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The Tower of London from the River Thames.

Is the £35.80 Tower of London ticket price worth the money?

The Tower of London entrance fee includes the Crown Jewels, Beefeater tours, the White Tower and the Bloody Tour. Nine centuries of history makes the ticket price worth it. How much is the Tower of London entrance fee? The first thing most travellers will think…

The Mughal-style domes of the Brighton Royal Pavilion in Sussex, England.

Royal Pavilion, Brighton: 2026 visitor guide with prices, hours & what to see

This visitor guide to the Royal Pavilion, Brighton, includes ticket prices, opening hours, the best things to see and how to get discounted entry. It was updated in February 2026 - guides elsewhere may have incorrect pricing information. Why visit the Royal Pavilion in Brighton?…

The North Sea beach at Spurn, East Yorkshire.

Five things I learned on the way to Spurn Point – Yorkshire’s Land’s End

Smart seagulls, erosion-preventing oysters and diseased seals are amongst the discoveries on the Spurn Safari. Two weeks ago, I visited Spurn – the ridiculous narrow peninsula that curves around the northern side of the Humber Estuary in East Yorkshire. It’s an odd place, not on…

The tidal surge barrier and The Deep on the River Hull as it enters the Humber estuary.

A first-time visitor’s guide to Hull, England

Explore Hull, England: discover the city's unique maritime and artistic heritage, visit The Deep aquarium, and explore Wilberforce House history. What’s Hull all about? When Hull was named as the UK Capital of Culture 2017, a few eyebrows were raised. It’s one of those cities…

How much does it cost to park at Stonehenge?

Parking at Stonehenge costs £3, unless you’re a member of English Heritage. But you’ll still need to walk or take a shuttle bus to the standing stones. This guide was updated in March 2026 to include current Stonehenge admission fees. Other guides may be outdated.…

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…

The Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum in Glasgow, Scotland.

Glasgow’s West End: A guide for first-time visitors

Unique Charles Rennie Mackintosh architecture, great museums and innovative restaurants all form part of the appeal in Glasgow’s West End. What’s Glasgow’s West End all about? The West End is divided from Glasgow city centre not just physically – there’s a honking great motorway cutting…

Captain Cook Memorial Museum, Whitby: Ticket prices & visitor guide

Plan your visit to the Captain Cook Memorial Museum in Whitby. Find essential visitor information including admission prices, seasonal hours, and advice on parking. The genesis of a voyager: Whitby and the foundations of James Cook The Captain Cook Memorial Museum in Whitby is located…

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. This guide was updated in March 2026 to reflect recent ticket price increases. What is The Deep in…

The National Monument of Scotland on Calton Hill, Edinburgh.

National Monument of Scotland, Edinburgh: Access, history and practical tips

First time visiting National Monument of Scotland on Calton Hill, Edinburgh? This guide covers opening hours, cost, parking, accessibility, and how to get there. History and overview of the National Monument of Scotland The National Monument of Scotland stands on Calton Hill in Edinburgh, Scotland.…