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Holidays in London

If you are looking to stay in one of the classic british hotels in England, one place on the top of your list really should be London! The vibrant much loved capital city has something for everyone no matter what time of year you are visiting. Here are some of the great things to see and do in London for free.

Hyde Park

Hyde Park is a royal park in the heart of London, Westminster, and is a beautiful place to walk and relax. If the weather is good you could take a pedalo boat on the boating lake or row you’re loved on around the lake. If it is not so good have a look at the famous Princess Diana memorial art installation.

Changing of the Guard

The changing of the guard is a world famous tradition that takes place at Buckingham palace. Watch the guards march into position, wearing all the traditional uniform and hat.

London Marathon

If you are lucky enough to be in London during April, you can see the spectacle that is one of the world’s top marathons, the London marathon. See hundreds of thousands of people raise millions for charity whilst aiming to complete the grueling 26.3 mile race. If you plan on getting a London marathon hotel, I advise you to book early as London gets very busy!

Science and History Museum

In London all public museum are free, and are great places for kids as well as adults. The best bit is they can learn as well as having a great time.

These are just a few of the things you can enjoy in London, so what are you waiting for? Book your holiday in London today.

Holiday in the Cotswolds

Situated in the southwest of the England, the beauty of the Cotswolds has long been known and has helped to make the area one of the most desirable holiday locations in the country. As the current economic crisis continues to erode the value of the pound abroad, more and more Brits are looking for great holiday alternatives at home. One of the main benefits of holidaying in the gorgeous Cotswolds is that the area is easily accessible without having to go through the trauma of international air travel.

Renowned for its lush, rolling hillsides, green meadows and small, relaxed villages, the area conjures up an image of a land where time stands still. This feature of the Cotswolds is indeed one of the main advantages of taking a break here as you immediately feel far removed from the worries of modern life. But for those that enjoy the conveniences of the city every once in a while, the Cotswolds also has something for you.

Why not visit the beautiful and historic city of Bath? Named for the therapeutic hot springs found there in the eighteenth century, the city is a great place to spend a weekend with everything from culture and history to shopping and restaurants. There has been a resurgence in the popularity of complementary therapies in recent years any many opportunities have arisen to sample the historic spa facilities. Bath and Cheltenham are particularly good places to explore the healing power of these springs and several modern hotels now offer fantastic spa packages. Whether you choose to focus your time in the urban or rural areas of the region, there really is something for everyone in the Cotswolds.
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Holiday in Devon

Devon is a huge county with two coastlines, a National Park, charming towns, tucked away villages and unspoilt rolling countryside. There is always something to see and do and the visitor will always be surprised at the variety of what is on offer. Around every corner is something different.

Devon North Coast

The North coast is famous for its wide sandy beaches – this is surfing country. Competitions are held here and, in summer, there is a wonderful atmosphere in the air as surfers come here from all parts of the UK and beyond. Behind the beaches are farms, small villages and interesting small towns. If you want fresh air, golden sand and a wide expanse of scenery, this is the place to stay. Ancient pubs can be found in almost every village, many offering accommodation as well as food and drink. There are two major towns in the North – Barnstaple with its delightful pannier market and Bideford, a port town on the River Torridge.

Devon South Coast

By way of contrast, the South coast of Devon is warmer with tourist beaches as well as tucked away coves. Many beaches in this area offer safe swimming which is ideal for families. On this coast are the well known seaside resorts of Torquay, Dawlish and Teignmouth. The River Exe with its estuary at Exmouth is an internationally famous birdwatching site and the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds provides cruises up the river most of the year. On the West bank of the river lies Powderham Castle, home to the Earl of Devon, with its fine deer park. The castle and grounds are open to the public and a visit makes a perfect day out.

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Holiday In Cornwall

Rugged cliffs, green fields, crashing waves and beautiful stone cottages combine to make Cornwall amongst the most scenic regions of the UK. Lying on what is known as the ‘Lizard Peninsula’, this beautiful county in the West of the UK enjoys the longest stretch of coastline in Britain – 80 per cent of Cornwall is surrounded by water, with the coastline covering almost 700 kilometres. It’s no wonder that surfers and sunseekers head to Cornwall in their thousands each year –in Cornwall one is never more than 16 miles from the sea, and there are more than 300 beaches just crying out to be explored.

For many centuries Cornish villages have been home to fishermen keen to reap the rewards of a day out at sea, and today the coastline attracts watersports enthusiasts from across the UK along with British and international tourists drawn to the beautiful scenery, rich local culture and fascinating history of the county.

Beaches in Cornwall

The beaches of Cornwall are legendary, and happily the county’s position in the far South of the UK means it enjoys warmer, sunnier weather than much of the country. On the North coast of the peninsula lie vast sandy beaches washed by crashing Atlantic waves and thronged with surfers, whilst the South coast is home to the hidden coves and sheltered bays that made Cornwall a haven for pirates in times gone by.

The clean, clear blue waters and breathtaking views have lost none of their potential to impress and holidays in Cornwall remain popular with families, couples and groups of friends as well as with surfers, scuba divers, windsurfers and others with a taste for waterborne adventure.

The clear waters also make Cornwall a favourite spot for divers from across the world – here divers can plunge into the turquoise sea and spot countless varieties of marine wildlife as well as fascinating plantlife and even the remains of the odd shipwreck or two.

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Holiday in England

For a small country, England certainly packs in a lot of stuff! Medieval castles, historic buildings, wild and rugged moorland, stunning coastline, charming villages – England has it all in abundance. In fact, the visitor to England may well wonder where are the 50 million or so people that live here as there is so much green space!

At the south west tip of England lies Cornwall where the climate is generally mild all year round and this can be an ideal place to take a winter break. Holiday cottages are found in abundance and you can take your pick from waterside properties or flats and cottages in the major towns of Penzance and Truro.

Still in the South West, Devon is one of the most beautiful counties with two coastlines and Dartmoor National Park. There are interesting National Trust properties such as Killerton Gardens near Exeter with its beautiful old house and its gardens which are open all year. For children, nearby Crealy Park offers entertainment for all weathers including being able to handle small animals such as rabbits and guinea pigs. Stretching from Exmouth in East Devon to Old Harry Rocks in Dorset is England’s only World Heritage Coastline, so called because of its varied geology depicting many periods in the world’s history. The beach at Charmouth is the place for fossil collecting – crack open a rock and you are almost certain to find one.

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