See what the experts are saying about England. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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The best museums
The British Museum (London): When Sir Hans Sloane died in 1753, he bequeathed to England his vast collection of art and antiquities for only #20,000 ($38,000), forming the nucleus of a collection that would one day embrace everything from the... Continue reading »
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The best norman & medieval sites
Battle Abbey (East Sussex): At this site of the famous Battle of Hastings (fought on Oct 14, 1066), the Normans defeated King Harold's English army. William the Conqueror built a great commemorative abbey here; the high altar of its church wa... Continue reading »
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The best pubs
Salisbury (London; tel. 020/7836-5863): Glittering cut-glass mirrors, old-fashioned banquettes, and lighting fixtures of veiled bronze girls in flowing togas re-create the Victorian gin-parlor atmosphere in the heart of the West End. Theaterg... Continue reading »
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The best small towns and villages
Clovelly: It is said that the little Devon community of Clovelly has been featured on more calendars than any other village in England. Starting at a great height, the village cascades down to the harborfront along a narrow, cobblestone High... Continue reading »
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The best tudor & georgian sites
Hampton Court Palace (outside London): The most magnificent of the grand residences and royal palaces lining the River Thames west of Central London, Hampton Court was built in grand style for Cardinal Wolsey -- until Henry VIII snatched it a... Continue reading »
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The best victorian sites
Albert Memorial (Kensington Palace, London): If any statue symbolizes an era, this flamboyant tribute to Victoria's consort, her beloved Albert (1819-61), does; it is the epitome of Victorian excess. The statue depicts Albert holding a catalo... Continue reading »
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The best walks
New Forest: Requisitioned by William the Conqueror as a game reserve in 1079, the 374-sq.-km (144-sq.-mile) New Forest isn't very new. Today the New Forest is one of southern England's best rural playgrounds, attracting eight million annual v... Continue reading »
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The best modern sites
Tate Modern (London; tel. 020/7887-8888; www.tate.org.uk): A Bankside Power Station in Southwark was transformed into a vast collection of modern art, even 21st century avant-garde works. Favorite artists are showcased here, including every p... Continue reading »
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The best websites
Britannia (www.britannia.com): This site is more than a travel guide; it's chock-full of lively features, history, and regional profiles, including sections on Wales and King Arthur. Automobile Association -- UK (www.theaa.com): This site... Continue reading »
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Planning a trip
In the pages that follow, we outline the various regions of England and Wales, and explain their individual appeal. You'll find everything you need to know about the practicalities of planning your trip in advance: finding the best airfare, d... Continue reading »
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Fast facts
Area Codes -- The country code for England and Wales is 44. The area code for London is 020; Cardiff's area code is 029. Business Hours -- With many, many exceptions, business hours are Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm. In general, st... Continue reading »
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Visitor information
Before you go, you can obtain general information from Visit Britain (www.visitbritain.com): In the United States: 551 Fifth Ave., 7th Floor, New York, NY 10176-0799 (tel. 800/462-2748 or 212/986-2266). In Canada: call tel. 888/VISITUK.... Continue reading »
England Travel Experiences
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england
The modern fashion and fine dining, England a perfectly unique blend of the old and the new. Whether you're interested in the hustl... Continue reading »
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It's Getting Colder!
We had a restful start to our visit here, but the past few days have been getting busy again. So what have we been doing since I last wr... Continue reading »
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Jolly Good, England
It's the home of tea and biscuits, lots of rain, and of course, Prince William...next stop, England! The first stop was a city in the n... Continue reading »
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Left is Right - Driving in the UK (by David)
June 20 - July 2, 2006“Left is right!” exclaimed my navigator Stephanie from the backseat as we circled the roundabout in our rented car.... Continue reading »
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Last UK blog
We had a great time, driving around some of the countryside visiting people and places. We went through some ancient areas, Woodhenge ne... Continue reading »
