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England’s Unmissable Shropshire

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If you’re planning a holiday to the UK, the quiet region of Shropshire probably doesn’t come to the top of your list. But don’t let the diminutive nature of this central county fool you. Shropshire is the ideal place for a UK holiday with something to suit all ages and tastes. For Nature Lovers... There’s much local debate about how Shrewsbury is pronounced but no matter the correct ... Read Full Article

Worcester, England: The Place Where Liberty Was Fought

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The picturesque city of Worcester in Worcestershire, the West Midlands of England, is a modern city with a fascinating past. From its early beginnings as a Roman fort on the River Severn in the first century and down through the ages, Worcester has been noted as an important centre of British history. The English Civil War began in Worcester with a skirmish at the Powick Bridge on the edge of the ... Read Full Article

The Best of Birmingham, England

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Birmingham, a bustling city in the middle of the English countryside, often competes with Manchester as England’s second city to London. Birmingham has its own quirks and charms, though, and is a must-see on any tourist agenda. Here are some suggestions on the best that Birmingham has to offer. Canals Did you know that Birmingham has more canals than Venice? A city at the heart of the ... Read Full Article