John Rebecca.
Park Crescent, built in 1829 by Amos Henry Wilds.
Worthing Museum and Art Gallery
The numerous parks and gardens, many of which are laid out in the Victorian and Edwardian eras.
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The city of York in North Yorkshire (England) sits on the Rivers Ouse and Foss and is enclosed by medieval walls. York is noted for its wealth of churches and pubs and it is said that there is no point within the city walls where one can stand and not be able to see at least one pub and at least one church! Many of the remaining churches in York are from the medieval period, and York Minster in the city centre is the largest Gothic cathedral in Northern Europe. The city has many museums, including the Castle Museum, Yorkshire Museum & Gardens, Richard III Museum, the York Dungeon and the National Railway Museum. Other recommended attractions for visitors to York are: Clifford's Tower - the site of a massacre of Jews in 1190The Shambles - a narrow medieval street full of character and lined with shops, boutiques and tea rooms.York Racecourse - a major venue for horse racing which hosts the Ebor Handicap Meeting in August.
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Ambleside is one of the best town bases for exploring Cumbria and the Lake District and has a lot to offer tourists with shops, hotels and restaurants. Ambleside is a perfect base for a walking or sightseeing holiday, with easy access to a variety of different walks and tourist attractions. The most spectacular natural site is the 70 foot Stock Ghyll Force waterfall along side the 17th century Bridge house. There are a number of different museums including the Beatrix Potter Museum, exciting for any age!! There are also a number of different boat and gondola trips on the beautiful lake Windermere.
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Aviemore is one of the last wild places in Europe in the exciting Scottish Highlands. There is a huge variety of things to do in Aviemore, relaxing in museums and art galleries to walking, climbing, skiing and kart racing. It is the only place in the UK where you can observe the shy and gentle reindeer, a real treat for all the family. You can also experience a husky dog sled ride, who needs to go to the North Pole? A very popular trip is up the Cairngorm Mountain on the funicular railway. Or you can cycle one of the many new cycle routes in the forests. If you fancy a slower sport then there are 117 holes of golf to experience. Finish this all off with the exciting nightlife and wonderful restaurants and you will agree Aviemore is a brilliant holiday destination.
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Wonderful sandy beaches, sports and recreational facilities and family entertainment have made Ayr one of Britain's premier coastal towns. The award winning town centre offers a great variety of shops, restaurants and pubs, and for those enjoying a flutter - why not try Ayr Racecourse; Scotlands top racecourse. There are a number of different sight that can't be missed in Ayr. The Auld Kirk is a 12th-century church of St. John which was seized by Cromwell – find out how the graves were protected from body snatchers. The 34m statue of William Wallace on the high street is impressive, and if you are interested in architecture; Loudoun Hall in Boat Vennal is a must. The race course is only 2.5 kms from town and hosts the Scottish Grand National in mid-April. If walking is your thing then don't miss out on the West Highland Way, even if it is only for a day. Make sure you pay a visit to Rabbie's Bar where you can listen to traditional poetry or practice your Scottish dancing to one of the many live bands.
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One of the most beautiful cities in England, perfect for a romantic break or a fun filled family holiday. With over 5000 listed buildings to explore you could sightsee for weeks in Bath. The most famous is the Roman Baths, still bubbling with hot spring water after 2000 years. Visit one of the last medieval churches of England, Bath Abbey. You can explore inside for a small fee or sit outside and eat a wonderful sandwich from one of the many eateries while appreciating the sheer magnificence of the building. There is never a dull moment in Bath with the street performers filling every space. If you want something more active you can choose from a range of activities; cycling, rugby, cricket, water-sports, rowing or even hot-air ballooning. To chill-out you can experience a cruise on the canal or spa to refresh body and soul. There’s wonderful shopping, not only your typical high street shops but also plenty of small boutiques and art shops. With a huge range of restaurants and night life you will not have a dull moment in beautiful Bath, enjoy!
