15 Best Things to Do in Warrington (Lancashire, England)
In a region of heavy industry, Warrington ballooned during the 1960s when it was earmarked as a “New Town”. Manufacturing is still a big local employer in Warrington, but as …
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In a region of heavy industry, Warrington ballooned during the 1960s when it was earmarked as a “New Town”. Manufacturing is still a big local employer in Warrington, but as …
In the early 19th century Cromer, long known for the high quality of its crab, became a getaway for affluent families, and in 1815 was mentioned by Jane Austen in …
A harbour town on the North Cornwall coast, Padstow sits snugly in the Camel Estuary. Now a magnet for tourists, the port was a centre of trade for centuries, and …
Thirty miles northwest of Central London, Luton grew dramatically in the 20th century, and its town centre is filled with functional architecture from this time. Most travellers heading to Luton …
A cosy market town and tourist escape, Bakewell is in the White Peak in the southeast of the Peak District National Park. The town is a springboard for two of …
A market town and tourist getaway, Kendal lies in the Kent Valley under the eastern fells of the Lake District. The town’s cottages, mansions and old traces of industry are …
Steeped in history, the city of Lancaster has royal ties stretching back to the House of Lancaster in Medieval times. Under the title of Duke of Lancaster, Queen Elizabeth II …
At the eastern flank of the Peak District National Park, Matlock is a town famed for its Victorian spa and the spinning industry launched by Sir Richard Arkwright in the …
Inverness means “Mouth of the River Ness” in Gaelic. This city lies within the Great Glen and is the northernmost city of the UK. It is also one of Europe’s …
This New Town in Shropshire has lots to keep you inspired, especially if you’re fascinated by England’s industrial past. Telford is a jumping off point for the World Heritage Ironbridge …