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English Cities

The joy of city life in England is the energy and constant reinvention. Showcasing leading contemporary art in Newcastle, ground-breaking theatre in Leeds and Birmingham, and live music in the capital.

Throw in hundreds of museums, galleries, markets and family attractions and you’re only halfway to discovering what’s on offer.

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Cities to discover

Bristol Balloon Fiesta; Copyright: Gary Newman;

Bristol

Brunel to Banksy and everything inbetween.

Bristol

NewcastleGateshead Quayside; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

NewcastleGateshead

Two cities, a healthy rivalry and a vibrant cosmopolitan exprience.

NewcastleGateshead

Historic gems

View towards the Albert Dock, Liverpool; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

Liverpool

Liverpool has old-world charm, modern sophistication and a proud heritage it never tires of showing off.

Exchange Square, Nottingham; Experience Nottinghamshire;

Nottingham

A fantastic mix of old and new.

Birmingham Canal; Copyright: Advantage West Midlands;

Birmingham

The beating heart of the country.

Want something to do?

Equestrian Events; Beardy Vulcan;

EQUESTRIAN EVENTS

Pulteney Bridge, Bath; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

JANE AUSTEN'S BATH

Angel of the North, Gateshead; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

EXPLORING THE NORTH

MANCHESTER'S MUSICAL LEGACY Salford Lads Club, Manchester; M.Fuschsia;

Salford Lads Club, Manchester; M.Fuschsia;

MANCHESTER'S MARKETS Manchester Markets Cupcakes; There for the Baking;

Manchester Markets Cupcakes; There for the Baking;

LONDON MARATHON London Marathon; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

London Marathon; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

The Lowry, Manchester; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

FUTURISTIC MANCHESTER Manchester at Night; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

Manchester at Night; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

AFFLECKS MANCHESTER Afflecks Shopping, Manchester; Aaron McManus;

Afflecks Shopping, Manchester; Aaron McManus;

WIMBLEDON TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS Wimbledon Centre Court; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

Wimbledon Centre Court; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

WESTMINSTER & HOUSES OF PARLIAMENT Houses of Parliament and Big Ben at Night; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

Houses of Parliament and Big Ben at Night; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

VYNER STREET VEGAS Gallery, London; Copyright: VEGAS Gallery;

VEGAS Gallery, London; Copyright: VEGAS Gallery;

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CAMBRIDGE ISN’T THE ONLY PLACE TO GO PUNTING. CANTERBURY'S RIVER STOUR IS A GREAT WAY TO GET A DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVE OF THE CITY.

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