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Birmingham has a huge range of things to do, with a zoo, museums, botanical gardens, Cadburys world, historic buildings and endless shopping. If you enjoy sightseeing then Birmingham is the perfect city to explore, with thousands of listed and protected buildings. If you are more taken by modern architecture then there is also plenty to see. Why not visit the new Bullring shopping centre, costing a mere 500 million to build and covering over 26 football pitches. As you can imagine there are enough shops to get lost in for days, as well as numerous restaurants and fast food outlets. You don’t need to travel all the way to Africa to see a giraffe, you can observe hundreds of animals at the zoo. Chocolate lovers must go to Cadburys world, a delicious and educational outing for all the family!! If you fancy something more relaxing you can visit the beautiful botanical gardens or one of the many theatres.
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When you think of Blackpool the first thought that springs to mind may be The Pleasure Beach, but believe me there are many other things to do. By using Blackpool as your base there are lots of things to do in Lancashire. You can stroll along beautiful sandy beaches or explore castles or if you want a slightly more challenging walk then go to the rugged West Pennine Moor. Whatever your budget you can find a variety of different fast food outlets and superb restaurants. Many come to Blackpool to have endless fun at The Pleasure Beach, followed by awesome nightlife. Whatever takes your fancy you can find in and around Blackpool.
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Bournemouth is the perfect holiday destination, with so much on offer. If the sun is shining, relax on the beach and have a swim in the sea, visit the exotic gardens, and take a boat to nearby Brownsea Island. If the weather is not so great, why not visit the vast array of shops, cafes and museums. In the evening, eat at your choice of great restaurants, take in a show at the theatre, have a drink at a trendy bar. and then boogy the night away at one of the many night clubs. If you have time, you should travel out of Bournemouth to nearby Christchurch or go for a walk in the New Forest. Finish the holiday with a trip to the Isle of Purbeck and Corfe Castle, and a ride on The Swanage Railway.
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Bradford is the major settlement in the City of Bradford Metropolitan District of the Metropolitan county of West Yorkshire, England. A historic Yorkshire city, Bradford became a municipal borough of the West Riding of Yorkshire in 1847, and received its charter as a city in 1897. The city status was transferred to the metropolitan district when it was formed in 1974. It has a population of 293,717 with the district as a whole having 485,000 inhabitants. By urban sub-area, it is the 11th largest settlement in England.
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Brighton is a real jewel of the South Coast, combining a beautiful setting with a host of activity options which offer something for everyone in any weather. In the summer months, the sandy beach is amongst the best in England, and the famous Brighton Pier offers fun for all the family. No trip to Brighton is complete without a tour of the Royal Pavilion and a visit to some of many museums and art galleries. For those who love to shop, the award winning Churchill Square Shopping Centre will appeal to all tastes and budgets! Brighton also hosts an amazing number and variety of good restaurants and bars, so if you are a night owl you will be well looked after. Finally, make sure you spend some time in the Marina area watching the boats coming and going and soaking in the atmosphere.
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Bristol is becoming the top city break destination in the country. With a wide variety of good pubs and restaurants, and a friendly cosmopolitan atmosphere, Bristol has it all. Walk across the Downs, visit the famous Clifton Suspension Bridge, or climb aboard the S.S. Great Britain!
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The city of Cambridge is an old English university town and the administrative centre of the county of Cambridgeshire. It lies approximately 50 miles (80 km) north-northeast of London and is surrounded by a number of smaller towns and villages. It is also at the heart of the high-technology centre known as Silicon Fen and is one of the major constituent parts of the Oxford-Cambridge Arc. Cambridge is best known for the University of Cambridge, which includes the renowned Cavendish Laboratory, King's College Chapel, and the Cambridge University Library. The Cambridge skyline is dominated by the last two, along with the chimney of Addenbrooke's Hospital in the far south of the city and St John's College Chapel tower in the north. couresy of Wikipedia
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Home to Canterbury Cathedral, Canterbury offers the visitor so much. This wonderful city sits on the River Stour in an attractive corner of rural Kent. Visitors can enjoy trips to the seaside at Herne Bay, visits to nearby beautiful towns such as Whitstable or walks in the nearby countryside. Canterbury is a cathedral city in east Kent in South East England and is the seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Primate of All England, head of the Church of England and of the worldwide Anglican Communion.
