Destinations UK
Every month we will feature selected destinations in detail throughout Britain. These features will build over time to provide the visitor with a wonderful gazetteer of Britain! We also include links to heritage accommodation for each destination.
Broken not Bowed – Monastic Houses of England and Wales
The vandalism of the Dissolution of the Monasteries in the 16th century resulted in an irrevocable loss of heritage, yet as you stroll among the ruins of these great monastic houses you cannot fail but be touched by their beauty and grace…
Hyde Park Secret Pet Cemetery
Hidden in Hyde Park and opened in 1881 by accident, this well-preserved little graveyard offers a touching insight into Victorian London…
Historic Sites in Cheshire
Find heritage attractions and historic places to visit in Cheshire by using our interactive map.
Triermain Castle, Cumbria
Arguably the most peculiar castle remains in England, all that is left to see at Tiermain is a set of earthworks and a solitary corner of the old gatehouse.
The Battle of Neville’s Cross
Following the resounding victory over the French at Crecy in August 1346 by the English King Edward III, the French King Philip invoked the terms of the Auld Alliance and asked his ally, King David II of Scotland, to retaliate by invading England…
Westminster Abbey
This magnificent and world-famous building is England’s most important church and has been the site of every coronation since that of William The Conqueror in 1066.
St Dogmaels
St Dogmaels occupies a beautiful situation, overlooking the River Teifi opposite the town of Cardigan.
Sark, Channel Islands
The smallest of the four main Channel Islands, Sark is located some 80 miles from the south coast of England and only 24 miles from the north coast of France.
