Insight Guide England

Insight Guides England Travel made easy. Ask local experts. Inspirational travel guide with fascinating historical insights and stunning imagery. From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, this guide to England is all you need to plan your perfect trip, with insider information on must-see, top attractions like the Tower of London, York Minister, Oxford, The Lake District and Stone Henge, and cultural gems like the National Gallery, Merseyside Maritime Museum and Stratford-upon-Avon. Features of this travel guide to England: - Inspirational colour photography: discover the best destinations, sights and excursions, and be inspired by stunning imagery - Historical and cultural insights: immerse yourself in England's rich history and culture, and learn all about stately homes, English pubs and the Royal Family - Practical full-colour maps: with every major sight and listing highlighted, the full-colour maps make on-the-ground navigation easy - Editor's Choice: uncover the best of England with our pick of the region's top destinations - Key tips and essential information: packed full of important travel information, from transport and tipping to etiquette and hours of operation - Covers: Central London, The City and Southwark, Kensington and Chelsea, Day Trips along the Thames, The Thames Valley, Oxford, The Cotswolds, Shakespeare Country, Cambridge, East Anglia, Canterbury and the Southeast, Brighton and the Downs, Hampshire, Wiltshire and Dorset, Bath, The West Country, Hereford and the Welsh Borders, Derby to the East Coast, The Peak District, The Northwest, The Lake District, York, Yorkshire, The Northeast Looking for a focused guide to some of England's best loved towns and cities? Check out our Insight Guides Great Breaks range for detailed and inspirational guides to the British Isles. About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.

This Insight Guide is a lavishly illustrated inspirational travel guide to England and a beautiful souvenir of your trip. Perfect for travellers looking for a deeper dive into the destination's history and culture, it's ideal to inspire and help you plan your travels. With its great selection of places to see and colourful magazine-style layout, this England guidebook is just the tool you need to accompany you before or during your trip. Whether it's deciding when to go, choosing what to see or creating a travel plan to cover key places like the Lake District, Stonehenge, it will answer all the questions you might have along the way. It will also help guide you when you'll be exploring Stratford-upon-Avon or discovering the Cotswolds on the ground. Our England travel guide was fully-updated post-COVID-19. The Insight Guide ENGLAND covers: Central London, the City and Southwark, Kensington and Chelsea, day trips along the Thames, the Thames Valley, Oxford, the Cotswolds, Shakespeare Country, Cambridge, East Anglia, Canterbury and the Southeast, Brighton and the Downs, Hampshire, Wiltshire. In this guide book to England you will find: IN-DEPTH CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL FEATURES Created to provide a deeper dive into the culture and the history of England to get a greater understanding of its modern-day life, people and politics. BEST OF The top attractions and Editor's Choice featured in this England guide book highlight the most special places to visit. TIPS AND FACTS Up-to-date historical timeline and in-depth cultural background to England as well as an introduction to England's food and drink, and fun destination-specific features. PRACTICAL TRAVEL INFORMATION A-Z of useful advice on everything, from when to go to England, how to get there and how to get around, to England's climate, advice on tipping, etiquette and more. COLOUR-CODED CHAPTERS Every part of the destination, from Central London to Canterbury and the Southeast has its own colour assigned for easy navigation of this England travel guide. CURATED PLACES, HIGH-QUALITY MAPS Geographically organised text, cross-referenced against full-colour, high-quality travel maps for quick orientation in Oxford, Cambridge and many other locations in England. STRIKING PICTURES This guide book to England features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning York Minster and the spectacular Tower of London.

Insight Guide England is a comprehensive full-colour guide to the culture, history and people of this varied and exciting country. Our inspirational Best Of England section illustrates the country's highlights, from prehistoric monuments at Stonehenge and soaring cathedrals at York and Durham to the wealth of historic castles and cutting-edge museums, and of course, stunning scenery ranging from Cornwall's family-friendly beaches to the wild beauty of the Lake District - making sure you don't miss anything. Our unrivalled coverage of history, landscape and culture provides an essential introduction to England's rich heritage and contemporary life, to complement the in-depth coverage of the arts, activities and modern culture. The informative text, written by regional experts, is a pleasure to read and accompanied by stunning photography. Lavish magazine-style features offer a unique insight into grand stately homes, the English "season", the wealth of local cheeses, and beautifully cultured gardens, as well as the quintessentially English sport of cricket. All major sights are cross-referenced with the maps, and the travel tips section provides a wealth of practical information on how to plan your trip, as well as carefully selected hotel and restaurant listings.

