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Marvel at the picturesque terrain around the sheltered inlet harbor and learn about witchcraft, a vanished castle and devastating floods.

With views across the city and centuries of history, this classical sandstone building is one of the most popular free attractions in Belfast.

Get a glimpse into the lives of Scotland\'s historical monarchs at this immaculately preserved hilltop fort and royal residence.

Enjoy views of the city and sea from the top of a tower that rises from these impressive church remains.

Marvel at the picturesque terrain around the sheltered inlet harbor and learn about witchcraft, a vanished castle and devastating floods.

A mile of boardwalks leads through rolling dunes, marram-grass ridges, sandy beaches and wetland areas at this expansive seaside parkland.

Bring your board to one of the best surfing spots in the country and attempt to ride the crashing Atlantic waves.

This picturesque English town is an ideal base for exploring Lake Windermere and the spectacular Lake District National Park.

Watch a game of polo, eat at a famous chef’s restaurant and surf the impressive waves of this scenic bay.

Stroll along this spectacular bay and admire its turquoise waters, white sand and intriguing rock formations, including a precariously balanced stone.

Let nostalgia take hold in a museum of children’s tales and learn about the history of boats in this pleasant lakeside commune.

A mile of boardwalks leads through rolling dunes, marram-grass ridges, sandy beaches and wetland areas at this expansive seaside parkland.

Watch a game of polo, eat at a famous chef’s restaurant and surf the impressive waves of this scenic bay.

Wander through what Wordsworth described as the “loveliest spot that man hath ever found” to feel the stirring emotions of the Lake Poets.

With its white-washed cottages and white-sand beaches, this seaside village is as pretty as a painting and a magnet for artists and artistic happenings.

Discover the creatures that live deep in the world’s oceans and learn about the importance of conservation at the largest aquarium in the U.K.

Ride a boat around the islands of this scenic lake and visit the charming villages where some of England’s greatest writers lived.

Go for a stroll around this scenic loch, known for the ruined 13th-century castle at its center.

Gaze up at the iconic limestone cliffs rising from the North Sea in this lively town with a history of explorers.

Combine your visit to this innovative and diverse aquarium with a steam train journey and a cruise on the picturesque lake.

Wander through the picturesque grounds of Wordsworth’s family home and imagine how the views of lakes inspired him to write.

This picturesque English town is an ideal base for exploring Lake Windermere and the spectacular Lake District National Park.

Enjoy the tranquil setting of this spacious sandy haven flanked by a miniature railway and an aquarium with Humboldt penguins.