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Cardiff (or in Welsh: Caerdydd) is the capital of Wales and its largest city. Located on the south coast of Wales it is administered as a unitary authority. It was a small town until the early nineteenth century and came to prominence following the arrival of industry in the region and the use of Cardiff as a major port for the transport of coal. It eventually grew to become the largest city in Wales and serves as a major centre of culture, sport and history in the UK. Cardiff was made a city in 1905 and proclaimed capital of Wales in 1955.
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Cardigan (or in Welsh: Aberteifi) is the traditional county town of Cardiganshire (Ceredigion) in west Wales. The town, founded in 1093 by the Norman Roger de Montgomery, lies on the estuary of the River Teifi and has a large welsh speaking community. Attractions in the town include the remains of Cardigan Castle, a heritage centre, arts centre and a currently under-used nineteenth century guildhall. In 1176 the castle became the site of the first competitive Eisteddfod. Cardigan also hosted the National Eisteddfod in 1942 and 1976. The castle was for many years in private hands and as a result became run down and derelict. The town council itself showed little interest in saving it. However a group of volunteers, and the local Catholic Priest, working separately did raise its profile. Ceredigion Council finally bought it in 2003.
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The Regency Spa town of Cheltenham is renowned for it horse racing, but there is so much more on offer. Explore the colourful parks, visit the famous Pittville Pump Room, walk in the Cotswolds or enjoy the regular special events held in the area. Cheltenham also boasts a number of excellent bars and restaurants where you can enjoy your evenings.
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The beautiful Roman city of Chester blends beautifully into modern life. The city of Chester and county of Cheshire boast an abundance of stunning scenery, heritage and character, and whether you're here on business or leisure you will be charmed by the surroundings. In the day, browse the designer boutiques, walk around the beautiful gardens and zoo, or go to the races, and by night enjoy fine food and drink in the countless excellent bars and restaurants.
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Clevedon is a town in North Somerset, England. The name derives from the Saxon, 'Cleve' meaning Cleave or Cleft and 'don' meaning hill, the town being situated amongst a group of small hills alongside the Bristol Channel. The town has a population of 23,000 according to the UK government census of 2001.
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Colchester is a town and is the main settlement of the Essex borough of Colchester in the East of England. It has a population of 104,390 and, as the oldest recorded Roman town, makes claim to be the oldest town in Britain. Colchester is located 51 miles (83 km) north east of London and is connected to the capital by the A12 road and the Great Eastern Main Line.
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Dublin (or in Irish: Baile Átha Cliath) is the capital and largest city of the Republic of Ireland, near the midpoint of Ireland's east coast, at the mouth of the River Liffey and at the centre of the Dublin Region. Founded as a centre of Viking settlement, the city has been Ireland's capital since medićval times. The city of Dublin is the entire area administered by Dublin City Council. However, when most people talk about 'Dublin', they also refer to the contiguous suburban areas that run into the adjacent counties of Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown, Fingal and South Dublin. This area is sometimes known as 'Urban Dublin' or the 'Dublin Metropolitan Area'. A person from Dublin is known as a Dubliner or colloquially as a Dub, or, mildly pejoratively, a Jackeen. In a 2003 European-wide survey by the BBC, questioning 11,200 residents of 112 urban and rural areas, Dublin was the best capital city in Europe to live in, and the Republic of Ireland the most content country in Europe.
