Tag Archives: UK

Hidden Holiday Locations, UK

Posted on December 17, 2011 by admin

Britain has some well known holiday destinations such as Brighton and Blackpool but if you are looking for somewhere to take a relaxing break without the crowds there are many hidden holiday locations which have plenty to offer. If you … Continue reading →

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North East of England

Posted on May 29, 2011 by admin

The North East of England includes the areas of Northumberland, NewcastleGateshead, Durham and Tees Valley. Thanks to extensive transport links and the compact nature of this part of the UK, a range of attractions can be easily explored. From stately … Continue reading →

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Your Scrap car for Charity

Posted on April 4, 2011 by admin

If you happen to live in the UK you can donate your scrap car to charity no matter whether it is roadworthy or only good for scrap. Giveacar is a social enterprise with simple goals – to raise as much … Continue reading →

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The Hebrides

Posted on March 1, 2011 by admin

The Hebrides are located off the west coast of Scotland and are divided up in two main groups: the Inner and Outer Hebrides. The Inner Hebrides with 36 inhabited islands, including Islay, Jura, Skye, Mull, Raasay, Staffa and the Small … Continue reading →

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Stratford-upon-Avon

Posted on February 19, 2011 by admin

Stratford-upon-Avon situated in the beautiful Warwickshire countryside, on the banks of the River Avon, is well known as the birthplace of William Shakespeare. Being one of the most important tourist destinations in the UK, Stratford-upon-Avon has easy road, rail, or … Continue reading →

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Chester

Posted on January 13, 2011 by admin

Chester the city in Cheshire, England is lying on the River Dee, close to the Welsh border and was one of last towns in England to fall to the Normans in the Norman conquest of England. Even though Chester has … Continue reading →

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Southampton

Posted on January 2, 2011 by admin

Situated 75 miles (120 kilometres) south-west of London and 19 miles (30 kilometres) of Portsmouth, Southampton is the largest city in Hampshire on the south coast of England. Southampton is well known for its association with the RMS Titanic, the … Continue reading →

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A Short History of English Beer

Posted on December 22, 2010 by admin

As the Roman historian Tacitus commented, Beer was the normal drink of the Germanic and Gallic tribes. And since the Gallic tribes were closely related to the British Celts, it can be assumed that they too drank beer. But it … Continue reading →

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Exmoor National Park

Posted on December 13, 2010 by admin

The Exmoor National Park lies on the Bristol Channel coast of South West England on the West Somerset / North Devon border. Including the Brendon Hills, East Lyn Valley and the Vale of Porlock it covers 267.5 square miles (692.8 … Continue reading →

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Forest of Dean

Posted on November 29, 2010 by admin

Located between the rivers Wye, Leadon and Severn in Western Gloucestershire the Forest of Dean became Britain’s first National Forest Park in 1938 and also is England’s largest oak forest. In this magical place you can get away from everyday … Continue reading →

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