Perfect day itineraries and top travel tips in a pocket-sized package. Now with free eBook and a pull-out map. Plan your trip, plan perfect days and discover how to get around - this pocket-sized guide is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering fun and interesting things to do and see in London, from top tourist attractions like the Tower of London, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace, to hidden gems, including Brick Lane. Compact, concise and packed with essential information about Where to Go and What to Do, this is an ideal on-the-move pocket travel guide when you're exploring London. - Cultural: delve into the city's rich heritage and get to know its modern-day life and people - Inspirational: discover where to go and what to do, highlighted with stunning photography - Practical: get around with ease with a free pull-out map featuring key attractions - Informative: plan your visit with an A to Z of advice on everything from transport to tipping - Innovative and unique extras: a free eBook and pull-out map - Inventive design makes for an engaging, easy-reading experience - Covers: Westminster, The West End, Buckingham Palace and Mayfair, Bloomsbury and Marylebone, The South Bank, The City, Kensington and Chelsea, North London, East London, Southeast London, Southwest London About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.

Stunning, specially-commissioned photography that brings the city and its people to life. Highlights of the city's top attractions in our Best of London, including the city's best museums and art galleries and iconic landmarks such as Big Ben and Buckingham Palace. Descriptive area-by-area accounts cover the whole city: from stately Westminster to vibrant Covent Garden, and well-to-do Knightsbridge to historic Southwark and the South Bank. Additional chapters take visitors beyond the centre to Kew Gardens, Hampton Court Palace, Hampstead, Greenwich and vibrant East London, and cover day trips to Windsor, Bath and Stratford-upon-Avon. Detailed, high-quality maps throughout will help you get around and travel tips give you all the essential information for planning a memorable trip. About Insight Guides: Insight Guides has over 40 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps as well as picture-packed eBooks to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture together create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure. 'Insight Guides has spawned many imitators but is still the best of its type.' - Wanderlust Magazine

Insight Guide Great Britain is illustrated throughout with hundreds of specially commissioned colour photographs. Our inspirational Best of Great Britain section illustrates the country's highlights, making sure you don't miss anything, including castles, churches, stately homes, gardens, ancient sites, museums, art galleries and, of course, pubs. With a longer and more in-depth history and culture section than its competitors, this guidebook provides a fascinating introduction to Britain's rich history and social eccentricities. A special guide to British Culture From A-Z is a light-hearted look at British society, from the Royal Family to the media, and cricket to the North-South divide. Lavish magazine-style features offer a unique insight into the country's prehistoric sites, stately home and gardens, the world-famous British Museum and Scotland's castles and abbeys. All major sights are cross-referenced with the maps, and the travel tips section provides a wealth of practical information on how to plan your trip, as well as carefully selected hotel and restaurant listings.

Insight Pocket Guides: ideal itineraries and top travel tips in a pocket-sized package. Plan your trip, plan perfect days and discover how to get around - this pocket-sized guide is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering what to do and see in Scotland, from top attractions like Edinburgh Castle, Glencoe and the Isle of Skye, to hidden gems, including the dramatic Smoo Cave and the peaceful islands of the Inner Hebrides. - Compact, concise, and packed with essential information about Where to Go and What to Do, this is an ideal on-the-move companion when you're exploring Scotland - Covers Top Ten Attractions, including Loch Lomond, Urquhart Castle and the Burrell Collection and Perfect Day itinerary suggestions - Offers an insightful overview of landscape, history and culture - Contains an invaluable pull-out map, and essential practical information on everything from Eating Out to Getting Around - Inspirational colour photography throughout - Sharp design and colour-coded sections make for an engaging reading experience About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.

Pocket-sized travel guides making the most of the British Isles through clearly laid-out walks and tours. Explore the best of Brighton, Sussex and the South Downs with this indispensably practical Insight Great Breaks Guide. From making sure you don't miss out on must-see attractions like Brighton's Royal Pavilion, Chichester Cathedral, Petworth House, Lewes and Eastbourne, to discovering hidden gems, including the Bluebell Railway, the easy-to-follow, ready-made walking routes will save you time, help you plan and enhance your Great Break in Brighton, Sussex and the South Downs. Practical, pocket-sized and packed with inspirational insider information, this is the ideal on-the-move companion to your trip to Brighton, Sussex and the South Downs. - Over 10 walks and tours: detailed itineraries feature all the best places to visit, including where to eat along the way - Local highlights: discover what makes the area special, its top sights and unique attractions, and be inspired by stunning imagery - Insider recommendations: where to stay and what to do, from active pursuits to themed trips - Rainy day recommendations: uncover plenty of options, whatever the weather - Practical maps: get around with ease and follow the walks and tours using the detailed maps - Informative tips: plan your travels with a useful practical section to ensure effortless exploration - Inventive design makes for an engaging, easy-reading experience - Covers: Brighton and Hove, the North Downs, Lewes, the Ouse and Cuckmere Valleys and the Sussex Heritage Coast, Eastbourne and 1066 Country, the High Weald, Chichester and around, Midhurst and around and Arundel and around. About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.