The Great British Bucket List: Utterly Unmissable Britain

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Dine at Norwich’s best restaurant, Benedict’s, where chef Richard Bainbridge brings stories to life through his food. Visit the National Railway Museum (which is free to enter) and see a range of locomotives, from the oldest steam trains and royal carriages, to the Eurostar and Japan’s Shinkansen.

Okay, so this one is all about the difference between a town and a village. Technically, by the old letter of the law, Manningtree is regarded as a town. However, with only a population of 900 people, it is the smallest town in Britain. 11. While Tiptree is the biggest village in Britain We predict staycations will continue to be popular this year. We all love having trips to look forward to and with international travel restrictions changing so fast, a UK break seems like a much safer bet. I really loved this section as this is the first glimpse of the green rolling hills that Surrey is famous for. We recently went on a winter trip to East Lothian in Scotland and wow, this place completely took our breath away.Another of our favourite trips last year was spending a weekend in Hampshire. Well, the highlight of that trip was going on a gin tour at the Bombay Sapphire distillery. If you’re interested in learning more about the wine at Denbies, you can take a tour of the vineyard. They also do wine tasting sessions too. You don’t have to drive the route either. If you fancy a challenge, how about hopping on a bike and spending a few weeks cycling the route? Or you could choose one area and walk a section of it. Immerse Yourself In The Natural Beauty Of The Isle of Skye Another pub option if you want to break up your walk with a stop in Chenies, The Red Lion is currently open from Friday – Sunday. They serve a great Sunday roast if you’re planning to visit at the weekend. DeVere Latimer Estate, Latimer The walk then passes by the imposing Latimer House, a historic mansion which has been transformed into the DeVere Latimer Estate luxury hotel. While the mansion is spectacular, the view over the river valley is even more special!

When I was looking for a walk close to London, I noticed this Polesden Lacey Nation Trust walk kept on coming up. In 1983, The Herald in Glasgow described the Burrell Collection as: “This is not just a magnificent building, nor is it just an array of precious works of art – it’s a magical mystery tour and an aesthetic event rolled into one.” Well, fast forward nearly 40 years and not much has changed! The next part of the route takes you through more rolling hills, Frogmore Meadow Nature Reserve and close to the village of Chenies. This village is famous for its 15th century Tudor house – Chenies Manor, however the walking route doesn’t go directly past, so you’d need to factor in a little detour if you want to see it for yourself. Latimer to Chesham One of the most famous things about this special Welsh village? Shopping for Portmeirion Pottery, which was founded by Susan Williams-Ellis, the daughter of Sir Clough. You’ll probably be familiar with the designs, as it’s found in households around the world. You can plan your trip with our handy guide to visiting Portmeiron. Explore The Gower Peninsula If you’re looking for a Surrey walk, then this is a great option. Starting and ending at Polesden Lacey means you don’t have to worry about leaving your car.If you go on a sunny day, you’ll get the sunlight streaming through the trees onto the forest floor. Honestly, it’s such a beautiful place to visit. It’s so peaceful being in Epping Forest Revision Col 3 Collins at Home | Support for schools Home tutors Letts Revision Collins4Parents Collins Book Sale Revision for students It’s funny, I think it took a pandemic for us to realise what we had on our doorstep. And from Cornwall all the way up to the Scottish Highlands, there are some incredible Great British experiences to make this a year to remember. What have you got planned for 2022? One of Scotland’s most famous sons was thought to have been born in Essex. Historians believe that Robert the Bruce was actually born at Montpelier’s Farm in Writtle near Chelmsford in 1274. An ancient pagan religious temple? A meeting place for a secret sect? Or a whimsical underground venue for extravagant parties?