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Discovery of a Chinese porcelain factory in the heart of Cornwall, its history and manufacturing technique.

103 of these small towers were built between 1805 and 1812 to protect themselves from potential invasions of the French led by Napoleon. It is located in the east of Folkestone on the cliff edge.

Beautiful gardens. If construction began in the th century, it was completed in the th and th centuries and the style is now more rococo than medieval. Note the west elevation by Christopher Wren. The Duke of Malmesbury was the first to reside here. Today private property, however open to the public by appointment.

The New Forest Wildlife Park is a center for the protection and rescue of animals such as foxes, badgers, lynxes, fallow deer, wolves, owls, among many others... Meet them all here, just outside Southampton at the entrance to the New Forest National Park. The park's specialty is Britain's native wildlife, as well as otters and owls from all over the world, with over a dozen species. It's a great idea for a day out with the kids before heading off to hike in the National Park.

Take Hill Road, and continue until the end of the road, where a beautiful panorama awaits you. Breathing the ajoncs, the heather and the genêts, the lande you around. A walk early in the morning, or at sunset, to see the Welsh coast.

Visit of a former Roman villa and discovered the crafts of the time through manual activities.

West of Freshwater Bay and Alum Bay on the B 3322. This fort was built in 1860 to protect England from the threat of a French invasion: two cannons point to the sea. From here, an underground tunnel leads to a spectacular view of "needles". A little lower, there is a shopping centre with tea and coffee salon.

The adorable, tiny harbor of Mullion Cove is very picturesque, with its breakwater nestling between the cliffs and its imposing rocks jutting out of the water. We particularly like the colorful fishing boats. The place feels like the end of the world, yet the boats are freshly repainted and still in use, just as they have been since the port was founded in 1893. The wheel used to hoist the boats by hand can still be seen on its circular gravel site. The port used to specialize in sardines.

Towards St Laurence, the walk along the coast and thus along the cliffs is very pleasant, it also allows to reach the botanical garden.

This Elizabethan-style manor house was built in the 16th century by the Prideaux-Brune family, supposed descendants of William the Conqueror who still live there today. Its interior, richly decorated with magnificent ceilings, made it the location of many period films. Very beautiful view of the Camel River. The house offers a beautiful collection of artwork, including royal and family portraits, quality furniture and the Prideaux porcelain collection. The ceiling discovered in the Grand Chamber is a masterpiece.

Park for the Protection of Endangered Species: tigers, Atlas lions, gorillas, black rhino, Asian elephants…

To the north of the peninsula, valleys, a riverside bordered by oaks, hamlets, small coves contrast with those of the rest of the peninsula. It's also here that we discover Frenchman's creek, made famous by the writer Daphne Du Maurier.

There are varied landscapes to discover during pleasant walks, in the surrounding countryside, or by visiting the surrounding fishermen's villages (Portloe, St Mawes, St Just-in-Roseland…).

A factory and a shop of barley sugar for the gourmands. There is plenty to visit and eat.

The journey, longer than by road, but more picturesque is to avoid rainy days. However, the park offers a bucolic spectacle with its mountain on the horizon covered by snow most of the year, its little sheep, its river and its bridge…

Leisure centre with swimming pools, football fields, badminton, tennis, coffee…

On the other side of the A 35, you will be able to take a picnic in the well-established places and then walk in the woods on marked trails.

For £ 24,99 and £ 14,99 for children. Three consecutive days and many free attractions: Beatles museum, ferry cruise on the Mersey, City Explorer Bus Tour… and also discounts from 25 to 15% in five restaurants in the city.

From the lighthouse, it is possible to walk along the cliffs; follow the Coastal Path signs.

The reputation of this place, comes from its important collection of paintings from the "Newlyn School", an artistic movement that developed in the region in the 19th century. Today, the site is home to a museum and an art gallery. Temporary exhibits are on the ground floor and the museum is surrounded by Penlee Memorial Park. It also houses a department of archaeology, costumes and textiles, decorative arts and photography, all related to the town. Temporary exhibitions are held there regularly.

Falmouth has four main beaches: Gyllyngvase, Castle, Swanpool and Meanporth, all monitored.