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Edinburgh (or in Scottish Gaelic: Důn Čideann) is the capital of Scotland and its second-largest city. It is situated on the east coast of the central lowlands, on the south shore of the Firth of Forth, on the North sea. It forms the City of Edinburgh council area; the city council area includes urban Edinburgh and a small rural area. It has been the capital of Scotland since 1437 and is the seat of the country's parliament. The Old Town and New Town districts of Edinburgh were listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995. Edinburgh is well-known for the annual Edinburgh Festival, a collection of official and independent festivals held annually over about four weeks from early August. During this time, the population of the city is said to increase dramatically. The most famous of these events are the Edinburgh Fringe (the largest performing arts festival in the world), the Edinburgh International Festival, the Edinburgh Military Tattoo, and the Edinburgh International Film Festival. Other famous events are the Hogmanay street party and the Beltane celebrations. The city is one of Europe's major tourist destinations, attracting roughly 13 million visitors a year, and is the second most visited tourist destination in the United Kingdom, after London.
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Egham is a small town in the Runnymede borough of Surrey in South East England and part of the London commuter belt. It is located 30 km (19 miles) southwest of central London on both the River Thames and on the M25 motorway (Junction 13). Royal Holloway, University of London is situated on Egham Hill, 1 km to the west of the town. couresy of Wikipedia
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Gatwick Airport (IATA: LGW, ICAO: EGKK) is London's second largest airport and the second busiest airport in the UK after Heathrow. It is also the busiest single runway airport, and sixth busiest airport overall, in Europe in terms of passengers per year. It is located in Crawley, West Sussex (originally Charlwood, Surrey) 2.7 nm (5 km or 3 miles) north of the town centre, and 24.7 nm (46 km or 28 miles) south of London, and 40 km north of Brighton. In 2005, the airport handled over 32.6 million passengers, flying to around 200 destinations. Charter airlines are generally not allowed to operate from Heathrow and many use Gatwick instead as their base. Many flights to and from the USA also use Gatwick because of restrictions on transatlantic operations from Heathrow. The airport is a secondary hub for British Airways and Virgin Atlantic.
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Glasgow (Glaschu in Gaelic; or Glesca/Glesga in Scots) is the largest city in Scotland. The City of Glasgow is also the most populous unitary authority area. It is situated on the River Clyde in the country's west central lowlands. People from Glasgow are known as Glaswegians. Glaswegian is also the name of the local dialect of Scots, which is popularly referred to as "the Glasgow Patter". Formerly a royal burgh, Glasgow was known as the "Second City of the British Empire" in the Victorian era. Glasgow established itself as a major transatlantic trading port during the Industrial Revolution. The Clyde was the world's pre-eminent shipbuilding centre, building many revolutionary and famous vessels. Today Glasgow has Scotland's largest and most economically important commerce and retail sector. It is one of Europe's top 16 financial centers and home to many of the country's leading businesses. Glasgow is the second most popular foreign tourist destination in Scotland after Edinburgh.
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Harrogate is a large town in North Yorkshire, England. It was the winner of the 2003 Britain in Bloom in the category of 'Large Town'. From there it went on to win the European Entente Florale competition in 2004. This reprises its win in the first ever Entente Florale competition in 1977. In 2005 Harrogate was stated as the UK's 3rd best place to live. In 2006 it came 4th in the same league. There are many fine examples of building and architecture about the town, including the Royal Hall theatre, a Grade II listed building designed by Frank Matcham. As the only surviving Kursaal in Britain, the Royal Hall is an important national heritage building. Restoration work began in early 2006. Harrogate is now one of Europe's largest exhibition and conference centres and has many guest houses, hotels and restaurants catering for the regular influx of visitors. The town also acts, to some extent, as a dormitory town for commuters working in the cities of Leeds and Bradford. Harrogate is strongly connected to Leeds, and is part of the Leeds City Region, the city at the centre of the financial region. Road transport to Leeds is via the A61 road. The town is served by four railway stations: Harrogate railway station, Hornbeam Park railway station, Pannal railway station (towards Leeds) and Starbeck railway station on the Harrogate Line to Knaresborough and York. Bettys Tea Rooms are a regionally renowned tearooms. They are owned by Bettys and Taylors of Harrogate - the same company that makes the more nationally well-known Yorkshire Tea. Another well-known Harrogate company is Farrah's [4] who are famous for their Harrogate Toffee. Harrogate hosts the Great Yorkshire Show annually.
