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Autumn in England
Autumn might be a bit colder than summer, but the visual transformation presented by the change of colours in the autumn leaves more than makes up for it.
Autumn is the perfect time to explore all that England has to offer, from the spooky goings on of Halloween and the excitement and explosion of fireworks on bonfire night, to the vibrant and cosmopolitan cities. Visit a haunted castle, take a walk through the autumnal colours of the English countryside, watch spectacular fireworks and sample the best of England’s local produce at one of our autumn food festivals.
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This autumn take the time to appreciate the picturesque scenery and the breathtakingly dramatic landscapes, when the woodland glows red, copper and yellow.
It's a great time of year to visit one of England's many food festivals
England’s rich history and heritage partnered with the abundance of castles, churches and historic pubs make it one of the best places to spend a spooky evening or night.
Bonfire Night is celebrated each year in England on 5th November. It has been celebrated every year since the Gunpowder plot in 1605, when Catholic conspirator Guy Fawkes tried to blow up the Houses of Parliament and King James I.
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