Saturday 14 June 2014

WHAT ARE THE ATTRACTIONS FOUND IN PEAK DISTRICT?

One of the places that you cannot afford to miss when you visit UK is Peak District. London Tours are incomplete without a visit to one of the most beautiful places in the UK. There are also many exciting things to do in London should you take the visit to Peak District. For the outdoor lover, this is more than a perfect opportunity for you to get the adrenaline rushing. There is also a host of activities for the kids, making it a family friendly destination. If you are planning for a tour of Britain, make sure to include Peak District, and you will not regret it. Let us look at some of these attractions in greater detail so that you know what to expect.
 
The Chatsworth House 
Nestled in the heart of Peak District, and specifically in Derbyshire is this historic house. It is also located strategically on the river banks of Derwent, creating that tranquil aura for visitors yearning for some quiet while on day trips from London. There are close to 50 rooms available for you to explore. Some of the most outstanding rooms include the majestic Painted Hall and Sculpture Gallery where you can find some of the most prominent works of art. Visit the garden and get to see London’s amazing landscapes. While at it, the kids could also get to sample life on the animal farm by getting up close with the farm animals. For day trips from London, this is an ideal way to spend some time while on London tours.
 
The Gulliver’s  
The Gulliver’s is an amazing family themed park that allows you to enjoy your day trips from London with your kids. This is usually a cause of concern for many parents as they are looking for a place that is as fun as it is convenient. What’s more, there are numerous attractions on location, daily shows and many rides for the whole family to enjoy. What better way to create a list of things to do in London?
 
The Lyme Park 
One of Peak District’s best attractions is the Lyme Park. This is not just a park, it is a magnificent house that is surrounded by gardens and moorland and an amazing deer park. Located at the edge of Peak District, Lyme Park is home to herds of deer that make for stunning views! How else will you get to incorporate wildlife sighting while on a tour of Britain? Take a walk through the garden as you head to the lake for an amazingly tranquil time to bond with nature. Allow the kids to expend some of their energy at the Crow Wood Playstation.
 
Visit the Poole’s Cavern and Country Park 
Among the things to do in London that you must include when you visit Peak’s District is the visit to the Poole’s Cavern and country Park. The professional guides on site will explore with you the caverns where you can see the great limestone formations that have occurred naturally over the years. Once you are back on ground, you will be able to sample the great woodlands even as you take a leisure walk to Solomon’s Temple, one of the greatest viewing points of Peak District.
 
Other places that you can get to tour while on tour of Britain include Peak District’s David Mellow Design Museum, Treak Cliff Cavern, the Churnet Valley Railway as well as Tatton Park. Peak District certainly has something for everyone, and is a great destination for anyone looking to tour London’s beautiful attractions. Alison Tours has packages set for you, so you could always get in touch with any enquiries you may have.

Tuesday 3 June 2014

ROWING IN CAMBRIDGE AND OXFORD

Looking to have some fun in the outdoors? How about you go rowing in Cambridge and Oxford? These are two distinct locations that you cannot afford to miss on your tour of Britain. Each of the towns has a unique appeal that draws visitors in droves every other year. For the outdoor lovers, this is the perfect way to go on day trips from London. In Cambridge, the River Cam goes through the heart of this town allowing you to enjoy majestic views of one of the world’s most famous colleges, the Cambridge College, all from the comfort of your boat.
 
Rowing through the river makes for an excellent thing to do when on London tours. It allows you to sample views of Cambridge that you would otherwise not see if say you took a walking tour. Look out for the King’s College Chapel as you row your boat, and savor the tranquility that abounds around the chapel. If you are keen, you will also be able to see the Wren Library located at the Trinity College. Once you are done rowing, you could also choose to visit the library and peruse through the numerous books available for you. While at it, you may also take a tour of the college as part of your rowing tour.
 
