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The beautiful Roman city of Bath has long been a favourite of visitors from all over the world. It has some of the very finest
architectural sights in Europe including the Roman Baths and Pump Room, Pulteney Bridge, the Abbey and Royal Crescent.
The ancient maritime city of Bristol is full of things to do and see ranging from the remodelled docklands, Brunel’s Clifton suspension bridge and SS Great Britain, the maritime museum, zoo and gardens as well as modern shops, bars and restaurants.
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Cambridge is without doubt one of the most beautiful cities in England. The University buildings with their golden stone and intricate carvings form a magnificent backdrop to the compact city with the River Cam winding through the centre and alongside the "backs" - the beautiful parks.
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Canterbury Cathedral, with its pivotal role in the history of England and memorial to Thomas a Becket who was infamously killed inside, is one of England’s best known buildings.
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Cheltenham is England' s most complete Regency town with lovely architecture, sweeping avenues and gardens, wide streets and a pedestrianised shopping centre based around The Promenade, Montpellier and the High Street.
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The city of Chester, founded 2,000 years ago on the banks of the River Dee, is the historic gem of the North West and the most complete walled city in Britain. The original walls were built by the Romans and offer a two mile walkway around the city, interrupted by historic towers and ancient gates in the form of imposing stone arches.
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Chichester Cathedral’s spire soars over the Sussex plain and can be seen for miles around. The Tudor Market Cross stands at the centre of the city’s four main Georgian shopping streets which also offer many pubs, restaurants and tea rooms. Alternatively, you can enjoy the one and a half mile walk around the medieval city walls.
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Exeter was first settled over 2,000 years ago and has a wealth of architectural heritage as well as a vibrant city life epitomised by its revitalised quayside, varied shopping centres and majestic cathedral. Stroll the riverside walks, paddle a canoe along the canal or sit in Cathedral Close and watch the world go by.
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Parliament has been held in Gloucester Cathedral and in Roman times the city was awarded the highest status a provincial town could attain.
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Since its 100BC iron-age settlement, Lincoln has played a full role in English history. Standing proudly above the fens, it was the capital of the Roman Province covering most of eastern England.
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Minehead is a fantastic seaside destination, with plenty to do for all the family. As well as the beach with its views across the Bristol channel, there are bars, shops and traditional seaside amusements.
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The City of Dreaming Spires’ is a must-see destination with its world-famous university and the Bodleian Library (which claims to purchase every book published in the UK), part of Britain’s oldest museum – the Ashmolean.
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The mediaeval city of Salisbury is dominated by the cathedral spire, the tallest in England. The water meadows around the cathedral have been immortalised by Constable and the cathedral houses one of the few copies of the Magna Carta, as well as being a most elegant building.
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Stratford-upon-Avon is synonymous with Shakespeare whose birthplace incorporates a museum illustrating the playwright’s life and career.
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Passengers have the choice of spending the afternoon on the East Somerset Railway steam line or taking an eight-mile bus ride from Cranmore to the quaint and beautiful city of Wells.
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York, with over 2,000 years of history, is a glorious city with lots to keep you busy. The stunning Minster with its renowned Rose window, the National Railway Museum – home to record breaking locomotive Mallard and the finest railway museum in the world - and the Jorvik Viking Centre are just some of what the city has to offer.
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