South-East England Archives

Exploring Bletchley Park’s code-breaking history | Plus visitor info and how to plan your trip

Bletchley Park in Milton Keynes offers a fascinating glimpse into WWII code-breaking, early computing and cryptography. This review of my visit also includes essential visitor details on opening hours, admission, parking and accessibility. You can buy tickets here. The legacy of Bletchley Park during World…

England, history, Milton Keynes, South-East England, UK, World War II

Eridge Rocks Nature Reserve in East Sussex.

Eridge Rocks, Sussex: Hours, prices, parking & visitor tips

A first time visitor’s guide to Eridge Rocks in East Sussex. Including information on the history, climbing, walking and parking. Eridge Rocks overview Eridge Rocks is a nature reserve run by the Sussex Wildlife Trust near the village of Eridge Green, East Sussex. It is…

England, South-East England, Sussex, UK, walks

The Pooh Sticks Bridge in Ashdown Forest, East Sussex.

Pooh Sticks Bridge, Sussex: How to get there, parking & visitor tips

The Pooh Sticks Bridge – where Winnie the Pooh and Christopher Robin played in the AA Milne books – is in Ashdown Forest, East Sussex. Here’s how to get there and what NOT to do. What is the Pooh Sticks Bridge? The Pooh Sticks Bridge…

England, literature, South-East England, Sussex, UK

The remaining Heffalump Trap tree in Ashdown Forest, East Sussex.

Heffalump Trap, Ashdown Forest: How to find the Winnie the Pooh site

Google Maps has misplaced the site of AA Milne’s Heffalump Trap in Ashdown Forest, East Sussex. Here’s how to get to the real tree and hollow from the Winnie the Pooh books. What is the Heffalump Trap? The Heffalump Trap in Ashdown Forest, East Sussex,…

England, literature, South-East England, Sussex, UK, walks

Bodiam Castle in East Sussex, South-East England.

Plan your visit to Bodiam Castle: Opening hours, ticket prices and parking

Bodiam Castle in East Sussex is a picture-perfect moated medieval castle that attracts visitors for its dramatic silhouette, accessible ruins and riverside setting. This practical guide explains what first-time visitors need to know about opening hours, ticket prices, parking and how to plan a smooth…

castles, England, South-East England, Sussex, UK

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…

city guides, England, South-East England, UK, Windsor

Hever Castle in Kent, South-East England.

Plan your visit to Hever Castle: Opening hours, ticket prices, parking, and accessibility

First time visiting Hever Castle? This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, parking, accessibility, and how to get there. A brief history of Hever Castle The original Hever Castle, constructed as a medieval defensive stronghold complete with a gatehouse and walled bailey, received its licence…

castles, England, Kent, South-East England, UK

Plan your visit to Camber Sands: Opening hours, parking, accessibility and things to do

First time visiting Camber Sands? This guide covers opening hours, parking, accessibility, and things to do at this popular East Sussex beach. Why visit Camber Sands? Often called the closest sandy beach to London, Camber Sands stands out from most beaches in the South-East, which…

beaches, England, South-East England, Sussex, UK

Chartwell in Kent, England - Winston Churchill's home.

Plan your visit to Chartwell: Opening hours, ticket prices and parking

First time visiting Chartwell? This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, parking, accessibility, and how to get there. Why visit Chartwell? Chartwell was the much-loved home of Sir Winston Churchill and his family from 1924 until the end of his life. The house remains much…

England, Kent, South-East England, UK

Plan your visit to Chatham Historic Dockyard: Opening hours, ticket prices and parking

First time visiting the Chatham Historic Dockyard? This practical guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, parking, accessibility and how to get there. Brief overview of the Chatham Historic Dockyard Spanning 80 acres, the Chatham Historic Dockyard in Kent preserves 400 years of maritime heritage. Highlights…

England, history, Kent, South-East England, TV locations, UK