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Whether as a tasty appetiser or the perfect end to a perfect meal, Angels and Devils on Horseback top the list of England’s most beloved traditional snacks and savouries.
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If you love afternoon tea, then this delightful Earl Grey Tea Loaf should be one of your go-to recipes.
Settled since ancient times and once the fifth biggest town in England, Thetford makes a fabulous day out for history fans and TV buffs.
Continue reading "Thetford: Exploring this Ancient Norfolk Town"
A selection of intriguing and downright quirky stocking stuffers, Secret Santa presents, and other small gifts for the England lovers in your life.
Continue reading "The Best Quirky Stocking Stuffers for England Lovers"
Devilled whitebait, beloved by the Victorians, is still a wonderful, tasty treat whether you enjoy it by the seaside or make it at home.
Continue reading "Devilled Whitebait – The Star of Grand Victorian Nights Out"
Here’s how to make coddled eggs, a favourite Victorian breakfast treat, beloved by Queen Victoria and praised by poets.
Christmas stockings are a real English tradition. They come in all shapes, sizes and materials.
The historic town of Shrewsbury, the county town of Shropshire, is home to over 600 listed buildings.
Continue reading "Shrewsbury - An exploration of Shropshire's county town"
Creake Abbey is an atmospheric ruin - with a sad story - in peaceful rural north Norfolk.
Whether you offer it as a quick lunchtime treat or a warming, soothing start to a main meal, this easy leek soup won’t disappoint.
For quintessential days out in Cornwall, you can’t do better than to explore the golden sands of Helford Passage and the pirate mysteries of Frenchman’s Creek.
Enjoy the countdown to Christmas with all the wonders of a traditional advent calendar.
Continue reading "Countdown to Christmas: Traditional Advent Calendars"
Step back in time at Corbridge Roman Town. Explore ancient ruins, uncover history, and immerse yourself in the legacy of Roman civilisation.
In the shadow of a ruined Norman fortress, tranquil Clun is a haven for hikers and a place for contemplation.
Christmas in England wouldn't be the same without its wonderful traditions. Here are some of them...
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Love to explore film and TV locations while roaming the Chiltern Hills? Our Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Walk is the day out for you!
Gently rolling hills, fertile soil, and the River Coln - Chedworth Roman Villa sits in the perfect spot for a day out exploring Roman Britain!
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Sometimes, our ideas for days out go a little off the rails. That's how a walk around one windmill turned into our Buckinghamshire Windmill Tour!
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Known for pate, coaching inns, a heritage trail, and its stunning Anglo-Saxon church, Brixworth is well worth a visit.
Continue reading "Brixworth – A Northamptonshire Village Home to an Anglo-Saxon Marvel"
Located at the junction of two canals, Braunston was once a thriving transport and trade hub. And much of that history remains to this day.
Continue reading "Braunston: The Heartbeat of England’s Canal Era"
Bolingbroke Castle, birthplace of King Henry IV, was one of the first English castles to be constructed without a keep. And despite being ruined, it makes for a wonderful day out!
William Morris called Bibury in the Cotswolds the most beautiful village in England. Follow our guide if your want to check it out for yourself.
For a wonderful day out try Ascott House and Gardens on the Buckinghamshire Bedfordshire border
Apple Dumplings must have been the original surprise pudding. And they still delight everyone presented with them for the first time.