The sea has always greatly influenced the character of Cornwall, England’s most westerly county. The north coast of Cornwall is directly exposed to the elements of the Atlantic Ocean, giving rise to world class surfing. The southerly coast however is protected and at times benefits from a Mediterranean like climate. With crystal clear blue seas which are invitingly warm.

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Bradford is a large northern city, with a long and documented history, and a population of almost 300,000 people. Numerous important historical buildings and monuments, including mills and factories and one of only two World Heritage Sites in Yorkshire, make the city a first choice of many history-seekers and the city never fails to reward the effort! Bradford is also home to the most visited museum outside of London.

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Barnsley is South Yorkshire town with a population of just over 70,000 people. Despite a reputation as a run-down area, Barnsley’s town centre is home to an impressive array of boutiques and quality restaurants. The shopping facilities are unusually good for a town of this size, and the large town centre market is busy and popular and has been standing since the thirteenth-century.

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Birmingham's history stretches back to the sixth century, but is currently Europe's newest city. The second largest city in England, Birmingham is home to more than a million people and continues to expand on its success.

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Chesterfield is a small town set in the peak district area of Derbyshire. Some would say it is a beautiful old market town set in the beautiful surroundings of the Peak District, but what of the towns women.

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Rural England is rightly famous for its market towns as they are often the life blood of the local community. Norfolk has some of the UK’s most interesting and historical small towns and they offer holidaymakers a great way to get to know the local area.

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The metropolitan county of West Yorkshire lies to the north of England within Yorkshire and the Humber region. It has a population of over 2 million and borders Derbyshire, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, North Yorkshire and South Yorkshire. West Yorkshire consists of five metropolitan boroughs (City of Bradford, Calderdale, Kirklees, City of Leeds and City of Wakefield).

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Pitlochry is a charming Victorian town in the Perthshire Highlands amidst some of the most beautiful scenery in the United Kingdom, Pitlochry has been a popular holiday resort for over a century, thanks to a visit from Queen Victoria in 1844.

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Most visitors consider that Brighton is ideally located, sitting between the South Downs and the England's south coast, Brighton simply attracts the sun. Added to this, whether it's the sheer sophistication of a Regency city you're after, a lively beach front, great shopping, the arts or just good-old English seaside, Brighton has it!

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If you want to get out and about during your stay at Pelham house you’ll find there are lots of activities to chose from right on your doorstep. Whether you’re after a gentle walk around town or in the downs or an adrenaline fueled extreme sport , Sussex has something to offer for everyone.

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With an endless list of fascinating things to see and do, it’s not surprising that Durham gets an astounding 5.2 million visitors every year. Most of them come to experience the wealth of nature and science activities that this amazing city offers.

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Short weekend holidays are becoming a popular way to get away from it all while you wait for that week or two you’ve booked off from work. Whether you’re making the most of a bank holiday weekend or simply taking an extra day or so off from your job, Stratford upon Avon is the ideal destination because it looks stunning and has lots to offer visitors – whatever the English weather decides to throw at you.

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Today’s photo of the day captures the serenity that one can find in the midst of traveling. Ever Onward, a Realtraveler from Washington state, took this photograph on a recent trip to Corwen, Wales.

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