Since it was established in 1994, Heritage Open Days has become England’s largest festival of history and culture. As the country’s contribution to European Heritage Days, it joins 49 other countries in providing free access to a number of landmarks,…
Britain’s Historic Pubs: Part 2
The pub is the heart of many a community around the British Isles, serving as a social centre for locals. So the news that many can reopen within the next few weeks after the coronavirus pandemic is welcome news indeed.…
10 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty to Visit in England
There are 33 designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty in England, 34 if you include the Wye Valley which straddles the border with Wales. Wales has another four of its own, while Northern Ireland has eight. Each AONB varies enormously…