| | No article title available | | The Hall contains a wealth of outstanding furniture, books and paintings collected by the Isham family. Most were bought during the third Baronet's Grand Tour of Europe, in the 1670s. They include portraits by Van Dyck, Kneller, Lely and others.
| | Published on 19 Oct 2012 10:23:02 GMT
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| | No article title available | | Explore the tall ship Glenlee, one of only five Clyde-built sailing ships that remain afloat. Built in 1896, she operated as a long haul cargo vessel before being bought by the Spanish navy as a training ship. She has circumnavigated the globe four times. Ahoy me hearties!!
| | Published on 19 Oct 2012 09:58:23 GMT
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| | No article title available | | Lose yourself in fifty acres of lakes, temples, cascades, tranquil woodland walks, formal terraces, vivid colours and views that take your breath away. All gardens have undergone restoration works and today provide important examples of gardens in contrasting styles that continue to grow.
| | Published on 12 Oct 2012 10:46:30 GMT
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| | No article title available | | If your interests are in the aspects of the building of ships or the way in which ordinary people interacted with the sea, then the Scottish Maritime Museum should be your first port of call. Many of our vessels are in working condition and can be seen at Irvine and Braehead.
| | Published on 12 Oct 2012 10:02:21 GMT
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| | No article title available | | The Roman Baths is below the modern street level and has four main features, the sacred spring, the roman temple, the roman bath house and finds from roman bath. The Georgian Pump Room is on the ground level. Please allow at least 2 hours to get the most from your visit.
| | Published on 5 Oct 2012 09:55:50 GMT
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| | No article title available | | An award-winning world heritage site, featuring historic port, copper mine, working Victorian farm, railway, heavy horses and museums of costume and mining. Travel by train along the banks of the River Tamar venturing deep underground in the George and Charlotte copper mine.
| | Published on 28 Sep 2012 10:34:17 GMT
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| | No article title available | | Explore the exciting history of North Somerset from pre-history to the present day. Our museum is a real treasure trove that tells the wonderful story of the areas varied and colourful past. Take a stroll around the former gasworks company building or just relax in the palm lined courtyard cafe.
| | Published on 21 Sep 2012 10:05:57 GMT
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| | No article title available | | The Visitor Centre offers a warm welcome and insight into the willow growing and basket making industry, past and present. You will find a vast selection of basketware to buy, handcrafted on site by skilled craftsmen using home grown willow from the Somerset levels.
| | Published on 21 Sep 2012 09:45:50 GMT
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| | No article title available | | Cothay Manor, a 15th century medieval manor, is open by appointment for group visits. One of Somerset’s finest historic houses, Cothay is surrounded by twelve acres of magically romantic gardens including the bog garden with azaleas and drifts of primuli, fine trees and river walk.
| | Published on 14 Sep 2012 10:17:43 GMT
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| | No article title available | | Cider making takes place in the autumn months but the presses and cider making equipment are on view all year round together with photographic displays of the cider making process. In the 16th century barn there are old farm tools and making equipment for you to see.
| | Published on 14 Sep 2012 09:55:45 GMT
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| | No article title available | | Every car has a story to tell. We are a very large exhibition of the greatest cars from around the world, with over 400 amazing cars and bikes from nostalgic classics of the 50's and 6o's, glorious Bentleys and Rolls Royces to exciting cars like the Jaguar XJ220.
| | Published on 7 Sep 2012 09:57:53 GMT
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| | No article title available | | With our magnificent steam engines and rural stations a visit to the North Yorkshire Moors Railway is like taking a step back in time. From the smoke and steam pouring from the engines to the cosy wood-panelled carriages, the railway is both lovingly preserved and charmingly authentic.
| | Published on 7 Sep 2012 09:47:09 GMT
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| | No article title available | | This month focusing on working steam railways of yesteryear. You can re-live the spirit and camaraderie of World War II and enjoy the various re-enactments and street parades at the...
| | Published on 4 Sep 2012 14:50:10 GMT
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| | No article title available | With every new advertising option 4 (impact box) or option 5 (banner) purchased and taken out during September we will give you the option of purchasing additional matching advertising options for half price.
i.e. purchase one banner and get additional banners with a 50% discount.
Call 0345 226 7373 (local rate) for more details or fill out our enquiry form
| | Published on 4 Sep 2012 12:29:10 GMT
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| | No article title available | | Adventure together, climb aboard the punctual Strawberry Line - the longest five-inch miniature gauge railway in the West Country - stroll along an interesting walk around the winding river (with challenging obstacles for the children), electric quad bikes and dizzy duck rides.
| | Published on 31 Aug 2012 11:04:13 GMT
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| | No article title available | | The history of the East Lancashire railway is a story of a heroic struggle to keep a dying part of Britain's railway heritage alive, and this struggle still goes on today. The beautifully restored steam engines and railway runs along the Irwell Valley, along the edge of the beautiful West Pennine Moors.
| | Published on 31 Aug 2012 09:57:53 GMT
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| | No article title available | | Dedicated to the many achievements of the Herschels, who were distinguished astronomers as well as talented musicians. It was from this house, using a telescope of his own design that William discovered the planet Uranus. The museum includes portraits, general views and museum objects.
| | Published on 21 Aug 2012 19:12:27 GMT
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| | No article title available | | Athelhampton is one of the finest manor houses in England and dates from the 15th century. A gallery in the west wing exhibits work by the Russian artist Marevna. The gardens contain the topiary pyramids, fountains, the river piddle and collections of tulips and roses.
| | Published on 21 Aug 2012 19:12:08 GMT
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| | No article title available | | The State Rooms of this celebrated Jacobean House are rich in paintings, furniture, fine tapestries and historic armour. In the garden can be found the Great Hall, the surviving wing of the Royal Palace of Hatfield (1485) where Elizabeth I spent some her childhood.
| | Published on 17 Aug 2012 10:22:12 GMT
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| | No article title available | | We have up to 14 departures each day during the summer giving you ample time and opportunity to enjoy the fabulous West Somerset Railway at its best. With 10 stations to explore on route to Minehead the rover ticket is the best ticket option allowing you unlimited travel on the day of travel.
| | Published on 17 Aug 2012 10:21:01 GMT
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| | No article title available | | The story of fashion is brought alive at the Fashion Museum, a world-class collection of contemporary and historical dress. You will be able to try on reproductuin corsets and crinolines in the interactive displays. We have on display dress from 1750 to the present day.
| | Published on 10 Aug 2012 10:14:15 GMT
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