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How to visit Bath from London – Taking a Car, Public Transport or a Tour

For so many visitors, Bath is a must-do while in the UK. If you want to see the best Roman Baths near London, there is no better place to do this than in Bath.  Add to that the city’s stunning honey-toned Georgian architecture, many centuries of history and the charming cobbled streets, and it’s easy …

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Podcast Episode 8 – Celebrating the Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

This post may contain compensated links. Please refer to my disclosure here for more information. Episode 8 – Guide to Platinum Jubilee Celebrations 2022 On February 6th 2022 Queen Elizabeth II celebrated 70 years as monarch of the United Kingdom, Realms and Commonwealth. This year to mark this historic event Platinum Jubilee celebrations are planned in the UK …

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9 Best London Markets: Where to go, when theyโ€™re on & what to buy

Visiting London and want to include some of London’s best markets in your itinerary? Unsure which of the many London markets to choose? In this article discover the highlights of the most popular and very best London markets for first-time visitors plus the logistics to help you plan your visit. London is nothing short of …

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Best Place for Afternoon Tea in London (22 Fabulous Options)

Looking for the best place for afternoon tea in London? Discover 22 of the best traditional, themed and quirky afternoon teas in our guide. You may well have had the best afternoon tea outside London, but you can’t really say you’ve had a proper afternoon tea experience until you’ve tried it in the UK capital. …

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Things to do in Alnwick (+ best guide, tips & map)

The beautiful town of Alnwick is located in Northumberland on England’s North East coast. If you are planning to visit while staying in the area (or perhaps after driving the Northumberland Coastal Route or on a road trip from England to Scotland) you will find plenty of things to do in Alnwick. In this guide …

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Podcast Episode 7 – Tips for first-time visitors to England

This post may contain compensated links. Please refer to my disclosure here for more information. Podcast Episode 7 – Things to know before you visit England for the first time Do you have questions about visiting England in relation to the often unspoken social rules, expectations and etiquette? Asking for information and expectations around tipping for example …

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The Beatles in London: The Best Beatles Tours & Places to Visit

Whether you want to take London Beatles tours on a self-guided basis or would rather join a group tour, this guide is for you! Included is a rundown of seven Beatles-related London locations to visit – as well as seven of the best Fab Four London tours. Will it be the Beatles store, the London …

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Guide to 5 Must-Visit Historical Treasures of South East England

Following on from our recent podcast I am delighted to publish a guest article by John Coupland from John England Tours John’s love of English history and a chance encounter with an inspired tour guide in South East Asia was the catalyst for his move into private tour guiding. With a focus on Kent, and …

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London with Teens: The Complete Guide to the Top Teen Activities & Attractions

If you’re looking for things to do in London as a teenager, don’t despair! We know only too well that those aged between 13 and 19 can be notoriously hard to please, which is exactly why this guide is packed with teenager activities in London they’ll love. From thrilling adrenaline rides to soccer stadium tours, …

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