England - A charming country
England's colourful history, cultural diversity and varying landscapes come together to create a fascinating country for visitors to explore. Whilst many associate England with being grey & rainy, those that do get out and about will find these spells don't last long and that they are broken up by long sunny spells, and with the days made balmy by the warm ocean currents flowing around the country it's a great place in which to get out and about for some fresh air.
Many people visiting England often underestimate its overall size, and indeed the vast scale of the English Countryside. From the mountains and lakes of the Lake District to the mythical forests of Sherwood, and from the awe inspiring Stone Henge in Wiltshire, to Tower Bridge in London, there is something for everyone in England. Despite this, wherever you place yourself amongst the rolling hills and patchwork landscapes, you'll never be more than 70 miles from the rugged coastline and golden beaches, so tying in a trip to the sea is never out of the question.
Over the millennia, the inhabitants of England have played a major role in shaping it into the country it is today, whether these take the form of invaders, settlers or immigrants. These folk have created the many castles, cathedrals, palaces & other structures of grandeur we see scattered around today. Perhaps the most influential of the early settlers were the Normans who came to claim English land as their own. This wasn't without resistance, and so this led to the many towering Norman castles we see today, followed by the building of mighty Norman Cathedrals once they'd claimed the land.
If you are looking for things to do in England there are some great websites around such as essentially-england.com, where you'll find lists of attractions around the country. Whether you want a trip to a theme park, or a historical trip to experience Norman England, there is something for everyone here.
Many people visiting England often underestimate its overall size, and indeed the vast scale of the English Countryside. From the mountains and lakes of the Lake District to the mythical forests of Sherwood, and from the awe inspiring Stone Henge in Wiltshire, to Tower Bridge in London, there is something for everyone in England. Despite this, wherever you place yourself amongst the rolling hills and patchwork landscapes, you'll never be more than 70 miles from the rugged coastline and golden beaches, so tying in a trip to the sea is never out of the question.
Over the millennia, the inhabitants of England have played a major role in shaping it into the country it is today, whether these take the form of invaders, settlers or immigrants. These folk have created the many castles, cathedrals, palaces & other structures of grandeur we see scattered around today. Perhaps the most influential of the early settlers were the Normans who came to claim English land as their own. This wasn't without resistance, and so this led to the many towering Norman castles we see today, followed by the building of mighty Norman Cathedrals once they'd claimed the land.
If you are looking for things to do in England there are some great websites around such as essentially-england.com, where you'll find lists of attractions around the country. Whether you want a trip to a theme park, or a historical trip to experience Norman England, there is something for everyone here.
