Things to Do in The Southeast of England
Find and plan things to do in the Southeast of England. From shopping and museum hopping to countryside rambles, garden visits, historic houses and sports, there's plenty to do in the Southeast.
Azalea Displays in Richmond Park's Isabella Plantation
Pictures of Azalea Plants at the Isabella Plantation in Richmond Park
Pictures of Azalea Plants at the Isabella Plantation in Richmond Park
UK Day Trips - A Kent Itinerary for Walkers With Car Alternatives
This UK Day Trip visits the murderous village of Ightham in Kent, Iron Age Fortress Olbury Hill and Medieval Manor House Ightham Mote, with a stop for lunch at a traditional English country pub. The Itinerary is planned for walkers with alternative directions for travel by car. It makes a great day out in the southeast of England.
This UK Day Trip visits the murderous village of Ightham in Kent, Iron Age Fortress Olbury Hill and Medieval Manor House Ightham Mote, with a stop for lunch at a traditional English country pub. The Itinerary is planned for walkers with alternative directions for travel by car. It makes a great day out in the southeast of England.
Ightham Mote Fortified Medieval Manor
Ightham Mote - a fortified and moated medieval manor - is the National Trust's longest and most expensive restoration project. The house is considered a living museum of architecture
Ightham Mote - a fortified and moated medieval manor - is the National Trust's longest and most expensive restoration project. The house is considered a living museum of architecture
Great Days Out - Ightham - Peaceful Village With A Heart of Darkness
Great Days Out - Ightham in Kent is a peaceful and quaint English Village that conceals a history of dark secrets and a heart of darkness. It's an atmosphere that would make Miss Marple feel right at home or could be the setting for the Midsomer Murders or the Avengers.
Great Days Out - Ightham in Kent is a peaceful and quaint English Village that conceals a history of dark secrets and a heart of darkness. It's an atmosphere that would make Miss Marple feel right at home or could be the setting for the Midsomer Murders or the Avengers.
British Music Experience - A New Interactive Attraction at the O2 London
The British Music Experience at the O2 in London is a hi-tech, interactive experience about British Music for the last 60 years. Sing along, play along, dance along and see great music business memorabilia. A top attraction for music lovers.
The British Music Experience at the O2 in London is a hi-tech, interactive experience about British Music for the last 60 years. Sing along, play along, dance along and see great music business memorabilia. A top attraction for music lovers.
The Downs Link - A Cross Country Trail Through Surrey and West Sussex
England Walking - The Downs Link is a 37-mile, level, off road path for walking, cycling and riding in Surrey and West Sussex, England
England Walking - The Downs Link is a 37-mile, level, off road path for walking, cycling and riding in Surrey and West Sussex, England
Brighton - Pictures of Regency Brighton
Pictures of Regency Brighton, including the Brighton Pavilion
Pictures of Regency Brighton, including the Brighton Pavilion
Brighton Seafront and Brighton's Piers
Pictures of Brighton Seafront and Brighton Pier
Pictures of Brighton Seafront and Brighton Pier
The Royal Pavilion, Brighton - Britain's Most Exotic and Extraordinary Palace
The Royal Pavilion, a top Brighton attraction, was George IV's Regency summer house and Folly. It is the most exotic and extraordinary summer house in Britain
The Royal Pavilion, a top Brighton attraction, was George IV's Regency summer house and Folly. It is the most exotic and extraordinary summer house in Britain
Essential Visitor Information for the Royal Pavilion in Brighton
Find out essential visitor information for Brighton's Royal Pavilion. Hours, costs, contacts and how to get there
Find out essential visitor information for Brighton's Royal Pavilion. Hours, costs, contacts and how to get there
UK Day Trips: Plan a Family Day Out Beaulieu in Hampshire
Plan a London Day Trip to Beaulieu. This historic house in the New Forest makes a great family day out from London to see the National Motor Museum, a Palace House, a 13th century abbey, a James Bond Exhibition and lots more.
Plan a London Day Trip to Beaulieu. This historic house in the New Forest makes a great family day out from London to see the National Motor Museum, a Palace House, a 13th century abbey, a James Bond Exhibition and lots more.
UK Day Trips - Short Easy Away Days From London
Transportation links from London to the suburbs, the countryside and even other nearby cities are easy, fast and reasonably priced. If you are looking for an alternative to London's hustle and bustle, and a chance to see England from a different perspective, these quick "away days" may be just the ticket. They're all reachable in about an hour by public transportation too.
Transportation links from London to the suburbs, the countryside and even other nearby cities are easy, fast and reasonably priced. If you are looking for an alternative to London's hustle and bustle, and a chance to see England from a different perspective, these quick "away days" may be just the ticket. They're all reachable in about an hour by public transportation too.
Oxford, England - A Half-Day, Guided Walking Tour of Oxford
Take a walk around Oxford University in Oxford England. This guide to a half-day walk around key sites in Oxford England includes pictures of the Ashmolean Museum, Worcester College, Balliol College, The Sheldonian Theatre, The Bodleian Library, the Radcliffe Camera and more.
