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Is it safe to swim at Lizard Point Beach, Cornwall?

Lizard Point Beach in Cornwall, while scenic, is unsafe for swimming due to unpatrolled waters, strong currents, large breaking waves, and the risk of being cut off by the tide. Britain’s southernmost beach Lizard Point Beach in Cornwall is the southernmost beach on mainland Britain.…

The sculpture that’s the unexpected highlight of the Eden Project

The unexpected highlight of the Eden Project is the Seed sculpture by Peter Randall-Page, a 70-tonne granite piece that features Fibonacci spirals and impressive acoustics. A visit to the Eden Project Today, I visited the Eden Project in Cornwall – something I’ll write a fair…

View from the Bodinnick Ferry, Cornwall.

The Fowey to Bodinnick ferry, Cornwall: Times, prices and alternatives

The Fowey to Bodinnick ferry service costs from £6.20 for cars, with services usually starting at 7am. This guide was updated in February 2026. How I ended up on the Fowey to Bodinnick ferry First, a confession: I encountered the Fowey to Bodinnick ferry by…

Inside the caves beneath Nottingham's city centre.

City of Caves, Nottingham: 2026 ticket prices, parking and visitor guide

The City of Caves in Nottingham is one of Britain’s most unusual underground attractions, revealing a hidden world carved into the soft sandstone beneath the city streets. This guide explains its history, what to expect on your visit, how to book tickets, and practical information…

Will the monkeys at Longleat damage your car?

The Monkey Jungle at Longleat Safari Park is tremendous fun – but many of the laughs come from watching other people’s cars being attacked. The first safari outside Africa Longleat Safari Park near Warminster in Wiltshire was a genuine pioneer when it opened in 1966.…

A horse and cart head past the fairground at the Black Country Living Museum in Dudley, West Midlands.

Review: Is the Black Country Living Museum really England’s best tourist attraction?

The Black Country Living Museum in Dudley is simultaneously massively ambitious and low key. NOTE: This review was updated in March 2026 to reflect recent admission and parking charge increases. Other guides may contain outdated information. In June 2025, Visit England’s annual awards crowned the…

Pontefract Castle ticket prices, opening hours & 2026 visitor guide

Pontefract Castle in West Yorkshire is a dramatic ruined fortress with deep history, from Norman lords to Civil War sieges. Here’s what first-time visitors should know: ticket prices, parking, opening times, access details, and tips so your visit is smooth. This Yorkshire castle guide was…

One O’Clock Gun, Edinburgh Castle: Hours, prices, access & visitor tips

First time planning to see (or hear) the One O’Clock Gun at Edinburgh Castle? This guide, fully updated in September 2026, covers castle opening hours, entry ticket prices, how to get there, what to expect — and nearby attractions. Overview of One O'Clock Gun at…

St Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh: Entry fees, opening hours & visitor tips

The St Giles' Cathedral in Edinburgh, Scotland is the principal place of worship for the Church of Scotland and a prominent landmark on the Royal Mile. This practical visitor guide covers suggested donations, opening hours, accessibility and what to see inside. It was checked and…

Why overseas tourists shouldn’t miss out on Yorkshire

Many of England’s most enjoyable tourist attractions are in Yorkshire. Visitors from overseas should make time to see them, rather than heading straight for Edinburgh. The train through Yorkshire As the camera-toting hordes pack into London, then take the train up to Edinburgh for the…