England Art, Bird, Castles & palaces, People + Water sports pictures

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Appreciate the cultural transformation this waterfront city has undergone, with the World War II-damaged center now home to fashionable restaurants and maritime attractions.

From its architecture to its industry and sporting events, this is a city of fascinating contrasts just an hour by train from London. 

Enjoy the tranquil setting of this spacious sandy haven flanked by a miniature railway and an aquarium with Humboldt penguins.

Medieval architecture, galleries, cultural centers, picturesque parks and a lively waterfront make this one of the most attractive cities in southwest England.

Bring your childhood dreams to life at the complex devoted to the children’s books and other works at this local wonderland.

Explore nature trails, watch the birds of prey displays and go on a deer safari at this manor house that combines a medieval military exterior with opulent Victorian furnishings.

Discover the creatures that live deep in the world’s oceans and learn about the importance of conservation at the largest aquarium in the U.K.

Watch a game of polo, eat at a famous chef’s restaurant and surf the impressive waves of this scenic bay.

Medieval architecture, galleries, cultural centers, picturesque parks and a lively waterfront make this one of the most attractive cities in southwest England.

Combining old-world charm with modern surf chic, this unspoiled village is hugely popular with tourists, from watersports enthusiasts to walkers.

Marvel at the picturesque terrain around the sheltered inlet harbor and learn about witchcraft, a vanished castle and devastating floods.

Gaze up at the iconic limestone cliffs rising from the North Sea in this lively town with a history of explorers.

Ride a boat around the islands of this scenic lake and visit the charming villages where some of England’s greatest writers lived.

Wander through what Wordsworth described as the “loveliest spot that man hath ever found” to feel the stirring emotions of the Lake Poets.

Whitby’s hilltop church is known for its coastal views, varied architectural influences and sacred history, as well as the famous vampire who stalked the cemetery.

Watch a game of polo, eat at a famous chef’s restaurant and surf the impressive waves of this scenic bay.

Let nostalgia take hold in a museum of children’s tales and learn about the history of boats in this pleasant lakeside commune.

Wander through what Wordsworth described as the “loveliest spot that man hath ever found” to feel the stirring emotions of the Lake Poets.

Combine your visit to this innovative and diverse aquarium with a steam train journey and a cruise on the picturesque lake.

Nestled on the western side of the Jurassic Coast, this unspoiled town is one of the most beautiful in Devon.