England Action & adventure, Animal, Castles & palaces, Historical, Military + Religious pictures

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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 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.

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.

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

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

Built in the Gothic style, this prestigious church is a popular pilgrimage destination and an important city landmark.

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

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

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

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

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 its honey-hued stone cottages and leafy horse chestnut trees, this peaceful Cotswold village is a great country escape.