The county of Kent, which lies in the very south-eastern part of England, is often referred to as the Garden of England. It refers to the fact that Kent has traditionally been dominated by agriculture. This is why Kent is home to many orchards, as well as hop fields. Kent is also home to many … Read more
Scotland is home to Britain’s most spectacular scenery, which includes the highest mountain, Ben Nevis, the deepest loch, Loch Morar, the tallest trees and the most remote areas of wilderness. Edinburgh as a capital city has everything a capital city should have – a castle, a royal palace, national art collections, great museums, excellent shopping … Read more
On the south coast of England, just before you reach the famous Cornwall, lies the idyllic county of Devon, a real gem. Devon is best known for its picturesque hills, picturesque fishing villages and the Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks. The land here seems older, wilder and more pristine than in the east and between … Read more
Shaftesbury Shaftesbury, with a population of just under 6,700, used to be called Edwardstowe until the town’s name was changed following the Reformation. It is situated on a small hill and from the right places there are beautiful views of the surrounding hills of northern Dorset. Glastonbury Tor and the Isle of Purbeck peninsula on … Read more
