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Escape the 9 to 5 with an escape to the Peak District, exploring stately homes, picture-perfect villages and dramatic scenery.

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Climbing the cathedral and seeing Magna Carta are just some of the best things to do in Lincoln.

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A woman and a man walk up a steep hill in a heritage City

Walk in the footsteps of the Peaky Blinders, indulge in a legendary curry and take on the shops (and bling) of Birmingham

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Enjoy art, vintage shopping and the best restaurants in Coventry on a two-day break.

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Find the best wheelchair-friendly adventures in the Peak District with TV presenter Sophie Morgan.

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Experience an action-packed three-day break in Leicestershire that takes in both city and countryside, with food that will you drooling!

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Explore a city bursting with multicultural flavours, indulging in everything from street food to Michelin-star dining.

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Birmingham, West Midlands

Discover epic things to do in Lincolnshire, from castles and cathedrals to cosy pubs and donkey rides on the coast.

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From Coventry cathedrals to Cadbury World, Michelin-star cuisine and the Black Country Living Museum, discover the real West Midlands.

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Two women explore the ruins within the grounds of a Cathedral

From glorious countryside to historic market towns, epic heritage sites, to gourmet dining, discover the top things to do in Shropshire.

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From classic cars to safari lodges, gin school to luxe treehouses, this underrated county is worth all your attention.

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Discover Herefordshire, a top foodie destination without the crowds that takes in both quaint towns and dramatic countryside.

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With scenic countryside, luxe spas, boutique shopping and regal hotels, Northamptonshire is one of the most underrated places to visit in England.

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A Parish Church in the heart of a downtown village square.

From castles to caves and Robin Hood’s hideaway to Batman’s lair, discover the many things to do in Nottingham.

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Rolling hills and waterways, famous market towns and stately homes await in this secret pocket of England

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From canoeing, stargazing and swinging through Beechenhurst’s treetops, to the best Forest of Dean walks –  ultimate three-day escape.

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An aerial view of of a large forest and its winding river.

Four-day foodie breaks on the England-Wales border, with a few adventures to help you burn off that cider and cheese.

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From Shakespearean legends to river cruises and rum school, this two-day itinerary showcases the top things to do near Stratford-upon-Avon

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A young couple at Anne Hathaway's Cottage sitting on Tom Hare's 'The Moon Seat', Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England

From chilling with meerkats to craft workshops at iconic potteries in Stoke, this four-day trip puts Staffordshire in the spotlight

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A group of people looking across the Trent and Mersey Canal at several historic buildings in Stoke

Cadbury World adventures, gin-tasting tours and Michelin-starred restaurants: discover the most delectable days out in the West Midlands.

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A group of people eating a meal at a table in a restaurant in Birmingham, West Midlands

In the spotlight: Shropshire

Uncover unspoilt countryside, market towns packed with eateries and a UNESCO World Heritage Site in this secret slice of England.

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Location: Ludlow, Shropshire

Black and white tudor building in a town centre at dusk

Explore more regions in England

Affectionately known as ‘God’s Country’, visit Yorkshire and you too will be converted by its dramatic landscapes, historical cities and famous attractions.

Yorkshire

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Inflatable artwork 'Spiked' by Steve Messam exhibit at Fountains Abbey

Tick off historic icons, glamp next to lions, indulge at seaside restaurants and seek out some of England’s best fizz.

London & South East

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This slice of England is home to some of the country’s most beautiful seaside locations, but its charm doesn’t stop at the shore.

South West

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The harbour of Saint Michaels Mount in Cornwall

Explore swanky coastal towns, historical cities, royal estates and a vast maze of waterways teeming with wildlife in the East of England.

East of England

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A pretty village square with cobbled streets at dusk

Home to larger than life characters, landscapes, and nightlife, this northern region is loud, proud and always has a surprise up its sleeve.

North West

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Location: Lake District

Claife viewing station on the western shore of Lake Windermere.

From scene-stealing castles to unspoilt countryside, some of the country’s finest hidden gems are found up north.

North East

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