Sep 03

The British Isles feature a countryside which is rich and varied, thrilling cities and towns, excellent seaside towns and varied cultures, all of which create one of the finest vacation destinations in Europe.Whichever country you choose for a vacation Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland you can be certain that, whatever your likes and dislikes,  you can find lots to maintain your interest for not less than two weeks. Whereas cities akin to London and Edinburgh  are the most well-liked places to visit, there are lots of different places that are definitely worth visiting and one of the often  missed regions in England, with reference to holidays, is the county of Surrey.

Surrey is a county situated within the South East of England lower than 1 hour from London, the nation’s capital. Because of the  close proximity to London, the county is extremely fashionable with commuters and while this has elevated the population, and the price of  living, it has, rather surprisingly, had small affect upon the picturesque countryside. While Surrey is commonly overlooked in favour of the capital,  and the nearby counties of of Sussex and Kent, this is to the nice benefit of the adventurous visitor.

Many visitors are interested in England because of its influential history and places like London profit from being home to a  huge selection of world class customer attractions and lots of historic buildings. Whereas Surrey is unable to offer such  prestigious visitor attractions as many other parts of England it is home to an enormous collection of historic buildings, many of which are  of utmost importance.

Spread across the county are numerous highly interesting constructions including a fantastic choice of windmills which include; Outwood Post Mill, Wray Common Mill, New Mill and Lowfield Heath Mill, plus those at Frimley Green, Reigate Heath, Buckland and Charlwood and more.

Lots of the non secular buildings could be dated back many centuries and even way back to the  twelfth and thirteenth centuries. Wherever you travel on this region of England you’ll not journey too great a distance before you come upon a very small village or hamlet most of which feature a number of pretty old houses, a village green, a local pub and of course, the local place of worship.

These villages are nice locations to stop for a bite to eat and it is usually worth your time investigating the church as many have ancient  architectural workings, interesting burial places and stunning stained glasswork. As well as the countless churches there are a number of  priories which are also well worth investigating. Worthy of a special mention are the ruins of Waverley Abbey, the very first Cistercian abbey  in the United Kingdom of Great Britain.

Of course Surrey has a great many more attractions, unfortunately far to numerous to include here but you will find masses of information online. When you are online you might wish to check out accommodation Camberley bed and breakfast offers an amazingly relaxing environment and there are a few excellent Camberley hotels which feature highly affordable beds for the night, but you might find cheaper in Guildford, Surrey’s main settlement.

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Sep 01

Britain is famed for seaside resorts that include fast food such as fish and chips, quirky postcards, kiss-me-quick hats and stag and hen parties. In the previous couple of decades only the resorts of Brighton and Blackpool have retained their number of visitors as an increasing number of  British families journey to hotter countries to spend their yearly vacation. Nevertheless a couple of United Kingdom resorts seem to be trying to to regain their position in the British tourism industry. In the article below I examine Scarborough an increasingly popular English seaside resort.

Scarborough is actually the oldest seaside resort in the United Kingdom having been talked about in a publication which was written in the 1660s, which spoke of the medical advantages of spa in the area. The spa is still in existence to this day and is found in South Bay. Now called the Scarborough Spa Complex it, not unlike visitor attractions, has reinvented itself and now presents quite a lot of leisure facilities while also offering facilities for weddings and company events.

In some ways the resort has cleverly managed to present itself as a superb mix of the new and the historic. Keeping lots of its Victorian spa and seaside appeal the town nowadays advertises  itself as centre for the creative arts and digital industries. More and more old structures are being redesigned and brought bang up to date and, for example, an old museum is today a specially designed space for artists. Further enhancing this contemporary approach to tourism you can now have free access to a wi-fi Web connection all along the harbour’s promenade.

Altogether this bold strategy has produced a wonderful family vacation destination with plenty of visitor attractions which are family friendly including numerous amazing museums and galleries, parks and gardens, theme parks and a fair selection of historic buildings. With an impressive shoreline and fantastic countryside it’s little marvel that the town also provides loads of opportunities for sports activities and the sport of surfing is very quickly rising in popularity.

