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THE ROOM WHERE HISTORY WAS MADE: INSIDE THE BATTLE OF BRITAIN BUNKER
The Battle of Britain Bunker at Uxbridge, near London, opened to visitors in 2018. This incredible bunker housed Fighter Command’s...
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THE RIGHT TO ROAM
England is a beautiful country, yet its inhabitants are not allowed to visit 92% of it. Find out how to take on the wealthy landowners.
7 min read


THE HARNHAM SLOPE, SALISBURY
The Harnham Slope is a popular place for locals to walk which has incredible views over Salisbury Cathedral. Visiting details and history.
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CASTLE HILL - SALISBURY'S NEWEST PARK
Visiting details and photos for Castle Hill Country Park which has a dog agility course, kids play areas and great views over the city.
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14 PRISON MUSEUMS YOU CAN VISIT IN THE UK
Want to explore the darker side of history? These UK prisons all open their doors to visitors. Photos, background and visiting details.
10 min read


ST. MARGARET’S CHURCH IN WESTMINSTER – ONE OF LONDON’S HIDDEN GEMS
Next to Westminster Abbey, this fascinating church is usually overlooked. Free to enter and with quite a history, it is worth a visit.
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IONA ABBEY AND NUNNERY ON THE ISLE OF IONA, SCOTLAND
A visit to the historic and beautiful Scottish Island of Iona, the birthplace of Christianity in the UK. Photos, history, visiting details.
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PILGRIMAGE SITES IN ENGLAND AND WALES
Here we look at the main pilgrim routes and sites in the UK for modern day pilgrims. History, photos and visiting details.
9 min read


WORKING ABBEYS AND MONASTERIES YOU CAN VISIT IN THE UK
For the Slow Traveller looking for a day trip or a longer retreat, these are the historic abbeys you can visit in the UK.
10 min read


SALISBURY CATHEDRAL TO OLD SARUM WALK
Detailed instructions on 3 routes from the cathedral to Old Sarum, along the River Avon and avoiding the roads. What to see and photos.
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OLD SARUM, ANCIENT SALISBURY
The original Salisbury - you can walk around the ruins, much of it for free. How to get there, what to see, photos and visiting details.
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THE BEST DAY TRIPS TO TAKE FROM SALISBURY
Where to day trip from Salisbury, what there is to see and how to get there using public transport.
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THE SECRET SALISBURY WALK
A short walk of less than a mile which takes in the old city walls, a war memorial and the secret garden. Full directions and photos.
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ISRAELITE CEMETERY AND THE HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL IN NICE, FRANCE
A visit to the Israelite Cemetery and memorial to the Holocaust in Nice, southern France. Photos, details and opening times.
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THOMAS HARDY’S BIRTHPLACE – THE QUINTESSENTIAL ENGLISH COTTAGE IN THE HEART OF DORSET
A visit to Thomas Hardy's rural cottage where he grew up. Photos, historical backgroud and visiting details.
7 min read


CELEBRATING THE CELTIC FESTIVAL OF BELTAIN AT BUTSER ANCIENT FARM, HAMPSHIRE
A visit to Beltain Festival at Butser Ancient Farm. What to expect, photos and visiting details.
9 min read


THE SUPREME COURT, LONDON
Visiting the Supreme Court in London is free for all. Historical background, photos and visiting details.
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NUFFIELD PLACE – THE MODEST ARTS AND CRAFTS HOME OF BRITAIN’S GREATEST PHILANTHROPIST
A visit to this peaceful home of one of the richest men in England. History, photos and visiting details.
7 min read


17 THINGS TO SEE OR DO AT WATERLOO STATION, LONDON
Fed up with staring at the timetables? Here we list 15 things to do at or within an 11 min walk of Waterloo.
12 min read


THE LAWRENCE OF ARABIA WALKING TRAIL
This 7 mile trail takes in TE Lawrence's house, grave, site of death and military base where he worked. Full directions, photos and history.
12 min read


SUTTON HOO: WHERE HISTORY MEETS MYTH
Learn the true story behind the greatest archaeological dig in England - the facts behind the fiction. History, photos, visiting details.
9 min read


UNIQUE, HISTORIC PLACES TO STAY IN ENGLAND FOR THE SLOW TRAVELLER
The finest vintage holiday accomodation for the slow traveller in the UK, from the Victorian to the 1940s. Details, photos and how to book.
7 min read


HISTORIC WORKHOUSES YOU CAN VISIT IN THE UK
Historic workhouses which can be visited in the UK. Historical background, photos and visiting details.
5 min read


ARCHAEOLOGISTS HOUSES YOU CAN VISIT AROUND THE WORLD
Open to the public, these unique houses around the world were once the homes of famous archaeologists.Where to find them, history and photos
6 min read
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