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England for all Seasons

England for all Seasons

From the explosion of colour and new beginnings of spring to sun-parched summer days and autumnal landscapes, glimmering with auburn and gold - we love England's changing seasons.

 

Head to a farm and welcome newborn lambs, hire a narrowboat for a lazy week exploring the Norfolk Broads,  and when the nights draw in, settle in an historic pub for a winter's evening warmed with mulled wine and an open fire.


Spring Bluebells; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;
Spring

Spring in England

Crisp dewy mornings, new born lambs, pastel blossoms coating trees. Spring is the perfect time for staying on a farm or a long weekend exploring England's stately homes and lush gardens.


Here's some ideas...

Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

Blenheim Palace

This decadent UNESCO World Heritage site is filled with history.

Harewood Waterfall, Harewood House, Yorkshire; Copyright: Peter Stubbs;

Gardens at Harewood House

Stunning Capabilty Brown-designed grounds plus penguins, flamingos and an ice house.

Upper Parsonage Farm, Hampshire; Copyright: Chris Warren;

Upper Parsonage Farm in Hampshire

Cows and sheep for company plus cream teas all round in the Meon Valley.

Surfing at Polzeath, Cornwall; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;
Summer

Summer in England

Summer is a perfect for surfing England's frothy teal waves. It's also a great time to lose yourself in the sun-dusted countryside with hiking boots and a compass or a gingham blanket and pink lemonade. How  will you make the most of the sunshine?


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High Force Waterfall, Durham; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

Teesdale High Force

Located at Forest-in-Teesdale in Durham, High Force takes a roaring plunge over volcanic rock.

Sailing on the Norfolk Broads; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

Posh Boats on the Norfolk Broads

Take a well-earned break from life.

Saltdean; Scott Dougall;

Saltdean

Bring your waterproofs and take on the tide in East Sussex.

Alderley Edge; VisitBritain images;
Autumn

Autumn in England

As well as picturesque landscapes dusted with gold and auburn, autumn is also great for food and drink festivals, scaring yourself silly on a ghost walk in honour of Halloween and venturing to new cities for a long weekend away.


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Pendle Witch Trail, Lancashire; nadzferatu;

Pendle Witch Trail

A constant reminder of the famous witch trials.

Afflecks Manchester; NeDaCo;

Manchester's Northern Quarter

A teeming area packed with clubs and fashion stores.

John Betjeman's Old House; Copyright: The Landmark Trust;

Stay in John Betjeman’s old home

Indulge in history, poetry and market food at this East London hideaway.

Canterbury Cathedral in Winter; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;
Winter

Winter in England

We can't promise you sunshine but we can promise you some of the best Christmas events in Europe, charming cottages with open fires, michellin star restaurants, and an arts and culture scene that is unmatched.


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Sandringham Estate, Norfolk; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

Sandringham Estate

Sandringham is the Queen’s official Norfolk residence.

York Minster; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

York Minster

One of the biggest cathedrals in Europe, York Minster is packed with Gothic architecture greatness.

Dunham Massey, Cheshire; ©NTPL/Andrew Butler;

Dunham Massey

When it comes to flower-filled walks head to Dunham Massey in Cheshire.


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Gardens

Smelling the rich fragrances of lavender, snowdrops, roses and bluebells.

English Gardens

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