English Tourism Week, 2020

Given the ongoing global health situation, it may seem a little strange to be discussing tourism, and this year’s English Tourism Week celebrations are happening virtually instead of in-person. However, English tourism will need our support in the coming months. Some resorts and businesses are reopening as I type, while others will be closed for a while more. With this in mind, please respect local community’s requests regarding whether or not it is safe to visit. In the meantime, we look back at a few posts highlighting favourite spots around the country.

England’s Beaches

You’re never far from the coast in England and so whether you want a family day out for sandcastle-building or a quiet stroll among the dunes, you have plenty of options.

English beaches
Sand dunes at Holkham Bay on the North Norfolk Coast. Courtesy of Chris Herring and VisitBritain.

Ross-on-Wye

Celebrating its role as the birthplace of British tourism in 2020, Ross-on-Wye is still as charming a location as the one that attracted William Gilpin 250 years ago.

Ross-on-Wye
Iconic view of Ross-on-Wye. Image by Phil Dolby.

England’s Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Choose from more than 30 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty in England, from rolling hills to ancient woodlands, rocky outcrops to stunning sands.

Mendip Hills AONB

Woodberry Wetlands

Even in the heart of England’s cities, you can find beautiful natural spots that can transport you away from the traffic and crowds.

Woodberry Wetlands

Head to the Islands

Want to hop on a boat or plane and cross the water so you feel as if you’re really going somewhere else? Head to one of England’s islands.

Isles of Scilly

The Lakes

They inspired Wordsworth’s poetry, and some of Arthur Ransome’s most popular stories. How will the Lake District inspire you?

Windermere. Courtesy of VisitBritain and Rod Edwards.

Hop On Board!

One of England’s many steam train days out reminds us all that getting there is half the fun.

steam train ride in England
Approaching Churston.

Iconic History

More than just a departure point for the continent, Dover’s iconic white cliffs have bore witness to centuries of England’s history.

Dover

National Parks

England’s National Parks attract millions of people every year, both from home and abroad, and with good reason. Every one of them is an ideal getaway destination that you’ll want to visit again and again.

Limestone Pavement. Courtesy of the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority.