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Aerial view of Waddesdon Manor from the north. Photo Credit: © John Bigelow Taylor via Wikimedia Commons.

5 Stately Homes in England You May Not Have Thought To Visit

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There are many castles and stately homes in England and throughout the rest of the United Kingdom, each with their own exciting history. Some are more well known than others, like Windsor Castle which was the location of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s 2018 summer wedding. The...
An aerial panorama of Leeds Castle. Photo Credit: © Chensiyuan via Wikimedia Commons.

History Of Leeds Castle Celebrating Its 900th Anniversary

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This year, Leeds Castle in picturesque Kent is celebrating its 900th anniversary, and with celebrations in full swing, it’s a perfect opportunity to visit and to enjoy its many attractions. Below you’ll learn all about the history of Leeds Castle and what activities you can...
Wide angle view of Blenheim Palace. Photo Credit: © Gailf548 via Wikimedia Commons.

History Of Blenheim Palace, Birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill

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Blenheim Palace is one of the unique buildings in the United Kingdom. It is not only an old manor, but it is also a national monument and a mausoleum.  Located in the Oxfordshire countryside, Blenheim Palace is one of the most enormous palaces and significant buildings in the...
Blenheim Palace from the Water Terraces. Photo Credit: © Durova via Wikimedia Commons

5 London Sites Associated With Winston Churchill

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Few world leaders have been as influential as Winston Churchill. He was a powerful and key political figure in the 20th century, and is credited with being the political mastermind that kept the United Kingdom from falling to Germany in World War II.  And with recent movies like...
Windsor Castle at sunset as viewed from the Long Walk in Windsor, England. Photo Credit: © David Iliff via Wikimedia Commons.

History Of Windsor Castle

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One of the most famous castles in London and really all of England is Windsor Castle which has a long detailed and fascinating history. The castle itself has been occupied for a very long time – for a millennia in fact, ever since the legendary William the Conqueror ordered for...
Hampton Court Palace: The Great Gate. Photo Credit: © Luke Nicolaides via Wikimedia Commons.

History of Hampton Court Palace

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Hampton Court Palace is a royal palace in the London borough of Richmond upon Thames and is considered an architectural marvel. And as one of the monuments of the Tudor period, the history of Hampton Court Palace is an interesting one. It’s not a typical royal palace in London,...
Kensington Palace with Victoria Statue. Photo Credit: © Shisha-Tom via Wikimedia Commons.

Inside Kensington Palace, A Royal Palace In The Heart of London

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One of the most stunning royal retreats in the entirety of England, Kensington Palace was originally a relatively modest suburban villa until it was bought by King William III in the 17th-century. This gorgeous palace is a beautiful destination with perfect grounds and a specific...
Buckingham Palace: The front façade, the East Front originally constructed by Edward Blore and completed in 1850. Photo Credit: © David Iliff via Wikimedia Commons.

Inside Buckingham Palace, The British Monarch’s London Residence & Administrative Offices

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Arguably the most iconic building in the entire United Kingdom, as well as one of the most well known in the world, Buckingham Palace is a royal palace situated in the heart of London. It has been the London residence of the British sovereign for almost 200 years, and it has held...
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