Museums and art galleries in, or near to, Scarborough include the following galleries, Grosmont Gallery & Jazz Cafe, South Street Gallery, Crescents Arts and Scarborough Art Gallery and the following museums, Eden Camp Modern History Theme Museum, The Rotunda Museum, Beck Isle Museum of Rural Life and Millenium.

Parks, gardens and places of natural beauty to visit include; The Walled Garden at Scampston, Hazelhead Lake, The Bridestones and The Crosscliff Estate plus Peasholm Park and Peasholm Island. Historical places of interest include Ebberston Hall, Scarborough Castle, Peak Alum Works and Scampston Hall. You may also find the following of interest, The Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul, All Saints Church, Church of St Mary and Church of St-Martin-on-the-Hill.

Most probably the favourite family attraction in Scarborough is the fantastic Sea Life Centre but other family attractions to pay a visit include; Atlantis, Terror Tower, Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo and Kinderland plus several other wildlife and animal visitor attractions such as, Grainary Wildlife Farm, Moorland Trout Farms and Betton Farm.

Obviously the article above is only a short introduction to the endless list of attractions within the town however if after reading the article above you would wish to take a short vacation at this incredible seaside resort and you are looking for bed and breakfast in Scarborough then please think about taking a look at our comprehensive listings of discount Scarborough hotels.

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Aug 25

From time to time it sort of feels that the United Kingdom, and particularly England, is just one huge holiday spot because, principally, to the truth that anywhere you end up you are never too great a distance from a firstclass attraction, area of exceptional natural beauty, an extremely good museum or art gallery or a  town  stuffed with amenities appropriate for all genres of holidays.

Most people who visit England have a tendency to choose London as their destination. Whilst  this makes complete sense if you are only going to visit the country once  there are many other nice places to to spend some time in.

The city of London has probably the most most easily recognisable tourist attractions in the world. Essentially the most well-known are commonly  have connections with the British Royal Family, for instance Buckingham Palace. Being the capital city additionally it is where you will find some of the country’s finest museums and art galleries, however equal museums and art galleries are found across the nation for example the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool.

Towns similar to Liverpool are fast changing into highly popular locations for visitors searching for something  just a little bit different to their usual beach vacation. Whilst the city features a lot of visitor attractions related to the well-known sons of Liverpool you don’t have to search far before you discover of exceptional quality. The Albert Dock area is well worth a visit and it is where you’re going to find the Maritime Museum and the Tate Gallery.  Recently it was the European Capital of Culture and Liverpool now has masses to keep visitors entertained and few locations feature such a lively and enjoyable nightlife.

If you’re searching for  a seaside vacation England has plenty of glorious seaside resorts with the most popular being Newquay, Brighton and Blackpool.

Brighton and Blackpool each have an extended affiliation with tourism and while Brighton benefits from a big student and youth population to spice up the night-life Blackpool is is more fashionable for things like hen and stag nights.

Newquay is a popular  family seaside vacation spot however additionally it is among the best locations to either indulge in surfing or to be taught to surf. Miles and miles of gorgeous  Cornish seashores feature among the best surfing opportunities in England, Scotland and Wales.

One of the superb points about taking a break in England is that wherever you choose to stay you’ll find England hotels, guesthouses or bed and breakfasts to match your budget. If you want to stay someplace low-cost and cheerful there are plenty of two and three star graded places offering budget accommodation however it is usually well worth looking for last minute booking discounts as it’s typically possible book a room, let us say in London, for as low as £15 a night.

If you are in need of cheap hotels in Great Britain then please take a look at http://hotels.simplytop.com

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Jul 31

From time to time it sort of feels that the United Kingdom, and particularly England, is just one huge holiday spot because, principally, to the truth that anywhere you end up you are never too great a distance from a firstclass attraction, area of exceptional natural beauty, an extremely good museum or art gallery or a  town  stuffed with amenities appropriate for all genres of holidays.

Most people who visit England have a tendency to choose London as their destination. Whilst  this makes complete sense if you are only going to visit the country once  there are many other nice places to to spend some time in.

The city of London has probably the most most easily recognisable tourist attractions in the world. Essentially the most well-known are commonly  have connections with the British Royal Family, for instance Buckingham Palace. Being the capital city additionally it is where you will find some of the country’s finest museums and art galleries, however equal museums and art galleries are found across the nation for example the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool.

