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Jorvik Viking Centre, York: Ticket prices, opening hours & visitor guide

First time visiting Jorvik Viking Centre? This guide (updated in January 2026) covers opening hours, ticket prices, how to get there, what to expect — and nearby attractions. Important! Entry to the Jorvik Viking Centre is included within the Visit York Pass. If you're planning…

Hedley Wood Holiday Park, Cornwall: 7 great things to do nearby

If you are searching for things to do near Hedley Wood Holiday Park or planning a stay and wondering what attractions are within easy reach, this guide is for you. Located at Bridgerule near the Devon-Cornwall border, Hedley Wood Holiday Park sits just a few…

Shepton Mallet prison: Ticket prices – and why book in advance

Shepton Mallet Prison, established in 1625, is one of England’s oldest correctional sites and a striking witness to centuries of British history. Choosing a self-guided tour of this decommissioned Somerset prison lets you explore cells, the execution room, and historical wings at your own pace.…

Spurn Lighthouse on the Spurn Peninsula, East Yorkshire.

Visiting Spurn Lighthouse, East Yorkshire: Ticket prices, opening hours & info

Visiting Spurn Lighthouse on the Yorkshire coast? This practical guide covers access, opening times, and the history of the peninsula. Standing near the tip of the narrow Spurn peninsula in East Yorkshire, Spurn Lighthouse is a landmark that tells the story of navigation, shifting coastlines…

How to behave around seals at Lizard Point in Cornwall

Learn how to safely observe seals at Lizard Point in Cornwall. This guide outlines wildlife protection and the best coastal viewing locations for visitors. Lizard Point is the southernmost mainland point in Great Britain, but this Cornwall tourist highlight is also a well-known wildlife hangout.…

Visiting the Freud Museum London: Ticket prices, opening hours & parking

Tucked away in Hampstead, the Freud Museum London preserves the home and study of Sigmund Freud and his daughter Anna. It offers a quieter, reflective museum experience than many of London's better-known cultural attractions. This guide was updated in January 2026 and supplies the essentials:…

Visiting the Cutty Sark, Greenwich: Ticket prices, best times & key info

Moored in Greenwich on the Thames, the Cutty Sark is a restored 19th-century tea clipper offering maritime history, interactive exhibits and waterfront views. This guide will show you how to plan your visit, including opening hours, ticketing, transport, accessibility, best times and nearby things to…

Visiting Eltham Palace: A practical guide – including 2026 ticket prices

Eltham Palace and Gardens in southeast London blends a medieval royal manor with an Art Deco mansion set in extensive grounds. This 2026 visitor guide offers you clear advice on how to get there, opening hours, ticket prices, parking, accessibility, best times to visit, and…

HMS Belfast on the River Thames in London.

Visiting HMS Belfast: Opening hours, ticket prices & accessibility

Moored between London Bridge and Tower Bridge on the Thames, HMS Belfast offers a hands-on experience of naval history across nine decks. This guide gives first-time visitors practical detail: opening hours, ticket options, how to get there, accessibility, best timing, plus nearby sights to enjoy…

Visiting London Museum Docklands: Ticket prices, opening hours & accessibility

Housed in a former warehouse on the Thames in Canary Wharf, London Museum Docklands offers a fascinating look at 400 years of London’s river, port and people. This guide tells you how to get there, opening hours, admission policy, parking, accessibility, best times and nearby…