During the rowing tour, you will also spot the Bridge of Sighs. London tours at this bridge are simply a piece of heaven that you cannot afford to miss. It is amazing how these rowing boat tour takes just about an hour, yet feels like a few minutes. There are numerous boat operators around the city, so it becomes easy to choose one of them once you have made up your mind. Day trips from London may also incorporate visits to Oxford where you could choose to go rowing as well. Rowing is a great way to go sightseeing when on a tour of Britain. Oxford is a beautiful place that allows you to experience the serenity and peace of the river life.

You could hire boats to go rowing for a private tour right in the heart of Oxford. This will give you a glimpse into the rich history of Oxford. The numerous boat tours are ideal for people from all walks of life drawn to Oxford by the simple desire to take day trips from London and experience the tranquility of this rich historic town. A tour of Britain would be incomplete without rowing down the majestic River Thames. Get carried away into relaxation and experience life’s little pleasures on London tours. Alternatively, take part in the Boat Race, an yearly rowing race that is held between Oxford University Boat Club and the Cambridge University Boat Club. This race is held on the Thames River, and is held on the last weekend of March or the first weekend of April. This would make for a great addition to a Britain tour as it is an exhilarating way to engage in outdoor activities.

Tuesday 27 May 2014

ATTRACTIONS OF LONDON BRIDGE: HERE’S WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR

Located between London and the calm opposite side of Bankside, London Bridge offers the perfect opportunity for a London bus tour. The numerous attractions on site make it an ideal destination for many visitors who choose to go on London tours to sample the sights and sounds that this beautiful city has to offer. Granted, it is almost impossible to talk about the London Bridge without making mention of the majestic River Thames. The bridge overlooks the river and makes for stunning views for both foreigners and tourists alike. A little history about this bridge is that it spans the longest history, and was in fact the only bridge over Thames prior to the building of the Putney Bridge.

Sightseeing tours are a great way to enjoy London, and visiting the London Bridge certainly is one of the things to do in London. While on the London Bridge, you will have picturesque views of the Tower Bridge. It is interesting to think that a number of visitors confuse the two, and even more fascinating that on either bridge, you will get amazing views of the other. Among the things to do in London when in the vicinity of the London Bridge is going on a cruise from the Tower Bridge Pier and down the river Thames. The views as you cruise down are simply breathtaking especially at night. Alternatively, go boating to explore the river, definitely one of the things that you must include in your London tours.
 
If you would like to stay out of the water, how about visiting the numerous hotels and restaurants that dot the area around London Bridge? What is a London tour without sampling different cuisines? Visit the Borough market for the ultimate experience. There is something for everyone, so make sure you include this in your London bus tour. In case of any emergency, make sure to visit the London Bridge hospital which offers excellent medical services. You could also choose to visit the sick in hospital. The St. Thomas’ Foundation trust is also one of the places you could visit if only to touch the lives of others during your London bus tour. The London Bridge is also proximal to the City of London towards the North of River Thames. The Tower of London is also a short distance and is among the places that have a rich heritage in London. This is what makes London tours so interesting: the fact that you can experience rich culture and modern trends just meters apart.
 
How do you get to the London Bridge? 
There are seamless transport options for visitors looking for things to do in London. The London Bridge is not any different as it is linked to the railway system which you can get onto from stations in South London as well as at Kent and Sussex. Bus tours are also common for the simple reason that the road network is excellent, and various buses will take you to different places all over London.

BATH ATTRACTIONS

Wondering what places to visit on your London tours? Wondering whether to relax, get fine cuisine, go on adventure or simply undertake retail therapy? Well, Bath is just the place for you and a tour of Britain would be incomplete without taking time to see some of the attractions at hand. One of the most distinct things that you will notice about Bath has got to be the numerous family-friendly attractions, making this the ideal destination for day trips from London. A good place to start would be the Stonehenge attraction. Outdoor adventures at this protected site with a rich heritage perhaps the most iconic monuments in Europe’s history, Stonehenge constitutes of massive stones arranged systematically to form a circle of sorts.