Towns similar to Liverpool are fast changing into highly popular locations for visitors searching for something  just a little bit different to their usual beach vacation. Whilst the city features a lot of visitor attractions related to the well-known sons of Liverpool you don’t have to search far before you discover of exceptional quality. The Albert Dock area is well worth a visit and it is where you’re going to find the Maritime Museum and the Tate Gallery.  Recently it was the European Capital of Culture and Liverpool now has masses to keep visitors entertained and few locations feature such a lively and enjoyable nightlife.

If you’re searching for  a seaside vacation England has plenty of glorious seaside resorts with the most popular being Newquay, Brighton and Blackpool.

Brighton and Blackpool each have an extended affiliation with tourism and while Brighton benefits from a big student and youth population to spice up the night-life Blackpool is is more fashionable for things like hen and stag nights.

Newquay is a popular  family seaside vacation spot however additionally it is among the best locations to either indulge in surfing or to be taught to surf. Miles and miles of gorgeous  Cornish seashores feature among the best surfing opportunities in England, Scotland and Wales.

One of the superb points about taking a break in England is that wherever you choose to stay you’ll find England hotels, guesthouses or bed and breakfasts to match your budget. If you want to stay someplace low-cost and cheerful there are plenty of two and three star graded places offering budget accommodation however it is usually well worth looking for last minute booking discounts as it’s typically possible book a room, let us say in London, for as low as £15 a night.

If you are in need of cheap hotels in Great Britain then please take a look at http://hotels.simplytop.com

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Jul 30

Stratford-upon-Avon is a fantastic market  town within the West Midlands region of England within Britain which is incredibly well liked by tourists. Mainly the town is incredibly famous for being the town in which William Shakespeare was born and even though the vast majority of visitor points of interest in Stratford-upon-Avon are associated with the famous playwright and poett there are plenty of different reasons to take a holiday within Stratford.

Situated 91 miles away from London, the nations capital Stratford-upon-Avon is the best place to see a play by William Shakespeare especially in the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. Although the town tends to get crowded with visitors it is still a amazing vacations destination.

Stratford has masses of Jacobean and Elizabethan structures and in places such as Henley Street and Sheep Street you will find those half-timbered black and white dwellings and other buildings. Henley Street is most well known for being the street where you will find Shakespeare’s Birthplace, but it is also a superb shopping area. The oldest house (still lived in) in Stratford is situated on Sheep Street. The Shrieves House is believed to be the house in which Oliver Cromwell stayed in before the second battle of Worcester but, sadly, there is little evidence to prove the fact.

Art Galleries In Stratford-upon-Avon

Stratford-upon-Avon is an inspiring place visually and the town features many first class art galleries including; the Retrospectives Art Gallery, the Barge Gallery, the Montpellier Gallery and the Country Artists Visitor Centre.

Other Stratford Attractions

Besides the main visitor attractions of Holy Trinity Church, the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Shakespeare’s Birthplace and Anne Hathaway’s Cottage there are plenty of other tourist attractions to interest you. Those attractions which may interest you include; the Teddy Bear Museum, Stratford Brass Rubbing Centre, the Butterfly Farm and Stratford Armouries.

One of the most obvious features of the town is the fact that it is built upon the banks of the breathtaking River Avon. Nothing can be more pleasurable than taking a cruise on the river. Besides the River Avon Stratford-upon-Avon also features another waterway, the Stratford-upon-Avon Canal, which meets the River Avon at Stratford.

The town is also excellent for cycling vacations as it has many cycle paths including the 5 mile long Stratford Greenway. Touring the surrounding rural areas is immensely enjoyable and a small collection of gorgeous places to visit, for example Clopton Bridge, are found within an easy distance of the town.

If you are thinking about taking a vacation in England and you are searching for Stratford bed & breakfast please examine our comprehensive listings of Stratford-upon-Avon hotels.

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Jul 26

Britain is one of the most well-liked trip locations in the whole of Europe. One of the primary reasons for this immense popularity is the superb checklist containing  an enormous quantity of world class sights and interesting cities often with long histories. The history of England is full of important events which have affected on all of us as only a generation or two ago many countries where part of the British Empire. With the expansion of the British Empire countless missionaries spread Christianity. Religion has helped shape Great Britain and one place which has played a role in this is Canterbury.

