The Wicker Man rollercoaster at Alton Towers.

Alton Towers car parking costs guide

Parking at Alton Towers can add significant extra costs to your stay. This guide shows you the parking costs as of March 2026, when it was last updated. Prices have gone up since last year, so other guides may contain outdated information. Car Parking Overview…
Bamburgh Castle in Northumberland.

Visiting Bamburgh Castle, Northumberland: First time visitor guide

Prepare for visiting Bamburgh Castle with this practical visitor guide. View essential details on the history, layout and entrance fees of this outrageously handsome Northumberland landmark. What is Bamburgh Castle? Bamburgh Castle is a Grade I listed fortress perched 150 feet above the spectacular Northumberland…
Windsor Castle.

A travel guide to Windsor for first-time visitors

Visit Windsor Castle, explore royal history, enjoy Thames boat tours, discover Eton College, and find the best places to stay with this personally-researched guide. What’s Windsor all about? Windsor, and the surrounding area, is about as British establishment as it gets. The centrepiece is Windsor…

Stokesay Castle, Shropshire: Guide with hours, prices & visitor tips

A complete guide to visiting Stokesay Castle in Shropshire. Find current entry prices, opening hours, and historical context for this fortified manor house. This guide was updated in March 2026 to reflect new admission prices. Other guides may have outdated pricing information. Stokesay Castle, tucked…

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.…
The beach at Lizard Point, Cornwall.

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.…