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Bedfordshire is a county divided. While the agricultural North retains the simplicity and old world charm commonly associated with the most Easterly of Anglian counties, the populous South continues to expand and diversify in keeping with industrial demands. As the primary gateway to the Midlands, Bedfordshire shares much of the hilly topography popular with weekender cyclists and hang-gliding enthusiasts - namely the Chiltern Hills which see over 2 million visitors each year. Despite its multifarious green settings and peaceful idylls, Bedfordshire is more commonly known for its architectural heritage; home to Woburn Abbey, one of the largest stately homes in England and Houghton House, featured in writer John Bunyan's acclaimed novella 'Pilgrim's Progress'. With dedicated public transport routes snaking the region, a day filled with excitement and education for the entire family is entirely possible!

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Regarded by its own as 'God's county', Yorkshire takes great pride in the fact it is England's largest and most unspoiled Northern region. Its situ on the East coast has had considerable impact upon the varying cuisine of the county.

Windswept Whitby is regarded Northern England's premier fishing harbour, rich in succulent shrimp and crustacea, as well as an abundance of cod during the chilly winter months. Inland cuisine is largely influenced by the fertile soils and agricultural heritage of ...

Indelibly marked by the bulwarks of bygone kingdoms, England's green and pleasant land plays host to a smattering of regal bastions and Roman strongholds. From the 11th Century architectural marvel of Warwick Castle commissioned  by William the Conqueror in 1068, to the hauntingly macabre Chillingham Castle, Northumberland, where Edward Longshanks imprisoned Scottish rebels, England's ubiquitous medieval castles yield untold number of historic tales and even a few dark secrets -  if you know where to look. Travel back through the ages and immerse yourself in a land of clashing swords, warring clans and treacherous Royals; our pick of the best castles in England will help you discover the thrill and realism of true medieval life!

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