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Captain Cook Memorial Museum, Whitby: Hours, prices, parking & visitor tips

The genesis of a voyager: Whitby and the foundations of James Cook The Captain Cook Memorial Museum in Whitby is located in Walker's House on Grape Lane, the 17th-century property where James Cook lodged as an apprentice seaman. This location provides a tangible starting point…

The Lagoon of Light at The Deep in Hull.

What’s so special about The Deep in Hull?

Penguins, sharks and rays are hugely popular at The Deep in Hull. But it’s the sense of scale and ambition that elevates it above the average aquarium. What is The Deep in Hull? The Deep in Hull is a large aquarium. In many ways, it’s…

Hardraw Force, Leyburn: Waterfall access, opening times, cost and walking guide

First time visiting Hardraw Force in Leyburn, North Yorkshire? This guide covers opening hours, entry cost, parking, accessibility, and how to get there. History and overview of Hardraw Force Hardraw Force is a waterfall in the Yorkshire Dales, England. It is the highest single-drop waterfall…

Seals, saints and stars in Northumberland

A journey around Northumberland takes in fledgling guillemots in the Farne Islands, the cradle of Christianity in England on Lindisfarne and stargazing at Kielder Observatory The dogs of Low Newton By Sea There’s no timid tippy-toeing for the gung-ho Jack Russell. It bounds into the…

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 July 2025. Car Parking Overview at Alton Towers Alton Towers charges £12 for Standard Parking per car for day visitors. You can pay on…

Blackpool Zoo, Lancashire: Visitor guide [with prices & opening hours]

Why visit Blackpool Zoo in Lancashire? Blackpool Zoo is a 32-acre (13-hectare) zoological attraction located in Blackpool, Lancashire, owned by Parques Reunidos and opened in 1972 on the site of the former Stanley Park Aerodrome. Home to over 1,000 animals representing species from around the…

Visiting Bamburgh Castle, Northumberland: First time visitor guide

What is Bamburgh Castle? Bamburgh Castle is a Grade I listed fortress perched 150 feet above the spectacular Northumberland coastline on a basalt outcrop of volcanic dolerite rock — part of the Whin Sill. It's one of the largest inhabited castles in England, spanning nine…

A travel guide to Windsor for first-time visitors

Windsor’s highlight is the castle – but there’s plenty more to see. What’s Windsor all about? Windsor, and the surrounding area, is about as British establishment as it gets. The centrepiece is Windsor Castle, one of the Queen’s official residences. But nearby, there’s also the…

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

Stokesay Castle, tucked away in the scenic Shropshire countryside, is the most complete and best-preserved medieval fortified manor house in England. Built in the late 13th century by a wealthy wool merchant, it offers a window into life at the end of the Middle Ages.…

Jorvik Viking Centre, York: Hours, ticket prices, access & visitor tips

First time visiting Jorvik Viking Centre? This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, how to get there, what to expect — and nearby attractions. Overview of Jorvik Viking Centre The Jorvik Viking Centre stands on a site in York where archaeologists uncovered remains of a…