Canterbury Visitor Attractions

Canterbury is an ancient community in Kent positioned on the River Stour’s banks. This immensely pretty city is the ecclesiastical capital of the nation and it has been for a great many years. Because of this the city features a number of prestigious ecclesiastical structures, the best being Canterbury Cathedral.

Canterbury Cathedral is best known for Becket’s murder but the cathedral was founded in 597 A.D. and has an eventful and long past. Within a short space of time after the death of Thomas a Becket many miracles occurred and a shrine was constructed which very quickly became a place of pilgrimage. Unfortunately it is impossible to see the shrine because King Henry VIII destroyed it however the cathedral remains a place of pilgrimage for large numbers of folk.

The Canterbury Tales is the most popular museum in the town. The museum demonstrates, through the use of medieval tableaux, the pilgrimages made during Chaucerian times. Chaucer wrote the incredibly popular Canterbury Tales which describes the pilgrimages of five individuals. Audiovisual aids are used to bring these tales to life over 45 minutes.

The Museum of Canterbury (formerly known as The Canterbury Heritage Museum) is a further well visited museum. Situated within the Poor Priest’s Hospital this excellent museum exhibits the history of the town. Using bang up to date computers and other technology, as well as holographic images, this museum depicts eras ranging from the Vikings to the Blitz.

The Canterbury Roman Museum is a strange museum in that it is underground. Using actual archaeological sites the museum brings to life the Roman era through interactive computers. This is an opportunity to see with your own eyes a Roman house featuring patterned mosaics.

Obviously the town has many more attractions, simply too many to debate here. The nighlife alone would merit another article. Above I discuss only a handful however I hope that this has generated a fascination with the town and maybe you would give thought to spending some time there soon.

If you are thinking about taking a vacation in England and are searching for cheap bed and breakfast in Canterbury please take a look at our comprehensive listings of Canterbury hotels.

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Jul 24

The UK boasts scores of popular selections for international tourists who want to check out the region. Southport, which is found in the northwest of England, is considered to be one of the best sea side travel locations in the united kingdom. Besides the stunning vistas of the never ending sands, and ocassionally the sea, Southport has numerous different visitor attractions.

Lord Street, in Southport, is well-known all through Europe because of its many attractions. The location retains many elements of the English Victorian era. Beyond just the stunning architectural mastery of the resort’s structures, it offers numerous decorative gardens with pools and water features for vacationers to relax in.

Napoleon III lived just off Lord Street in eighteen forty six and he was so impressed with the beauty of Lord Street that when he became the French Emperor he set about rebuild Paris with wide pavements lined with trees and covered arcades and walkways as he had enjoyed in Southport.

Furthermore, it is the home of the Southport War Memorial, an imposing construction featuring an obelisk at the centre,  which respects veterans who fought in the Second World War. Constructed at the middle Lord Street it is one of the seaside resort’s most striking attractions.

The Wayfarers Arcade of Southport, situated just off the renowned Lord Street, is one of the most celebrated shopping arcades in the country. You will find around thirty retailers, found on 2 different levels that offer a number of shops, from well known department stores, such as Broadbents, to the master artisan home furniture stores, such as Multiyork.

Further Afield

In addition, Southport is recognized as the country’s golfing capital, attracting many enthusiasts of the sport from around the globe. The town features numerous golf courses ranging from small exclusive clubs to the incredibly popular Municipal Links but the most well known course is The Royal Birkdale Golf Club which is used for the Open Championship. Next to The Royal Birkdale Golf Club is the Southport and Ainsdale Golf Club which sports several challenging holes.

Churchtown’s Botanic Gardens on the edge of the town lure a large number of people annually. Its notable, and well kept gardens retain their Victorian appeal and the long boating lake is teeming with geese, ducks, swans and surprisingly Heron and other kinds of creatures. The park also is the home of a café, small zoo and museum.

