England is many things to many people. Eccentric? Cheese rolling, bog snorkelling, pea throwing — we'll say no more. Exciting? You best believe it. Our music scene is unmatched and our festivals are some of the best on planet Earth. Enchanting? Just look around. England is a place with natural marvels and magical rural vistas around every bend.
This is the land of Shakespeare, the home of The Beatles, the birthplace of Grime and it's inspired some of the most romantic poetry out there. England has a world-leading modern art scene and culinary brilliance to match. Add to that our array of ancient landmarks and you’ve got something very special indeed. The abundance of things to see and do in England may be overwhelming, but these are the best places to start.
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