City breaks in spring
Spring always seems to bring a breath of fresh air to English cities. As the first daffs poke their heads up in public parks, so the city sheds its winter skin in favour of a fresher look. And with so many vibrant cities to visit in England, where do you start? Do you stalk Canterbury’s cobbled streets in search of its secrets or swap The Canterbury Tales for Manchester’s Coronation Street Tour? If it’s the slick urban life you’re after then a city break in Nottingham’s hip creative quarter might do you good, with Michelin-starred dining and bijou boutique hotels.
Watch the changing of the Guards in London
For sheer pomp and ceremony, you can’t beat the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace.
Location: London, Greater London
Explore the city with Oxford Official Walking Tours
The fantastic walking tours are the perfect way to explore and learn about the history, famous residents and odd traditions of this unique city.
Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire
See spectacular deer in Richmond Park
Don’t miss your chance to see the famous deer which have been roaming in the Royal Park since 1529.
Location: Richmond-upon-Thames, Surrey
Stand astride the Prime Meridian at the Royal Observatory Greenwich
Stand with one foot in the east and one in the west and feel on top of the world at this historic observatory.
Location: Greenwich, London
Investigate the origins of Sherlock Holmes at Portsmouth Museum
Discover more about the creator of the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes at Portsmouth Museum.
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire
Go on a tour of Oxford University
A host of famous alumni and one... Harry Potter?
Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire
Visit a secret roman city near London
Spend a weekend in the historic city of St Albans, just a short journey from the centre of London.
Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire