10 ways to enjoy history on holiday in England

The Roman Baths, at the heart of the City of Bath World Heritage Site, consists of the remarkably preserved remains of one of the greatest religious spas of the ancient world. The city’s unique thermal springs rise in the site and the Baths still flow with natural hot water.

Explore the Roman Baths, walk on the original Roman pavements, and see the ruins of the Temple of Sulis Minerva. The museum collection, located next to the bathing complex, includes a gilt bronze head of the Goddess Sulis Minerva, and other Roman artifacts.

Serving a spectacular range of handmade cocktails using premium ingredients and celebrating the best local products from Kent, The Garden of England. The Pound is home to a very British menu and has an exciting list of local beers, ciders, English wine and houses one of the city's largest gin selections. The bar is set within Canterbury's atmospheric former city gaol, gaoler's house and police station, providing many unique settings to enjoy the fine section of cocktails and drinks, including in the three beautifully restored police cells and the picturesque riverside terrace.

Marvel at Hadrian's Wall as you stand at Birdoswald Roman Fort in Cumbria. With views spanning the longest stretch of the Wall, highlighting a turret, milecastle and more, a visit to Birdoswald Roman Fort is certainly worth a visit - not least because of the exceptional photo opportunities.

The Rows are continuous half-timbered galleries, reached by steps, which form a second row of shops above those at street level along Watergate Street, Northgate Street, Eastgate Street and Bridge Street. The Rows are unique in the world to Chester, and nobody is quite sure why they were built in this way. While some of the original 13th-century buildings, including the Three Old Arches in Bridge Street, have survived the ravages of time, many of the impressive facades are Victorian copies. Regardless of their age, they are still magnificent contributions to the beauty and character of Chester.

Durham Castle, together with the Cathedral, was awarded the status of a World Heritage Site in 1986, providing international recognition for this unique, historic and scenic site. Standing side by side on a prominent hilltop site, and encircled by the wooded slopes of the meandering River Wear, the Castle overlooks the medieval City of Durham, full of fascinating narrow streets.

From a starring role as Buckingham Palace in The Crown to 19th century revolutionary Paris in Les Misérables, the Old Royal Naval College has provided the setting for some of the most memorable scenes in major film and TV productions. On a tour of this national heritage site, you will be guided through over 60 years of filming, both on the iconic riverside grounds and inside the magnificent Painted Hall.

The International Bomber Command Centre (IBCC) serves as a point for recognition, remembrance, and reconciliation for Bomber Command. Providing the most comprehensive record of the Command in the world, the IBCC ensures that generations to come can learn of their vital role in protecting the freedom we enjoy today.

Explore the characterful and charming Blenheim Palace, home to the 12th Duke of Marlborough and his family, and the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Palace boasts an intriguing and diverse history.

Stonehenge is the best-known prehistoric monument in Europe. It endures as a source of inspiration and fascination, and a place of worship and celebration. A world-class visitor centre houses permanent and special exhibitions, a café and spacious shop. The Stone Circle sits at the top of the Avenue, the ancient approach to the site, and the surrounding landscape is open for exploration.

Stonehenge Glamping is the original glamping campsite in south Wiltshire offering options from basic glamping to luxury glamping in their yurt, The Solstice Retreat. Located 10 minutes by road from Stonehenge, they make a great base for exploring Salisbury and beyond with public transport links at the campsite entrance.

York's Chocolate Story, located in the heart of York, is an entertaining and informative guided tour through the history of York's most famous chocolate-making families and their finest creations. From the Chocolate Orange to the world-renowned Kit Kat, you'll discover chocolate's origins, how to make it, how to taste it like an expert and even the sustainable future of chocolate.