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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…

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

First time visiting Dover Castle? Here is a practical guide to help you plan. It covers opening hours, ticket prices, parking, accessibility, and how to get there. Brief history of Dover Castle Standing above the White Cliffs, Dover Castle has been known as the “Key…

Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire, England.

The quietest times to visit Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire

If you're aiming to visit Blenheim Palace at its least hectic, these recommendations come from visitor experience. Quietest days and hours to visit Blenheim Palace - Weekday mornings, especially soon after opening, tend to be the least crowded, allowing you to explore the grounds and…

Are dogs allowed inside Blenheim Palace? A dog owner’s guide

Overview: Can you bring your dog to Blenheim Palace? Yes—you can bring your dog to Blenheim Palace, but there are limitations. Dogs are not allowed inside the Palace building or the indoor exhibition spaces—this includes areas like the Adventure Play—but are welcome in the parkland…

Parking at Battle Abbey, Sussex: what you need to know

Battle Abbey was built on the site of the Battle of Hastings. It's one of Britain's most historic sites. But parking can be confusing for visitors. Battle Abbey location and access The site features a large pay-and-display car park situated near the entrance by the…

Planning your visit to Malmesbury Abbey: sensible tips for first-time visitors

How to reach Malmesbury Abbey, when it’s open, what admission costs (hint: free), parking options, accessibility, best times to visit - plus nearby sights to pack into your day. Brief history and what you'll see Malmesbury Abbey’s origins stretch back to the 7th century, founded…

Inside Canterbury Cathedral in Kent, England.

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

First time visiting Canterbury Cathedral? This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, parking, accessibility, and how to get there. Brief history of Canterbury Cathedral Founded in 597 AD, although rebuilt in the present Gothic style in 1174, Canterbury Cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.…

Plan your visit to Leeds Castle: opening hours, prices and parking

First time at Leeds Castle? Here’s a practical guide to Leeds Castle opening hours, ticket prices, parking and how to get there, with clear tips to help you plan a smooth day out. Brief history of Leeds Castle Founded on an island site, Leeds evolved…

The Eden Project, near St Austell, Cornwall.

Eden Project, Cornwall: Complete ticket pricing guide

The Eden Project has justifiably become one of Cornwall's top attractions. It is home to the world's largest indoor rainforest, but there are several unexpected highlights, such as the Seed sculpture, a rare Wollemi Pine and strange plants your children somehow know about. The Eden…

Kirby Hall: Practical guide to visiting Northamptonshire’s Elizabethan ruin

Kirby Hall in Northamptonshire is one of England’s greatest Elizabethan houses, a spectacular example of Renaissance architecture and ambition. However, unlike many stately homes, Kirby Hall is partially preserved as an intentional ruin. This unusual status allows visitors to experience the magnificent scale of the…