At the park’s main entrance is the picturesque village called Churchtown. The village features protected very old fishermen’s cottages and homes. There are different distinctive nooks and crannies both in the village and in the gardens which are just longing to be uncovered by its guests. Churchtown also features a small chapel which is a well-liked wedding location for lovers.

Finding Southport hotels is pretty easy with a wide number of hotels and guest houses  available to book online. There are guest houses and hotels  for all budgets and tastes  from economical  hotel to the immensely expensive  top class luxury  accommodation in Southport’s town centre or just outside.

If you are currently in the process of planning a seaside vacation then please take a look at our long listings of Southport hotels.

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Jul 21

Although the Channel Tunnel was opened a while ago the town of Dover in Kent remains one England’s major ferry ports. The town is positioned on the narrowest part of the English channel making it the proper site for ferries across to the country of France. Many of the ferries make their way over to France, although other locations are serviced as well. Though most individuals are likely to drive right through Dover when leaving on a ferry or returning on one, there are numerous reasons why it is a good suggestion to take a vacation in the port.

Dover Attractions

In recent years the local council has allocated a substantial amount of cash on sprucing up the town with the consequence that today it’s moderately pretty and much less plain than it was in the past. Today the port of Dover is home to a reasonable collection of modern amenities, especially in case you are all for sports activities. Sports facilities include Aylesham Leisure Project, Tides Leisure Centre, Dover Sea Sports Centre, John Myers Sports Hall, Fowlmead Country Park, Sandwich Sport & Leisure Centre, Walmer Paddling Pool, Deal Indoor Tennis Centre and Castle Community College Artificial Turf Pitch.

As well as the numerous sports associated tourist attractions in the city features a an implausible choice of interesting historic buildings which managed to avoid the bombings of WWII including Walmer Castle & Gardens, Deal Castle, Dover Castle, Dover Town Hall, the Roman Painted House, Richborough Roman Fort & Amphitheatre, Sandwich Guildhall, The Grand Shaft, South Foreland Lighthouse, as well as the Battle of Britain Memorial.

Parks & Gardens In Or Close To Dover

The port of Dover is surrounded by stunning countryside of Kent however there is additionally a fair variety of amazing parks and gardens for example Victoria Park, Pencester Gardens, Connaught Park, Crabble Athletic Ground, River Recreation Ground, Danes Recreation Ground, Elms Vale, Kearsney Abbey, Marke Wood, and the Seafront at Walmer.

Art Galleries & Museums

The port of Dover features a respectable collection of brilliant art galleries And museums all of which are well worth spending some time in. Museums include Princess of Wales Royal Regiment Museum, The Womens Land Army Museum, Dover Museum and Bronze Age Boat Gallery, and the extremely popular Kent Life (previously known as the Museum of Kent Life). Museums near to Dover include Sandwich Guildhall Museum, Deal Maritime & Local History Museum, Deal Timeball Tower Museum plus the fascinating Kent Battle of Britain Museum. Galleries worth a visit include Deal Library Gallery, Joanne Harmer Gallery and Castle Fine Arts Studio.

If you are considering a vacation in England and you are looking for Dover bed and breakfast please take a look at our comprehensive listings of Dover hotels

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Jul 13

Newquay offers one of the best vacation experiences of a lifetime if you are looking to get away and travel to England. Great for a romantic getaway or a family vacation for people worldwide, Newquay resort and fishing port is surrounded by beautiful coastline. While you are sitting on the sandy beaches starring at the Atlantic Ocean, the beautiful coastlines seem to go on for an eternity. Some of the coolest attractions, crazy nightlife and serene scenery can be found at this vacation spot in Cornwall, England.

Even though it is mostly known for its surfing locations, resorts, and experiences, Newquay actually has hundreds of other attractions and activities to help you enjoy every second of your vacation. Over the past few years, the nightlife in Newquay has earned quite the party reputation and become nationally renowned. Many students and recent graduates will visit the resort for the nightlife after they complete their finals and exams to help them let loose and celebrate their achievements. The parties will be going all night long as most of these bars and nightclubs offer live music or a DJ for your entertainment.

