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From Buckingham Palace to Abbey Road, London has a rich history and culture ready and waiting to be discovered.

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

Appreciate the cultural transformation this waterfront city has undergone, with the World War II-damaged center now home to fashionable restaurants and maritime attractions.

Part of a 16th-century estate with ties to the English Civil War, this park has a range of grasslands, meadows and gardens straddling the River Thames.

Engage with London’s politics in this innovative building that is shaped like a slanted egg made almost entirely of glass.

This world-famous landmark is at the heart of modern London life, and a testament to the city’s rich engineering and commercial history.

Explore the wonders of the natural world for free in this fascinating museum. Learn about dinosaurs, creatures of the deep, our planet’s interior and much more.

Wander between campus buildings and architectural landmarks, visit museums, catch a theater show and admire outdoor art displays at this city center university. 

One of London’s largest parks was once a royal hunting ground and is now a popular place to enjoy pretty flower displays, live music and superb city views.

This picturesque English town is an ideal base for exploring Lake Windermere and the spectacular Lake District National Park.

Visit this cathedral to learn about the history behind London’s most iconic church and its Baroque dome that overlooks the city.

Catch a show at the Beatles’ first venue, tour the port where the Titanic was registered and see one of Europe’s best soccer teams battle their rivals in this north England city.

Wander through the picturesque grounds of Wordsworth’s family home and imagine how the views of lakes inspired him to write.

Walk the streets of this charming town and soak up its history, architecture and culture before heading out into the nearby countryside.

Explore the wonders of the natural world for free in this fascinating museum. Learn about dinosaurs, creatures of the deep, our planet’s interior and much more.

With an opulence worthy of the former monarchs buried inside, this 15th-century chapel is the go-to spot for royal ceremonies and weddings.

Explore the crumbling remains and towering gatehouse of this once mighty 14th-century castle, which was an integral part of the English Civil War. 

From its architecture to its industry and sporting events, this is a city of fascinating contrasts just an hour by train from London. 

Famed for the panoramic views from its soaring clock tower, this ancient religious landmark is also home to a series of striking medieval graves. 

Visit this ancient and beautiful cathedral to attend a service or just admire the wonderful architecture.

From its architecture to its industry and sporting events, this is a city of fascinating contrasts just an hour by train from London.