The most fascinating thing about your tour of Britain when you visit the Stonehenge is that you will be able to walk back in time and marvel at just how amazing the Neothilic people put up such a magnificent structure in their era. What’s more, the fact that Stonehenge is built to match the orientation of the sun when it rises and as it sets makes it a marvel on its own. Many beliefs abound, including the belief that the stones were used as astronomical tools. Why not experience this mystical touch when you take day trips from London? When planning for your London tours, the inclusion of Stonehenge as a tour destination means that you must know the timings. Tickets are timed, and for this reason, visitors on a tour of Britain are advised to choose advance tickets.
 
For the lover of art and music, day trips from London to Bath are incomplete without enjoying performances held at the egg theatre. If you are the more adventurous type, how about visiting the Wookey hole where you can walk through the numerous mystic caves? Adventures in the outdoors do not end at Wookey as you can proceed to Longleat Safari and adventure Park. How about taking on the deadly challenge in extreme sports? This is set to be an exhilarating experience. Visit the Longleat House and marvel at the architectural design, making it one of the most tastefully designed houses you will spot during your London tours.
 
Bath is a great destination during summer, so make sure to visit the numerous parks, soaking up the sun and enjoying the outdoors. Winter does not mean any less fun at Bath, and what better way to enjoy Bath than to visit the yearly Christmas market? This is the ideal way to experience the magic of Christmas to get you in the festive mood! Day trips from London to Bath are incomplete without a visit to the spa in the thermal waters of the Thermae Bath Spa. Take some time away to relax and enjoy a spa session. While at it, visit the ancient Roman Baths and pamper yourself for a completely relaxed experience. These attractions are what make Bath the place to be whenever you want to steal away to a tranquil yet active place tucked away at the heart of Britain.

Thursday 22 May 2014

TAKING THE LONDON UNDERGROUND TRANSPORT SYSTEM

London tours are incomplete without taking a ride in the London underground. If you want to make the most out of your trip, what better way to do this than to use the Tube? London is very vast, and if you would like to have an experience of the transport system, be sure to use the Tube. Ideally, many people opt to walk when traveling to a new city as this allows one to experience the vibrant culture of the people, something that would ordinarily be missed with conventional transport systems. In London, this may not be possible especially if the things you set to do are located on opposite ends of the city.

This is where the Tube comes in handy in London tours. With many things to do in London, this offers a perfect opportunity to sample the famous London underground system. A quick glance at the map of the underground system may make it look very complicated, but it actually isn’t. The moment you realize where the lines are headed in respect to where you need to be, then it becomes relatively easy to understand how this underground system works. Before boarding, you must know whether you are heading North or South. What’s more, you must also identify the last station for the particular line that you are on. This is the only way you will be sure you are on the right track. Sounds like a handful? Here are tips to help you get around London and allow you to have fun in this cosmopolitan city.

  • Ensure that you confirm your journey online. This will ensure that you plan well ahead of boarding the London Underground system.
  • Confirm the fares for the particular line that you will be using. If you are up and about in London for just a day, it is advisable to get the Day pass which costs significantly less than one ticket.
  • If your trip will last you a few days in London, you may consider getting the ‘Oyster Card’. This means you will have to pay a deposit on purchase and then top it up like you would a mobile phone.
  • Ensure that you check the travel info provided at the station. This is available at different notice boards usually next to the ticket vending machine. This information is very important because it will notify you of impending delays as well as give you updates where practical.
  • Ensure that you are on the lookout for seats which are intended for persons with disabilities. These seats are given priority for disabled persons and expectant women, so when the underground system is full, it is expected that one will offer a seat to such persons.
  • It is expected that visitors and everyone else using this form of transport will wait until those disembarking from the train have done so instead of trying to squeeze each other in. This has the effect of improving waiting times at the station, thus allowing you more time to engage in fun things to do in London.