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Travel diaries providing inspiration for planning the perfect trip
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Travel Diaries providing inspiration for planning the perfect trip
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Holmes Mill, Clitheroe
History Holmes Mill is a former cotton mill that’s been lovingly restored, enhancing its heritage to create a splendid leisure destination. The mill was established in 1823 and underwent several changes of use and ownership until manufacturing ceased in the 1970’s. James’ Places acquired the buildings in 2015 and embarked on a stunning £10m programme…
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A day in Bremerhaven from Bremen, Germany
Bremerhaven is situated on the North Sea coast of Germany, a short rail journey from Bremen. Maritime history combined with historical sights makes for a worthwhile day trip. The town was originally a sea port for the Hanseatic city of Bremen but soon grew to become a city in its own right as a major…
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Travel Guide: Bremen, Germany
Travel Guide: Bremen About: The city of Bremen is situated in north west Germany lying approximately 120 km south west of Hamburg. Its location on the Weser River enabled the city to be a key post in the Hanseatic League. The League was a group of trading guilds that existed during the 13th to 17th…
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Shireburn Arms, Clitheroe
Location: Steeped in history and renowned for its good food and its friendly welcome, the Shireburn Arms is situated in the idyllic village of Hurst Green in the scenic Ribble Valley. This beautiful part of east Lancashire is centred around the prosperous market town of Clitheroe five miles away and is easily accessible being only…
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Marrakech Travel Guide
Marrakech is located in the western region of Morocco, set within the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. The city is 300 km south east of the capital Rabat and 246 km from the coastal city of Agadir. Separated from the Sahara Desert by the Atlas Mountains, Marrakech was constructed in 1070 as the capital of…
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The Ullswater Inn, Glenridding, Cumbria
Location: The Ullswater Inn is situated in Glenridding on the south western shore of Lake Ullswater in the Lake District National Park. The hotel was formerly known as The Glenridding Hotel but since its recent change of ownership and major refurbishment by the Inn Collection Group it has adopted a new name. Arrival and check…
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The Five Rise Locks celebrates its 250th anniversary
The locks at Bingley in West Yorkshire are considered one of the greatest feats of canal engineering of their day and are Grade I listed, in the same category as York Minster and Buckingham Palace. They sit on the Leeds to Liverpool canal, once one of England’s most important transport routes. The Bingley Five Rise…
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The Bush Hotel, Farnham, Surrey
Hotel Review The Bush is an independent hotel that has been welcoming guests through its doors since 1618. Steeped in history but embracing contemporary design, it’s the perfect blend of old world charm and contemporary design. Location: Known for its Georgian streets, historic buildings and craft heritage, Farnham is a historic market town located in…
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A day touring the Swan Valley from Perth
A 30 km drive north east of Perth led us to the historic Western Australian wine region of the Swan Valley. The warm Mediterranean climate with cool evenings and low rainfall making it an ideal centre for wine growing. Our first stop of the morning was to Guildford, a historic town and the gateway to…
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Rockingham and the Giants of Mandurah, WA
After enjoying days spent in Perth city centre, Fremantle, Rottnest Island and the Perth Hills we turned our attention southwards opting to explore Rockingham and Mandurah. Rockingham is a coastal town located 50 km south of Perth, the journey taking us just 45 minutes along the Kwinana Freeway. As it was a Monday morning we…
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Cottesloe Beach and lunch in the Perth Hills, WA
The sun was shining brightly when we drew back the curtains so we decided to spend the morning by taking a stroll along Cottesloe Beach. It’s located 11 km south west of Perth’s city centre. We took the car but it’s also possible to get there by taking the Fremantle Line train from Perth City…
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Exploring Kings Park, Perth
After enjoying breakfast out on the patio of our friend’s lovely home located in one of Perth’s leafy western suburbs we spent the morning exploring Kings Park and the Botanical Garden. This beautiful city park comprises natural bushland, parkland, and a botanical garden displaying over 3,000 species of flora unique to Western Australia. It’s easily…
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