You may not be into partying the night away until the sun comes up, and instead you can enjoy a pint at a traditional pub or at one of the relaxing beachside cafes. Newquay has also become one of the hottest spots to hold your stag and hen parties, also known as bachelor and bachelorette parties. These parties are also known as bachelor and bachelorette parties elsewhere. Some of the women love to take advantage of the shopping, spas, massage parlors and tour attractions like The Lost Garden.

Newquay has some of the best playing greens and golf parks for the men as well. Even if you have come with your family the adventure golf games are not only challenging but extremely fun. Resorts and places like the Holywell Bay Fun Park can offer activities to keep your entire family entertained and happy for days. You can enjoy activities like bumper boats, go kart tracks, learning to prospect your own gold from a mine, and jumping on giant trampolines. These all day parks are everywhere in Newquay or if you want to do something more specific you can find it on the coastline.

The zoo and beautiful parks in Newquay offer a chance to walk around and see some of the wonders and wildlife from all over the world. You can become aware of the animals and enjoy your vacation with the daily events the zoo will offer showcasing many of the animals. You can enjoy it with your friends, partner and even your entire family. There are numerous sub-tropical gardens around the zoos as well to showcase some of the most unique wildlife from all around the world. You could literally stay busy for months with all of the endless activities available to do in Newquay. Book your vacation today for a once in lifetime experience, in Newquay!

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Jul 12

Cambridgeshire is a county in the east of England landlocked by the counties of Lincolnshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Suffolk, Northamptonshire, Rutland and Norfolk. The county may not possess any coastal visitor attractions however there is a broad range of other local visitor attractions which make this an incredible place to take a vacation.  In the article below I  explain why tourists should think about a trip to this most picturesque region of Britain.

The English county of Cambridgeshire features prestigious stately homes, outstanding cathedrals, breathtaking countryside, exciting waterways, busy little market towns and the fascinating city of Cambridge. Cambridge is a highly popular tourist attraction which is highly suitable for all year around vacations.

Visitor attractions in the photogenic university town include The Backs, The Folk Museum, The Fitzwilliam Museum, The Round Church, The Orchard Tea Garden and Denny Abbey, but the majority of folk travel to the town to view the sights belonging to some of the 31 university colleges such as King’s College & King’s College Chapel and Cambridge University Botanic Garden. It can take a great deal of time to take in all of the colleges however the best buildings to meander around are those belonging to Corpus Christi, Trinity College, St John’s College and Magdalene College.

The Fens

The Cambridgeshire Fens are a generally marshy district almost at sea-level. There have been many attempts at draining the land some dating back as far as Roman Times. It wasn’t until the seventeenth century that sustained efforts were made. Unfortunately these attempts were a failure and it wasn’t until the Eighteenth Century that the land was drained successfully and the land was used to grow crops.

These days the intriguing landscape of fresh and salt water marshes provide an excellent environment for wildlife and leisure. Cambridgeshire features some of the least congested waterways in the United Kingdom, perfect for trips on a narrow boat.

If you wish to discover more about the fascinating Fens then you will find that the towns of Whittlesey, Chatteris, March and Wisbech each have an excellent museum.

The Historic Market Towns

Across the county are located beautiful little market towns, which, a long time ago were islands. The town of March developed as a port in the Tudor era and has a rich history. Other small island communities included Whittlesey, Chatteris, Ramsey and Littleport. These small market towns feature superb architecture spanning a few centuries such as the 17th century Butter Cross at Whittlesey. Several hours can be pleasantly passed looking at the numerous independent businesses, shops and stalls.

Other Visitor Attractions In Cambridgeshire

There is an enormous list of local visitor attractions. Heritage railways include the Nene Valley Railway and the Wisbech and March Bramley Line and there are a few interesting buildings to visit including Down Field Windmill, Lode Watermill, Houghton Mill and Great Gransden Post Mill.

The county features a small number of historic religious buildings for example the abbeys of Spinney, Denny, Ramsey and Anglesey, Peterborough Cathedral and Ely Cathedral plus Duxford Chapel and the Old Vicarage at Grantchester. The list of historic houses, castles and stately homes is simply so  huge that it could not be shown here, it is the same with the listings of art galleries & museums.

If you are currently thinking about a vacation in Cambridgeshire and are booking Cambridge hotels please take a look at our comprehensive Cambridge bed & breakfast accommodation

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