Blue Anchor Bay, a pebble beach, stretches to a few miles from Minehead. A quiet promenade runs along the seafront and you can dine at the charming Driftwood Cafe, which serves snacks from until.

This beautiful Regency style building is surrounded by a park and was built in the 1830s by the wealthy Joseph Pitt. The Pump Room quickly became an attraction where the famous local water, discovered in the 1715s, was drawn from. In 1788, King George III and Queen Charlotte came to draw water from it, giving the place its reputation. The spring comes out in the park and you can taste the alkaline and salty water. The auditorium is also open to the public.

The A 371 leads west of Wells, then you go to Wookey Hole, you cross the village and turn right. There, a gorge and a beautiful panorama await you. Picnic area, parking.

A short walk along the shores of the lake leads to this very beautiful point of view that would have inspired John Ruskin. On the way, you can see the beautiful wooded island of Derwent and then contemplate the Friar's Grag the gentle mountains that reach the waters of the lake.

The aquarium has been established in Fowey for over 50 years and is home to the various fish that populate the river near Fowey. Octopuses, crayfish, crabs and congresses can also be found here.

Park and garden where you can bathe and fish. Boat rental from late March to early November. Pay parking.

This garden overlooking the Dee River offers a pleasant promenade and a few buildings of interest. At the entrance the Grosvenor Park lodge and its typically revival look, with its black and white façade. It was designed by John Douglas, an architect who contributed to the definition of this style that today distinguishes the city. Elsewhere, a charming well is hidden between the trees. Its location would be explained by a popular belief that young girls wishing to find a husband should wish to do their best with the right leg diving in the water! This provides a perfect setting for a family picnic on the beautiful lawns. Outdoor theatre in the summer.

Geevor Tin Mine is one of the many sites bearing witness to the Cornish coast's industrial past, when ore mining was important. The mine ceased operating in 1990 and is now a tourist attraction. Wearing a helmet, you descend into the mine, with a guide, and it's best to dress accordingly, as the visit can get messy. Claustrophobic visitors are advised not to... To find out more, a museum recounts the history of the site and the life of the miners. Their equipment and a series of photographs are on display. An interesting visit.

Starting point for long fox hunting parties, when they were still permitted, Exford is entirely oriented towards tourism. The village has a mountain atmosphere. The air is pure and feels like the end of the world. History and tradition play an important role.

For all kinds of information about the region. For hotel reservations on Lake District: Tel (0845) 450. Also consult the following Internet sites: www.lakedistrictoutdoors.co.uk - www.golakes.co.uk

Access by London Euston Station in 3 hours for Lancaster, 4 hours for Oxenholme Lake District. With its magnificent and varied landscapes, where the greenery and mountains surround the lakes and small villages, the Lake District is a paradise for hikers. This park is part of the National Trust. Volcanic activity and the various glaciations have shaped this park with a very varied terrain.

The Scaffell Pike, with its 978 m, is punctuated by water, ranging from Lake Windermere, 17 km from Lake Windermere to the small «tarns» of only a few metres. Inhabited from the Neolithic, there are many vestiges of these ancient tribes in the region: stone circles, old axes on the Old Man, a mountain overlooking the village of Coniston… In the th century, the beauty of the region did not escape from the English romanticism coming to search for inspiration. The poetry of Wordsworth, who wrote one of the first presentation guides in the region, and Turner's canvases owes much to the magic of these sublime landscapes especially in summer.

Besides hiking, the Lake District offers visitors numerous possibilities for activities (cycling, horse riding, climbing, boat…) and interesting museums.

Set in the house of the Victorian photographer Julia Margaret Cameron, the museum recounts the life and career of the artist, one of the pioneers of photography in the th century. Temporary exhibitions are also organized.

In the vicinity of Freshwater, bathers will enjoy the beautiful sandy beaches.

Temporary exhibitions are dedicated to renowned English stylists. A museum of accessories presents fabrics and lace. The Birth Gallery has been offering a children's museum since the beginning of Victorian times: dolls with their home and wardrobe, as well as a Teddy Bears collection, the famous English teddy bears. Mothers can drive their sick daughter at Dolls Hospital, dolls hospital where they will find advice from specialists.

