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London on the banks of the Thames is one of the iconic global capital cities. Alive with a cosmopolitan mix of people and packed with history and major tourist attractions. From theatres, to sports, museums, gardens, with skyscrapers and historically important buildings there is no shortage of things to do and see whether you are on day trip, weekend break or capital city tour of Europe.
County overviewBedfordshire in the east of England, is well connected to the rest of the UK and accessible from London in around an hour and half. Bedfordshire is home to rolling countryside with the Downs, Chiltern Hills in the south of the county, Marston Vale where the local clay has been used for brick making and Greensand Ridge where a 40 mile trail runs from Leighton Buzzard to Gamlingay. The Great Ouse river and Grand Union canal wind their way through the county and provide relaxing locations for river trips and water sports such as canoeing and riverside hostelries.
County overviewTyne & Wear in the north east of England is ideal for a weekend break – whether you live in Scotland or as far south as London, given the rail links to the region. Enjoy a retail experience, party away the nights or visit a host of attractions in the industrial heritage of Newcastle, Sunderland, Gateshead and South Shields.
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