The suns out and the seaside is calling and Scarborough in North Yorkshire is the place to be! This award winning stretch of Yorkshire coast boast stunning beaches, fun family attractions and great hotels and food. Its so traditional and great for families, we have picked a few from the best reviewed to give you some inspiration, i think we deserve some candy floss for that…..
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There are some great Houses in England, from Blenheim Palace to Hatfield house to the mighty Chatsworth House and inside they have got some real gems that we can all spend a day (or two!) just walking around and being wowed. Here’s a little video of some of those little treasures, and no Allen key in sight!
Lavenham is one of Suffolks most important wool towns and you really can’t beat a day (or weekend!) strolling around the roads surrounded by stunning medieval houses and cottages. It’s got a great hotel, The Swan, and a fabulous spa at the Weavers House spa, so after a day enjoying the sites its a great place to unwind.
Join Sophie as she explores all the nooks and crannies of the Harry Potter world. There are so many sets and scenes to enjoy and Sophie experiences the access facilities. There are some areas that are tricky with a wheelchair including Diagon Alleys cobbled streets etc but there are guides all around to help you get the most out of the day, now where’s my wand??
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Now, if you know your Romantic Poets you’ll know that John Keats was one of the leading lights in the early 19th Century but you might not know that he originally studied as a surgeon but left to focus on his poetry. At Keats House you’ll learn all about him and about his love for the girl next door “Fanny Brawne’, ah the old romantic!
Bury St Edmunds in the heart of Suffolk is a great way to spend a weekend, watch a play at the Theatre Royal and just meander around the shops. It has fantastic art galleries, hotels and its home to Greene King Brewery, next rounds is on you!!
The Abbey has been the coronation church since 1066, and is the final resting place of 17 monarchs. The church we see today was begun by Henry III in 1245. It’s one of the most important Gothic buildings in the country, and has the medieval shrine of an Anglo-Saxon saint at its heart.
North Norfolk’s Deep History Coast is the 22-mile stretch of coastline between Weybourne and Cart Gap which has revealed the most spectacular finds.Â
Brixham is a wonderful little fishing village in the district of Torbay in the County of Devon in South West England. It really has it all from quaint little B&B’s to probably the best fish restaurant around ( trust me its great!) Here’s a quick little video of some of the best on Tripadvisor to give you a feel. Anyone seen a pirate around ?!!
Berry Head