Here we visit a mid-19th century farmhouse, which was occupied until the 1960s. The main resources came from the sea and the man was generally a fisherman, while women and children worked the land. The whole family lived in this space - grandparents, parents and children - divided into two parts: the Ben end or bedroom and the But end or kitchen. The site offers a striking experience and an interesting perspective of life at that time, devoid of superfluous and keeping to the bare essentials of life.

Visit of a mill, whose wheel is located under the house, and which works thanks to the tide. It is one of the few in Europe in a state of walking and capable of grinding according to traditional methods. Guided tour possible.

We can see the workshops of artisans in activity: turners on wood, potters, goldsmiths and trainers.

Mill built in 1845, still active.

Learn about the frequent demonstrations of crafts (pottery, engraving, watercolour, enluminure…).

It's a sumptuous natural arch flowing on the cliff. There are several hikes. Beautiful beaches next to, but often crowded with tourists from the beautiful days.

It's possible to take a hike to enjoy the charms of the landscape, the best is to stop in the small village of East Chaldon and there, walk explore Stairways Hole, Saint Oswald's Bay or Man O'War Cove and Durdle Door (6 km East Chaldon).

. peak (520 m). Many walks around Dunkery Beacon allow you to admire it.

This hiking trail begins in Poole and follows the entire south coast of Dorset to Lyme Regis. It takes about 5 days to do it in full but several stopovers are possible. The most beautiful places are Durdle Door, Lulworth Fossil Forest and Old Harry Rocks to Lulworth, then the Golden Cap and Charmouth (fossils) near Bridport.

Kynance Cove is a superb little wild cove, set at the bottom of the cliffs and very typical of Cornwall. In summer, the water is so turquoise that you might think you are on the other side of the world and here you will see beautiful examples of serpentine rock: a dark green, veined or spotted rock. A small paying car park precedes the site which is accessible by a path. Walking here is very pleasant, above the sea and facing the horizon. You can also go down to the small beach. The sunsets there are magnificent.

This pleasant promenade along the sea runs 6 km and allows you to reach the towns of Sandgate and Hythe. When it's nice it's really nice to walk on foot or by bike that distance, only the by the noise of the waves. Leas Cliff Lift makes it easier for you to go up the cliffs.

A beautiful monastic ruin of the th century. A visitor information centre tells you about the past of the Cistercian Abbey. A pleasant location on the banks of the Area River, adds to the pleasure of the visit.

Approximately 17 hectares of gardens (English) extend around the Distinguishing River. Stone terraces and railings create a multitude of intimate gardens. A small farm is close to the youngest, as well as a "Nature trail" or adventure circuit, which allows you to discover the different species of trees and tree species.

Originally, Lulworth Castle hosted the nobles during their hunting parts and was successively occupied by several monarchs before being ravaged by a fire in 1929. An impressive renovation work revealed the original splendour of the building. To accentuate the effect of realism, some pieces are furnished as in the th century, when the castle was built. From the top of the towers, we saw the surrounding countryside.

Located near Lulworth West, this natural cove, almost perfectly circular, is one of the most beautiful examples of this type of natural formation in the world. The. Door is right next door.

Lizard Point is the most southerly point in Britain, making it a must-see in Cornwall. It gives the impression of having arrived at the end of the world. The cliffs aren't the highest in the region, but there's a certain charm about it, not least thanks to its ^18th-century lighthouse. It's on this ocean-defying piece of land that the Atlantic crossing record attempts are judged, starting from New York. Don't forget your binoculars for seal and cormorant watching on the way!

For all those who appreciate the composer of The Planets, Gustav Holst (1874-1934), they will find here his home, life and complete works. It is an interesting place to experience the atmosphere of a house in Victorian times, the place acts like a time machine and here we are in the 19th century. Don't miss the Victorian kitchen still in working order. Musical events are celebrated in honour of the musician according to different themes throughout the year, please consult the programming if you are interested.

Nelson admiral of Nelson restored as it was in 1805. Nelson's bed curtains were embroidered by his mistress, Emma Hamilton! HMS Victory had 800 men on his side when he won against the Fearsome. Three hours after victory, Nelson died, hit by a cannon.