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What is the Difference Between the UK and Britain?

Accept that, in the British Isles, you will upset someone whatever you call us. Let me guide you through this linguistic minefield.

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Why I Won't Recommend Alton Towers Theme Park

Over-priced and lacking customer focus is only the start of it. My second visit was free, as an apology for the first. I won't be going again.

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London Calling… in February

A few reasons to visit London this February... not that ones needs to have a specific reason to visit London of course! [photo credit: Dimitry B on flickr]

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Visit Cambridge as a Syd Barrett Fan

Syd Barrett was the founder of Pink Floyd. He famously lost his mind then retreated to his home city of Cambridge. I found some of his haunts.

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Finding Sycharth - The Home of Owain Glyndwr

It had all of the hallmarks of a real life quest; and I was shocked when I finally tracked the place down. Two things overwhelmed me - its beauty and its utter neglect.

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Visit Eyam - Historic Plague Village in the Peak District

Beautiful views over the Derbyshire Dales and 17th century buildings greet visitors to Eyam. It's a little village with an awe-inspiring historical tale to tell.

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Tour a Victorian Home at Wightwick Manor

Decorated throughout by William Morris and filled with pre-Raphaelite paintings, this manor house near Wolverhampton is worth a visit.

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Great Day Out at Monkey World in Dorset

It's the other side of the country and I've still been back three times. Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre is worth the trip with your family.

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The Best Lake District Kindle Books

England's Lake District, home to William Wordsworth, is a major tourist area. There are hundreds of books and guides to the Lake District.Here are the best for your Kindle.

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Celebrating St David's Day in Cardiff 2012

On March 1st 2012, I visited the capital of Wales for the city-wide party that is St David's Day. It didn't disappoint.

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How to Find Camlan - King Arthur's Final Battlefield

Historians argue endlessly about the location of Camlan, where legend relates that Arthur and Modred were killed. The locals just know. You may visit Camlan battle site.

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Staunton Harold: Defying Cromwell with a Church

In 1653, most British churches were being smashed up by Roundheads. But in Leicestershire, one was being built.

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Visit Haddon Hall: Stately Home and Film Location

You will recognize this fortified Medieval manor house, in Derbyshire, England. It's been used as a film set for 'Jane Eyre', 'Pride and Prejudice' and others.

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Beautiful Britain: Photographs of the United Kingdom

As a native Briton, I have plenty of opportunities to travel around taking pictures of Britain's wonderful landscapes and cityscapes. You can share in the beauty too.

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Viewing the Cerne Abbas Giant

The Victorians thought the chalk figure pornographic, but they would. Visit Cerne Abbas to see for yourself.

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English Supremacy in the Union Flag

The Union Jack, as it's commonly known, was meant to represent the United Kingdom. It says more about England as a superpower.

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Visit World Heritage Site Saltaire in Yorkshire and see David Hockney Art

The art of David Hockney and the little town of Saltaire in Yorkshire - when the two are combined, that's got to be a really special experience.

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Elizabeth Tower? Renaming Big Ben for a Diamond Jubilee

London's most famous landmark could be renamed in honor of Queen Elizabeth II, if Members of Parliament get their way.

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