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The ruins of this medieval castle perch theatrically on an outcrop gazing out to sea, a sight which has inspired writers and musicians.

The quaint, winding streets of Stromness are home to captivating museums and galleries, compelling historic landmarks and stunning natural views.

Stroll along this spectacular bay and admire its turquoise waters, white sand and intriguing rock formations, including a precariously balanced stone.

Swim through the large natural arch in the cliffs, which juts out dramatically into the sea and dates back about 140 million years.

Learn about Wales’ proud heritage and language in this historic region, as you travel by rail past castles and mountains.

Enjoy the tranquil setting of this spacious sandy haven flanked by a miniature railway and an aquarium with Humboldt penguins.

Enjoy the stunning scenery surrounding this fine medieval fortress and learn about the dramatic historical events that took place here over the centuries.

Watch battle re-enactments among evocative medieval ruins and learn about the role this fort played in the English Civil War.

Hike amid stunning natural scenery in one of Scotland’s most famous glens, famous for its beauty and infamous for its history.

Hike amid stunning natural scenery in one of Scotland’s most famous glens, famous for its beauty and infamous for its history.

Hike amid stunning natural scenery in one of Scotland’s most famous glens, famous for its beauty and infamous for its history.

This is where Northern Ireland is at its rawest and most rugged. Venture out here for spectacular views of the Irish Sea and Scottish coastline.

Each of the settlements in this region has its own distinct character and features stunning scenery that ranges from sandy beaches to craggy mountains.

Gaze out over this beautiful series of waterfalls, a popular tourist attraction for over a hundred years.

Learn about Wales’ proud heritage and language in this historic region, as you travel by rail past castles and mountains.

Enjoy the impressive views from the top of this 19th-century lighthouse on the edge of a headland jutting into the Pentland Firth.

Step into a fairy-tale village inside Snowdonia National Park and surround yourself with mountains, forests, rivers and waterfalls.

Learn about Wales’ proud heritage and language in this historic region, as you travel by rail past castles and mountains.

Learn about Wales’ proud heritage and language in this historic region, as you travel by rail past castles and mountains.

Learn about Wales’ proud heritage and language in this historic region, as you travel by rail past castles and mountains.

Disappear into a nature reserve in the heart of Anglesey, following a trail that crosses rivers, passes sculptures and weaves through wildlife-rich woodland.

Learn about Wales’ proud heritage and language in this historic region, as you travel by rail past castles and mountains.

Beaches, castles and stunning natural scenery welcome visitors to this peaceful town on the shores of North Wales’ Llŷn Peninsula.