Take a walk around Oxford University in Oxford England. This guide to a half-day walk around key sites in Oxford England includes pictures of the Ashmolean Museum, Worcester College, Balliol College, The Sheldonian Theatre, The Bodleian Library, the Radcliffe Camera and more.
An Afternoon in Oxford - South of The High Street, Then Down The Pub
Oxford University - Another Walk in Oxford - Oxford University South of the High Street
Oxford University - Another Walk in Oxford - Oxford University South of the High Street
Oxford University the Easy Way - Short Courses at Famous Oxford Univ.
Study at Oxford - Short courses at famous Oxford University are an Oxford education the easy way. Week long, summer school courses in England allow you to study on vacation. There are no special qualifications, no tests, no papers, and no grades at Oxford University's summer classes in Oxford England. And it's all-inclusive
Study at Oxford - Short courses at famous Oxford University are an Oxford education the easy way. Week long, summer school courses in England allow you to study on vacation. There are no special qualifications, no tests, no papers, and no grades at Oxford University's summer classes in Oxford England. And it's all-inclusive
An Afternoon in Oxford - South of The High Street, Then Down The Pub
Oxford University - Another Walk in Oxford - Oxford University South of the High Street
Oxford University - Another Walk in Oxford - Oxford University South of the High Street
Bicester Village - Chic Discount Outlet Mall Near Oxford
Bicester Village is a designer brand outlet mall about 10 miles from Oxford. Find luxury clothing and products for the home at this discount outlet mall of chic boutiques about an hour from London
Bicester Village is a designer brand outlet mall about 10 miles from Oxford. Find luxury clothing and products for the home at this discount outlet mall of chic boutiques about an hour from London
The Henley Royal Regatta - An Insider's Look at This Very English Event
The Henley Royal Regatta - Come along and see what it's like to attend the Henley Royal Regatta - from a non-sports fan's point of view.
The Henley Royal Regatta - Come along and see what it's like to attend the Henley Royal Regatta - from a non-sports fan's point of view.
Great British Walks - - A Hike or a Ramble Along The South Downs Way
The South Downs Way, Britain's oldest long distance path is an easy adventure less than an hour from London by rail. It makes a good day out for London visitors plus a lovely part of the country to visit in its own right. Check out these pictures of the South Downs Way.
The South Downs Way, Britain's oldest long distance path is an easy adventure less than an hour from London by rail. It makes a good day out for London visitors plus a lovely part of the country to visit in its own right. Check out these pictures of the South Downs Way.
William Morris's Red House - The Home of the Arts&Crafts Movement
Read about William Morris's The Red House. See Pictures of The Red House, called the home of the 19th century Arts & Craft Movement that led to Art Nouveau. The home of William Morris, it was the only house commissioned by Morris and built by 19th century architect and designer Philip Webb. Now owned by the National Trust it is open so that the public can see the process of restoration.
Read about William Morris's The Red House. See Pictures of The Red House, called the home of the 19th century Arts & Craft Movement that led to Art Nouveau. The home of William Morris, it was the only house commissioned by Morris and built by 19th century architect and designer Philip Webb. Now owned by the National Trust it is open so that the public can see the process of restoration.
A Very English Castle - Porchester Castle on The South Coast
Visit Porchester Castle, the ultimate English Castle. Porchester, not far from the South Downs Way, is an English Castle that played a role in all of English history from Roman times to the Napoleanic era. Porchester Castle is close to the South Downs Way and a good day trip destination or break from a South Downs Walk.
Visit Porchester Castle, the ultimate English Castle. Porchester, not far from the South Downs Way, is an English Castle that played a role in all of English history from Roman times to the Napoleanic era. Porchester Castle is close to the South Downs Way and a good day trip destination or break from a South Downs Walk.
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre -- 2008 Season
UK Visitors in London between April 23 and October 5, 2008 can see Shakespeare classics, rarely performed works and modern plays at Shakespeare's Globe.
UK Visitors in London between April 23 and October 5, 2008 can see Shakespeare classics, rarely performed works and modern plays at Shakespeare's Globe.
Titchfield Abbey - An Ancient Monument With Shakespearean Connections
Titchfield Abbey is an ancient monument under the protection of English Heritage. It was also the home of Shakespeare's patron and an important place for royal newlyweds in the Middle Ages.
Titchfield Abbey is an ancient monument under the protection of English Heritage. It was also the home of Shakespeare's patron and an important place for royal newlyweds in the Middle Ages.
Plan your Visit to Nymans Garden in West Sussex
Nymans Garden in West Sussex, not far from Brighton and its Royal Pavilion, is a theatrical and colorful English Garden to visit, designed and cared for by three generations of an artistic English family.
Nymans Garden in West Sussex, not far from Brighton and its Royal Pavilion, is a theatrical and colorful English Garden to visit, designed and cared for by three generations of an artistic English family.
Plan A Visit to Stowe Landscape Gardens in Buckinghamshire
Stowe Landscape Gardens is one of the earliest examples of English landscape gardening. Worked on by Vanbrugh, Capability Brown,Charles Bridgeman, William Kent and James Gibbs, it is 750 acres of parkland with 40 listed temples and monuments.
