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Winter Walking

A countryside walk in winter can be an enchanting experience, as the bare land reveals its character.

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Loch Ness: new thinking about the monster

There is something down there, but it is not a monster or even a new species

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Explore The Thames Foreshore - Find Hidden Treasure

Coming to London? Why not visit the Thames foreshore and discover the fragments of past lives that this great London river leaves behind each time the tide is out. It's addictive!

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A Very British Myth: Cambridge

A few words about Cambridge, England's longstanding symbol of knowledge and power.

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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]

100% 17 8 JoHarrington

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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.

100% 14 8 JoHarrington

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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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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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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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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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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.

100% 13 8 JoHarrington

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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.

100% 12 6 JoHarrington

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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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The English Lake District

Over 3 million visitors a year come to England's Lake District to enjoy the wonderful scenery loved by Wordsworth and the Romantic poets. Take a look and see why .

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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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Living with Grandma in Glasgow, Scotland

I spent the years between 1968 and 1969 living with my grandmother in Glasgow, Scotland. It was a good year.

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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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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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