The Peak District National Park is one of the premier places to visit in the UK. It has an international reputation for incredible vistas along with its idyllic dales, hills, and extensive moorlands. When you reach the Peak District, you’ve officially arrived in the “countryside”. Away from the bustling city life and among nature, it’s…
This stunning Georgian mansion is what most people picture when they think of a traditional English stately home. The home was constructed in 1716, but the identity of its architect remains a mystery to this day. It is a perfect example of the style of construction that was dominant at the time, with huge red…
Nestled in the picturesque parish of Little Casterton in Rutland, Tolethorpe Hall is a beautiful country house that dates back to the 11th century. Much has changed over the last thousand years, but throughout that time the site has remained home to some very important families and institutions. Today, you can find the Stamford Shakespeare…
The stunning Hardwick estate is set in the picturesque county of Derbyshire and features the beautiful and architecturally significant Hardwick Hall. This Elizabethan country house was built in the 1500s and has been continually maintained and expanded. Here you will find amazing examples of Elizabethan architecture, as well as some additions that have been made…
Newstead Abbey House and Gardens are located in Nottinghamshire, just a short distance from the M1 and nearby Mansfield. The estate is open to visitors all year round and even when the house is closed, you can still explore the gardens and 300 acres of parkland. Fans of Lord Byron will find the house fascinating,…
The game of cricket in one form or another can trace its roots back to the 16th century in South-East England, though there is some debate to its exact invention. The game’s first confirmed mention is from January 1597, which makes the game of Cricket at least 425 years old. While Trent Bridge Cricket Ground…
Rightly named as the Sea Life Centre, this place of wonderment right alongside the BCN Main Lines is more than just an aquarium. A hugely popular destination for locals and tourists alike, the National Sea Life Centre was opened in 1996 with both marine animals and fish in mind. Today, the one-of-a-kind sea life centre…
One of the things that Manchester is most famous for is football, and that’s no surprise given that they have two of the most successful football teams in England calling the city their home. The first of these teams to form in 1878 formed under the name Newton Heath L&YR. The club joined the English…
Lord’s Cricket Ground is popularly known as the Home of Cricket and is situated in the St John’s Wood district of London. Given that Thomas Lord founded the cricket grounds and the stadium over 200 years back in 1814, it’s no wonder that Lord’s is the oldest and also the most prestigious international cricket stadium…
The National Marine Aquarium is the UK’s biggest aquarium. It is located in Britain’s ocean city, Plymouth, and is run by a charity called the Ocean Conservation Trust. With lots of things for visitors to experience and explore, it’s the perfect location for children and adults alike. Keep reading below to find out all about…