For the Slow Traveller looking for a day trip or a longer retreat, these are the historic abbeys you can visit in the UK.

A visit to Thomas Hardy's rural cottage where he grew up. Photos, historical backgroud and visiting details.

The largest and oldest oak in the New Forest - photos, its history, how to get there and what else there is to do in the area.

Visiting Highclere Castle - what there is to see, the Downton Abbey connection, Egyptian collection. History, photos and visiting details.

The best way to see the baths without the crowds and noise - by torchlight at dusk. Photos, history and visiting details.

A 3 mile walk through beautiful coutryside with woods, hills, far-reaching views, farmland and a free-roaming camel. Photos and directions.

The famous church of London's Bow bells. History, photos and visiting details.

A lovely Wren church in central London where the Samaritans started. Photos, history and visiting details.

Walks you can take in Salisbury and the surrounding area including historical walks, countryside and long distance.