Stowe Landscape Gardens is one of the earliest examples of English landscape gardening. Worked on by Vanbrugh, Capability Brown,Charles Bridgeman, William Kent and James Gibbs, it is 750 acres of parkland with 40 listed temples and monuments.
Plan A Visit to Sissinghurst Castle Garden
Sissinghurst Castle Garden in Kent, is an English country garden connected to the ruins of a Tudor castle and the romantic country cottage of Vita Sackville-West and Harold Nicolson. Plan your visit to Sissinghurst with this visitor information.
Sissinghurst Castle Garden in Kent, is an English country garden connected to the ruins of a Tudor castle and the romantic country cottage of Vita Sackville-West and Harold Nicolson. Plan your visit to Sissinghurst with this visitor information.
Plan Your Visit to RHS Wisley Garden - Visitor Information for RHS Wis
RHS Wisley, an English Garden. Plan a visit to the RHS demonstration and trial garden, RHS Wisley, an English garden to visit, 20 miles southwest of London. What you'll find at RHS Wisley Garden.
RHS Wisley, an English Garden. Plan a visit to the RHS demonstration and trial garden, RHS Wisley, an English garden to visit, 20 miles southwest of London. What you'll find at RHS Wisley Garden.
Christmas Decorations at Waddesdon Manor 2007
Christmas Decorations 2007 at Waddesdon Manor, the "French" Chateau created the Ferdinand de Rothschild outside of London, were inspired by Hans Christian Anderson stories.
Christmas Decorations 2007 at Waddesdon Manor, the "French" Chateau created the Ferdinand de Rothschild outside of London, were inspired by Hans Christian Anderson stories.
Chelsea Flower Show - The Greatest Flower Show on Earth
Find out about the Chelsea Flower Show, the Royal Horticultural Society's annual London event that many garders, designers and nurserymen consider the greatest flower show on earth.
Find out about the Chelsea Flower Show, the Royal Horticultural Society's annual London event that many garders, designers and nurserymen consider the greatest flower show on earth.
Kew Gardens Visitor Information - Kew Gardens, London - All You Need T
About.com's London Guide Laura Porter with all you need to know about visiting Kew Gardens
About.com's London Guide Laura Porter with all you need to know about visiting Kew Gardens
Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre Visitor Information
The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre celebrates the life of the children's author. A series of galleries tell his story through film, objects, and lively interactive displays. Laura Porter, About.com's Guide to London for Visitors, has checked it out and reports that visitors can even sit in Roald Dahl's writing chair!
The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre celebrates the life of the children's author. A series of galleries tell his story through film, objects, and lively interactive displays. Laura Porter, About.com's Guide to London for Visitors, has checked it out and reports that visitors can even sit in Roald Dahl's writing chair!
Greenwich Photos - Walking the Thames Path in Greenwich
About.com's Guide to Walking takes a Pictorial tour of Greenwich, England along the Thames Path
About.com's Guide to Walking takes a Pictorial tour of Greenwich, England along the Thames Path
Leeds Castle - A Visit to Leeds Castle in England
Leeds Castle is a romantic place to visit, not far from London, with a history full romance and royal intrigue. You can have a great day out and you can even get married there. Susan Breslow Sardone, About.com's guide to Honeymoon's and Romantic Places has the lowdown.
Leeds Castle is a romantic place to visit, not far from London, with a history full romance and royal intrigue. You can have a great day out and you can even get married there. Susan Breslow Sardone, About.com's guide to Honeymoon's and Romantic Places has the lowdown.
Milton's Cottage - An Easy Day Out from London
Milton's Cottage is an easy day out from London. The only extant home of John Milton, the great English poet and parliamentarian, in Chalfont St. Giles, Buckinghamshire, it was here that he completed Paradise Lost, and first thought about Paradise Regained.
Milton's Cottage is an easy day out from London. The only extant home of John Milton, the great English poet and parliamentarian, in Chalfont St. Giles, Buckinghamshire, it was here that he completed Paradise Lost, and first thought about Paradise Regained.
The Victoria and Albert Museum Shop
This has got to be one of the best museum shops ever. The V&A's focus is applied design so goods in the shop not only reflect its historical collection but highlight the very best of the V&A's themes in contemporary British design -- ceramics, jewelry, clothes, housewares, glassware. Shopping here is my own personal Christmas treat.
This has got to be one of the best museum shops ever. The V&A's focus is applied design so goods in the shop not only reflect its historical collection but highlight the very best of the V&A's themes in contemporary British design -- ceramics, jewelry, clothes, housewares, glassware. Shopping here is my own personal Christmas treat.
Buckingham Palace and Britain's Other Royal Palaces
Buckingham Palace is just the tip of the iceberg. Find out about all the Royal families official and private residences, Queen Elizabeth's art collections and how you can drop in on Liz.
Buckingham Palace is just the tip of the iceberg. Find out about all the Royal families official and private residences, Queen Elizabeth's art collections and how you can drop in on Liz.