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England Keswick The Lake District 

Keswick

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Keswick is one of the prettiest towns in the northern part of the Lake District in Cumbria. It is located just north of Derwentwater and a few miles south of Bassenthwaite. The town is most famously associated with the great English poets, William Wordsworth, Samuel Taylor Coleridge and Robert Southey, who were inspired by the area’s natural beauty. There has been a settlement at Keswick since the 1200s, when Edward I gave permission for a market to take place. Over the years the fortunes of the town have changed considerably,…

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England Runswick Bay 

Runswick Bay

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Runswick Bay is a pretty little village on the scenic North Yorkshire coast. This largely undiscovered little gem of a place lies a few miles north of the historic town of Whitby, tucked away in a sheltered cove. It is only a small village, but what it lacks in size it more than makes up for in quaint charm. Runswick Bay is a traditional fishing village and today not much has changed. Charming cottages are huddled together, intersected by narrow footpaths that eventually head out of the village and join…

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England Selby 

Selby

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Selby is a small market town in North Yorkshire. It lies in the Vale of York and is just 9 miles from York, 20 miles from Hull and 23 miles from Leeds. The town has a long and interesting history and was once a Viking settlement; many Viking remains have been discovered during archaeological excavations. There is even a connection to royalty – the history books suggest that King Henry I was born there. Selby has good transport links and was once a busy port. The town is dissected by…

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London 

A Music Lover’s Holiday in London: Hampton Court Palace Festival 2015

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If you are a music lover planning a holiday in London this summer, you’ll be happy to hear that this year’s Hampton Court Palace Festival has an extraordinary line-up of musical talent in a broad array of genres. The beginning concert is on 11 June with the final event taking place on 23 June. For those who are planning a London holiday in June, here is some general information about the venue and a list of this year’s stellar performers. Hampton Court Palace Although the Royal Family has not resided…

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London 

Join the Fun for Three Full Days – MCM London Comic Con

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Thinking of a quick jaunt to London late spring as the weather turns nicer? Why not make it a fun-filled weekend at MCM London Comic Con? Comic and anime aficionados will be flocking there in the droves so this is the time to let it all out and join other like-minded people as you walk through display after display of the latest in comic books, sci-fi, fantasy and maybe even get in a bit of cosplay. This year’s spring Comic Con is to be held on 22 – 24 May,…

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London 

The Covent Garden May Fayre

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If you have been thinking of taking the family on a holiday to London, there is no better time than during the Covent Garden May Fayre. This year this delightful family event is to be held on the 10th May and as the name implies, in the historic Covent Garden district of London. For anyone not familiar with this traditional festival of puppetry, it is a must see. Steeped in tradition, the Covent Garden May Fayre is something you will want to share with your children, as a page out…

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Find the Perfect Parking Space with JustPark

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Driving around in circles, frantically looking for a parking space, you wonder aloud how much longer you can keep up the act before you lose your cool. Between people stealing the only parking spaces available as soon as they become open and the quintessential bad drivers that inhabit any parking area, this becomes a daily routine for many in urban areas. If your daily parking experience is anything but a breeze here in the UK, then you’ll be happy to hear about JustPark. Below, we’ll give you a walk-through of…

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England Filey 

Filey

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Filey is a small seaside town on the North Yorkshire coast. It is located halfway between Scarborough to the north and Bridlington to the south. Unlike Scarborough and Bridlington, Filey is fairly small and quiet. You won’t find miles of amusement arcades and tacky shops in Filey town centre, but if you want a quiet day on the beach, it is the perfect destination. Filey was once a busy fishing village back in the day when the fishing industry was the main source of revenue for families living on the…

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Beaumaris Wales 

Beaumaris

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Beaumaris is a pretty little town on the Isle of Anglesey. To reach Beaumaris, you cross the Menai Strait, a tidal stretch of water separating Anglesey from the mainland. The town has a long and interesting history, dating back to 1295 when Edward I commissioned Beaumaris Castle. The name Beaumaris means ‘beautiful marshes’, which indicates that the original settlement was built on a marsh. Beaumaris was originally the main commercial centre on the island and a major port, but these days the port is mainly populated with yachts, and tourism…

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England Newquay 

Newquay

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If you’re ready to get away from the dreary interior climate of England in the winter or ready to beat the heat during the summer months, then a trip to the temperate coastal climes of the country is right up your alley. With a unique coastal culture that combines familiar aspects of their own home life with unique twists in food, maritime enjoyment and much more, Newquay is a perfect example of one of these places. What to Visit There are a number of prime attractions to visit while staying…

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