Groot Constantia in Cape Town, South Africa.

9 surprisingly old attractions in big cities

Discover 9 surprisingly old attractions hiding within modern cities. See ancient ruins like Huaca Huallamarca in Lima and the London Wall in London. Huaca Huallamarca, Lima In amongst the bank buildings of Lima’s San Isidro district – Peru’s de facto financial centre – stands an…

Kielder Observatory, Northumberland: What visitors need to know

Why visit Kielder Observatory? Kielder Observatory is a public astronomical observatory located in Kielder Forest, Northumberland, within Europe's largest Gold-Tier International Dark Sky Park. Founded by amateur astronomer Gary Fildes who campaigned to raise several hundred thousand pounds, the observatory was officially opened on 25th…
Seaton Beach in East Cornwall.

Does Seaton Beach in Cornwall have white sand?

Seaton Beach in East Cornwall is a family favourite, but visitors expecting dazzling silica sand will be disappointed. Seaton Beach is an unusual beach in East Cornwall in that it is fairly wide, rather than a cliff-backed cove. This has some advantages, the main one…

Gainsborough Old Hall: Ticket prices, opening hours & visitor guide

Explore one of England's best-preserved medieval manors. My guide to Gainsborough Old Hall includes visitor tips, history, and ticket information. This guide was updated in March 2026 to reflect new pricing. Other guides may be outdated. Gainsborough Old Hall, located in the Lincolnshire market town…