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ST. MARGARET’S CHURCH IN WESTMINSTER – ONE OF LONDON’S HIDDEN GEMS

Next to Westminster Abbey, this fascinating church is usually overlooked. Free to enter and with quite a history, it is worth a visit.

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IONA ABBEY AND NUNNERY ON THE ISLE OF IONA, SCOTLAND

A visit to the historic and beautiful Scottish Island of Iona, the birthplace of Christianity in the UK. Photos, history, visiting details.

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PILGRIMAGE SITES IN ENGLAND AND WALES

Here we look at the main pilgrim routes and sites in the UK for modern day pilgrims. History, photos and visiting details.

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WORKING ABBEYS AND MONASTERIES YOU CAN VISIT IN THE UK

For the Slow Traveller looking for a day trip or a longer retreat, these are the historic abbeys you can visit in the UK.

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SALISBURY CATHEDRAL TO OLD SARUM WALK

Detailed instructions on 3 routes from the cathedral to Old Sarum, along the River Avon and avoiding the roads. What to see and photos.

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OLD SARUM, ANCIENT SALISBURY

The original Salisbury - you can walk around the ruins, much of it for free. How to get there, what to see, photos and visiting details.

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THE BEST DAY TRIPS TO TAKE FROM SALISBURY

Where to day trip from Salisbury, what there is to see and how to get there using public transport.

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THE SECRET SALISBURY WALK

A short walk of less than a mile which takes in the old city walls, a war memorial and the secret garden. Full directions and photos.

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ISRAELITE CEMETERY AND THE HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL IN NICE, FRANCE

A visit to the Israelite Cemetery and memorial to the Holocaust in Nice, southern France. Photos, details and opening times.

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THOMAS HARDY’S BIRTHPLACE – THE QUINTESSENTIAL ENGLISH COTTAGE IN THE HEART OF DORSET

A visit to Thomas Hardy's rural cottage where he grew up. Photos, historical backgroud and visiting details.

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CELEBRATING THE CELTIC FESTIVAL OF BELTAIN AT BUTSER ANCIENT FARM, HAMPSHIRE

A visit to Beltain Festival at Butser Ancient Farm. What to expect, photos and visiting details.

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THE SUPREME COURT, LONDON

Visiting the Supreme Court in London is free for all. Historical background, photos and visiting details.

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NUFFIELD PLACE – THE MODEST ARTS AND CRAFTS HOME OF BRITAIN’S GREATEST PHILANTHROPIST

A visit to this peaceful home of one of the richest men in England. History, photos and visiting details.

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17 THINGS TO SEE OR DO AT WATERLOO STATION, LONDON

Fed up with staring at the timetables? Here we list 15 things to do at or within an 11 min walk of Waterloo.

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THE LAWRENCE OF ARABIA WALKING TRAIL

This 7 mile trail takes in TE Lawrence's house, grave, site of death and military base where he worked. Full directions, photos and history.

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SUTTON HOO: WHERE HISTORY MEETS MYTH

Learn the true story behind the greatest archaeological dig in England - the facts behind the fiction. History, photos, visiting details.

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UNIQUE, HISTORIC PLACES TO STAY IN ENGLAND FOR THE SLOW TRAVELLER

The finest vintage holiday accomodation for the slow traveller in the UK, from the Victorian to the 1940s. Details, photos and how to book.

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HISTORIC WORKHOUSES YOU CAN VISIT IN THE UK

Historic workhouses which can be visited in the UK. Historical background, photos and visiting details.

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ARCHAEOLOGISTS HOUSES YOU CAN VISIT AROUND THE WORLD

Open to the public, these unique houses around the world were once the homes of famous archaeologists.Where to find them, history and photos

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ST LAWRENCE JEWRY NEXT GUILDHALL, LONDON

The historical background of the church, with photos and visiting details.

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CHRISTMAS LIGHTS FOR FREE

If you don't want to pay for the big Christmas light displays, there is a free option if you know where to look.

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SALISBURY'S CHURCHILL GARDENS WITH GREEN GYM, SKATE PARK AND PARKOUR PARK

Churchill Gardens has plenty to offer visitors of all ages. Photos, history, visiting details and what to find there.

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LOOKING FOR ALTERNATIVES TO THE NATIONAL TRUST? TRY HISTORIC HOUSES

Fed up with the National Trust? There are other options on offer where you can still explore stately homes, the Slow Travel way.

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THE KNIGHTWOOD OAK - QUEEN OF THE NEW FOREST

The largest and oldest oak in the New Forest - photos, its history, how to get there and what else there is to do in the area.