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Relaxing Escapes and Romantic Breaks

Wine tasting, wetlands, fast cars and snoozing in a vintage train carriage – just a handful of experiences you can enjoy in West Sussex.

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Explore motor museums, historic maritime villages, locally produced food and more things to do on a New Forest trip.

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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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From Blue Flag beaches to artisan eateries and romantic inns with stylish rooms, these are best things to do and places to stay in North Norfolk.

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Sandringham Estate in Norfolk

Immerse yourself in Jane Austen, the Thermae Bath Spa, and the best restaurants in Bath on a two-day romantic break.

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Woman leaping in the air at The Roman Baths, Bath, Somerset, England.

With its spas, fine-dining and shopping, Harrogate makes one of the best romantic breaks in England.

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From ancient stone circles and white hillside horses, to magical villages and Michelin-starred restaurants – these are the best things to do in Wiltshire.

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From classic gastropubs to plush boutique hotels – you’ll love this seductive three-day break in Buckinghamshire.

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Short breaks in England come in all varieties – and this one’s all about relaxing and rewilding on Durham’s spectacular coast.

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The outdoor spa area at dusk with a lit outdoor spa pool surrounded by loungers and the glass fronted circular spa building in the background.

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 a spectacular Harry Potter filming location, to cheese tours, vintage shopping – discover our top picks of things to do in Norwich.

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From stately homes to pretty villages, beautiful beaches to gourmet food, there are so many things to do in Essex.

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In the spotlight: Harrogate

Treat yourself (and your other half) to a three-day romantic break in this famous North Yorkshire spa town.

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