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Huddersfield is a large town near the confluence of the River Colne and the River Holme. It is in the Metropolitan Borough of Kirklees in West Yorkshire and is located within the historic borders of the West Riding of Yorkshire. Huddersfield is notable for its abundance of fine Victorian architecture. It has the third highest number of listed buildings of any town or city in the UK. The most conspicuous landmark in the Huddersfield area is Victoria Tower on Castle Hill. Overlooking the town, the tower was constructed to mark Queen Victoria's 60th Jubilee Year. A picture of the Victoria Tower features on the New Zealand wine Castle Hill. Huddersfield has a large and diverse shopping area, compared to most towns of its size. One of the central shopping areas is the Kingsgate Centre which was completed in 2001. There is a covered market hall, which has listed building status due in part to its distinctive roof formed by hyperbolic paraboloids, adjacent to the town hall and public library (see Historical landmarks above), and an open market on the opposite side of the town centre. Nightlife has improved dramatically in recent years, with many new trendy pubs and bars establishing in an area surrounding King Street and the Kingsgate Centre. These have proved popular with the ever expanding student population. The Lawrence Batley Theatre,opened in 1994, housed in what was once the largest Wesleyan Chapel in the world, presents dance, drama, comedy, music and exhibitions.
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Kingston upon Hull, more usually referred to simply as Hull, is a city and unitary authority in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England. It is located on the north bank of the Humber estuary, near the east coast, and on both sides of the River Hull, which flows into the Humber. There are two large shopping centres in Hull - the Prospect Centre and Prince's Quay Shopping Centre, the latter of which is built on stilts in the former Prince's Dock. There is also the indoor Trinity Market featuring around fifty stalls. On completion, the new St. Stephen's development will also become home to several large stores. The city has two main theatres. The larger is the Hull New Theatre, which opened in 1939. It features musicals, opera, ballet, drama, children's shows and pantomime. The Hull Truck Theatre is a smaller independent theatre established in 1971. It regularly features plays, notably those written by John Godber. Hull has a lively nightlife, attracting people from outlying areas as well as inhabitants of the city. Hull has the concentration of pubs and bars expected of any large city in contemporary Britain. The larger nightclubs include Waterfront, Heaven and Hell, Pozition, the Welly, Spiders and, until recently, LA's.
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Ipswich is the county town of Suffolk and a non-metropolitan district in East Anglia, England on the estuary of the River Orwell.
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Keswick is a market town in the Lake District National Park, in northern England. The town is situated just north of Derwent Water, one of the Lake District's most picturesque lakes, and a short distance from Bassenthwaite Lake. It is on the A66 road linking Workington and Penrith, as well as the A591 road, linking it to Windermere, Kendal and to Carlisle (via the A595 road). Keswick was granted a charter to be a market town in 1276 by Edward I, the market is held every Saturday in the pedestrianised main street in the middle of the town. The marketplace features the interesting Moot Hall which used to act as the town hall but is now the local tourist information office. Today, the majority of Keswick's businesses are tourism related, providing accommodation and facilities for the tens of thousands of people visiting the area each year. The Keswick Tourism Association publishes an annual guide to the area, including details of annually inspected and approved visitor accommodation. Many visitors to Keswick come for the town's annual film festival that in 2006 attracted almost 3,000 paying customers. Keswick is also host to an annual beer festival which takes place on Keswick Rugby Club field and an annual Jazz Festival. couresy of Wikipedia
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