Laura Ginn – Page 17 – Travel Britain – United Kingdom Travel Guide for England, Scotland, Wales, & Ireland

Porthmadog lies on the edge of one of the most stunning areas in Wales, and is known as the gateway to Snowdonia. The town is a thriving place with lots of shops, restaurants and cafes. It also has a rich historical heritage and a strong, Welsh identity. The majestic mountains of Snowdonia overlook Porthmadog and to the north and east, the beautiful Glaslyn estuary snakes into the sea. The town of Porthmadog was once an important seaport. The famous ‘Cob’ was built to reclaim the sea and create a natural…

Wales

Cardigan

December 1, 2015November 24, 2015 Laura GinnCardigan, Wales0 comment

Cardigan is located in west Wales. It lies on the River Teifi, just on the border of Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire. Cardigan is a traditional market town with an interesting historic past. You can explore its narrow streets and traditional inns, enjoy the slow pace of local life, and learn more about the ship-building industry that was a major part of the town’s economy in the 17th century. Cardigan was also the town where many families started their journey to a new life in North America, including the ancestors of world-famous…

Cornwall England Porthcurno

Porthcurno

November 15, 2015September 14, 2015 Laura GinnEngland, Porthcurno0 comment

Porthcurno is a small town located on the West Coast of Cornwall in the UK, and used to be a very important place on the map. What was once the centre of world telecommunication is now a popular tourist area with a number of attractions, including beautiful beaches and a number of museums including the Porthcurno Telegraph Museum which serves as a testament to the area’s past. If you’re thinking of visiting Porthcurno for the first time, read on to discover more about the area’s attractions. Porthcurno Telegraph Museum The…

Cornwall England Gwithian

Gwithian

November 1, 2015September 14, 2015 Laura GinnEngland, Gwithian0 comment

For a fun-packed family friendly day out, Gwithian is a great choice of location. A coastal village situated in the west of Cornwall, England, Gwithian is home to one of Cornwall’s larger beaches and Gwithian Towans, which covers the site of a Bronze Age farm that has been excavated. Whether you’re looking to relax on the beach, learn to surf, or explore the history of the area, Gwithian has a wide range of tourist attractions that make it a great place in Britain to visit for both adults and children…

England Margate

Margate

October 15, 2015September 14, 2015 Laura GinnEngland, Margate0 comment

If you’re looking for a fun seaside day out in Britain with your family, Margate is an excellent destination. A seaside town located in East Kent, it’s buzzing with tourist attractions and a wealth of family-friendly things to do. Whether you’re looking for a fun-filled day out or are even thinking of taking your family on a seaside getaway in the UK, Margate has something for everyone – read on to find out more about the main attractions and things to do in this lovely seaside town. Margate Main Sands…

England Formby

Formby

September 30, 2015September 14, 2015 Laura GinnEngland, Formby0 comment

Looking for a great British day out? Then look no further than Formby, a seaside town located in Merseyside. Formby beach is an ideal location for family days out, as there is a large car park, picnic areas, and it is a great area for lovely walks with waymarked paths to the beach, woods and sand dunes. If you’re looking for a great British beach day out – or even a short break – Formby is a great destination with something to suit all the family. Read on to discover…

Fort William Scotland

Fort William

September 15, 2015July 22, 2015 Laura GinnFort William, Scotland0 comment

Fort William, known as the ‘outdoor capital of the UK’, lies on the shores of Loch Linnhe. The town is surrounded by magnificent mountains, in particular Ben Nevis, and the local scenery is breathtaking. Fort William is the second largest town in the Highlands and is well connected with the rest of Scotland and the UK. The town itself is rather unfortunately bisected by a busy dual carriageway, which sits between it and the banks of the loch. Despite this, Fort William is a nice little town and a great…

England Maryport

Maryport

September 1, 2015July 22, 2015 Laura GinnEngland, Maryport0 comment

The original town of Maryport was called Alauna and was built on the Solway Firth, as part of the Roman coastal defences at the westernmost point of Hadrian’s Wall. Fast forward to Georgian times and Alauna became known as Ellenfoot, but in the 1700s, one Humphrey Senhouse developed the existing town into a port and renamed it after his wife, Mary. The town became a major centre of industry in the 19th century when coal mines opened up around the town and thousands of tonnes of coal was shipped through.…

Crail Scotland

Crail

August 15, 2015July 22, 2015 Laura GinnCrail, Scotland0 comment

Crail is a very pretty fishing village on the East Neuk of Fife coast. It is about 10 miles south of St Andrews and 90 minutes from Edinburgh by car. The village has a long and interesting history, dating back to the Pictish period. Robert the Bruce granted permission for a Sunday market in the village; John Knox delivered a fire and brimstone sermon from the pulpit in Crail Parish Church, and Queen Mary landed at Crail in 1538, to be formally received in St Andrews a few days later.…

Orkney Scotland

Orkney

August 1, 2015July 22, 2015 Laura GinnOrkney, Scotland0 comment

Orkney is an archipelago of 70 small islands north of Caithness in Scotland. The Scottish mainland is only a few miles away from the Orkney Islands, but once you set foot on one of the grassy, flat isles, it can feel like you have stepped back in time several thousand years. The majority of the island’s population live on Mainland, which is the largest island. Kirkwall is the capital, but Stromness, the second largest town, has a port, and both are easily accessible via ferry from the mainland. The Orkney…