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BOLDERWOOD AND THE DEER SANCTUARY IN THE NEW FOREST

Visiting details for the Bolderwood area of the New Forest - how to get there, what to see, walks, facilities and more. Photos.

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THE WAR BUNKERS AT GROVELY WOODS, WILTSHIRE

The elusive World War II bunkers in Grovely Woods near Wilton - historical background and full directions to find it.

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THE VILLAGES OF THE CHALKE VALLEY, WILTSHIRE

The history of the villages in the Chalke Valley - what there is to see and where to find good food.

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VISITING STONEHENGE - INCLUDING FOUR DIFFERENT WAYS TO SEE IT FOR FREE

The different ways to visit Stonehenge including ticket prices and booking details as well as how to see it completely free.

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VISITING CHURCHES CONSERVATION TRUST PROPERTIES NEAR SALISBURY, WILTSHIRE

Five Wiltshire churches in the Churches Conservation Trust which are open to visitors and walkers, all near Salisbury.

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THE BULFORD KIWI: A WALK WITH GREAT VIEWS, HISTORICAL INTEREST AND PERHAPS SOME RIFLE FIRE!

The Bulford Kiwi is a large depiction of a kiwi cut into the chalk of Salisbury Plain by members of the New Zealand Expeditionary Force...

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WOODHENGE TO STONEHENGE WALK (AND SEE BOTH FOR FREE) 2023

How to see Stonehenge for free (and legally) on this 5 mile walk which includes other prehistoric sites and saves you money on entrance fees

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ALTERNATIVES TO SERVICE STATIONS IN THE UK

Fed up with expensive, soulless, unhealthy and ugly service stations? Our guide shows you how to find alternatives just off the main roads.

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THE BREAMORE-WOODGREEN WALK

This 5 mile circular walks through the countryside includes the smallest museum in Hampshire, water meadows, two churches and an old railway

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THE HISTORY OF MILITARY AVIATION AT THE ARMY FLYING MUSEUM, HAMPSHIRE

A visit to the newly refurbished Army Flying Museum, What to expect, what to see, kids activities, photos and visiting details.

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ROSES AND RUINS: MOTTISFONT ABBEY

A visit to Mottisfont in June will give you the most incredible display of heritage roses in the UK. History, photos and visiting details.

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WILTON HOUSE - STATELY HOME AND ADVENTURE PLAYPARK

Wilton House is a stately home just to the west of Salisbury in Wiltshire. It is open to visitors from Spring until Autumn and also holds...

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BREAMORE HALT AND THE BREAMORE RAILWAY WALK

A two mile walk following the old railway line, with a visit to the old railway station of Breamore Halt. Full directions and photos.

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ENGLAND’S PLAGUE VILLAGE OF EYAM

A visit to the plague village of Eyam - historical background, what there is to see, photos and visiting details.

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LUDGERSHALL CASTLE AND CROSS – A WALK AROUND THE EARTHWORKS AND INTO THE WOODS BEYOND

A walk around the beautiful medieval ruins in Wiltshire of this free to visit site. Background, photos and visiting details.

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RAF TANGMERE - THE MILITARY AVIATION MUSEUM

This site played a crucial role in the Battle of Britain and has some incredible artefacts. Background, photos and visiting details.

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SLOW TRAVEL TV - WHAT IS IT AND WHERE TO WATCH IT

A few years ago, Slow TV was all the rage, with people spending hours watching other people chop wood, take a nine hour train ride...

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THE BANK OF ENGLAND MUSEUM IN LONDON

A visit to this free museum full of artefacts and fun for the kids. History, photos and visiting details.

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KELVEDON HATCH: THE COLD WAR SECRET NUCLEAR BUNKER

A visit to the biggest Cold War bunker in the south of England - background, what to expect, photos and visiting details.

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THE ROOM WHERE HISTORY WAS MADE: INSIDE THE BATTLE OF BRITAIN BUNKER

The Battle of Britain Bunker at Uxbridge, near London, opened to visitors in 2018. This incredible bunker housed Fighter Command’s...

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THE RIGHT TO ROAM

England is a beautiful country, yet its inhabitants are not allowed to visit 92% of it. Find out how to take on the wealthy landowners.

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THE HARNHAM SLOPE, SALISBURY

The Harnham Slope is a popular place for locals to walk which has incredible views over Salisbury Cathedral. Visiting details and history.

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CASTLE HILL - SALISBURY'S NEWEST PARK

Visiting details and photos for Castle Hill Country Park which has a dog agility course, kids play areas and great views over the city.

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14 PRISON MUSEUMS YOU CAN VISIT IN THE UK

Want to explore the darker side of history? These UK prisons all open their doors to visitors. Photos, background and visiting details.