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01
Feb
February 1, 2023, , , ,

A Visitor’s Guide to Windsor Castle

Windsor Castle is one of the world’s most famous and historically rich castles. As a royal residence synonymous with the British Royal Family, it is also a popular tourist attraction. Millions of people visit yearly to see its stunning architecture and rich history.  You can spend hours exploring the castle grounds, which include beautiful gardens,...
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15
Dec
December 15, 2022, ,

The 10 Best Medieval Castles in Britain to Visit

Nowhere else on Earth is quite so associated with castles as the United Kingdom. Across Great Britain and Northern Ireland, enormous fortifications rise from the land. Sometimes the castles are grand and stately, conjuring romantic notions; at other times, they carry a sinister air that offers a sense of just how precarious life could be...
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Arundel castle on a sunny day
23
Nov
November 23, 2022, , ,

Arundel Castle: A Visitor’s Guide

First established as a motte-and-bailey castle in the 11th century, Arundel Castle survived England’s tumultuous Middle Ages and was besieged during the Anarchy and, subsequently, the English Civil War. Remodelled and restored during the 19th and 20th centuries, Arundel Castle & Gardens today constitutes one of the great historical sites in South East England.  Join...
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Hever Portcullis
08
Apr
April 8, 2022, , ,

A Guide to Hever Castle

Beginning its life as a country house in the 13th century, Hever Castle is today most famous as the childhood home of Anne Boleyn. For anyone interested in Tudor history and the reign of King Henry VIII, Hever Castle is a must-see destination. The castle is a historical gem set in the beautiful, leafy and...
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A view of Hever Castle in summer
23
Mar
March 23, 2022, ,

Spring and Summer Historical Attractions and Events in South East England (2022)

English Tourism Week is upon us and with a new theme for 2022: “You’re Welcome!”. Yes, this year’s message is loud and clear. After a couple of testing years, English tourism is buzzing again and welcoming guests from all over the world.We thought there was no better time for us to put together a blog...
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16
Mar
March 16, 2022, , ,

A Guide to Hampton Court Palace

Join John England Tours as we explore the dramatic history of Hampton Court Palace, one of England's most extraordinary royal palaces. Read more!
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21
Feb
February 21, 2022, , ,

Dover Castle and the White Cliffs

Experience over a thousand years of British history at Dover Castle, Kent – the castle of castles.
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10
Jan
January 10, 2022, , ,

Chartwell & Hever Castle

Located a mere five miles from each other, Sir Winston Churchill’s former home at Chartwell and Hever Castle, (once owned by the Boleyn family), represent two of the most important historical sites in all of England.
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16
Dec
December 16, 2021, , ,

Leeds Castle & Canterbury

Over the course of one day, you will get to experience one of England’s most iconic castles and the spiritual centre of England, Canterbury.
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03
Dec
December 3, 2021, , ,

Hever Castle & Leeds Castle

Across these two magnificent sites, you will dive into medieval and Tudor history, discovering the true stories that inspired popular works of drama and literature, such as the BBC’s The Boleyns and Hilary Mantel’s immensely popular books that form the Wolf Hall trilogy
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