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.
The Battle of the Standard
The Battle of the Standard was one of the two major battles fought in the civil war (The Anarchy) between King Stephen and Empress Matilda…
St. Dunstan in the East Gardens
St. Dunstan in the East Church Gardens are often referred to as the most beautiful gardens in the City of London, and understandably so!
Newgate Prison Wall
Newgate Prison was once the most notorious prison in London. Commissioned in the 12th century by King Henry II, Newgate Prison remained in use all the way through to 1902. The only remaining part of Newgate Prison is a wall located on Amen Court.
Pontcysylite Aqueduct
The civil engineering geniuses responsible for the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct were Thomas Telford, who came up with the crazy idea, and William Jessop, the brave man who approved the design for the Ellesmere Canal Company.
Lydford, Devon
This picturesque, sleepy Devonshire village has the rather unique distinction of being home to two castles!
The Bridgewater Canal
Arguably the first truly man made canal and the first canal in Britain which did not follow the path of an existing river or tributary…
The Battle of Northampton
On 10 July 1460, a Yorkist force under the Kingmaker, Earl of Warwick approached the defensive encampment of the Lancastrian…
Lindisfarne
This small, windswept island, accessible by causeway at low tide, is one of the holiest sites in England.
