5 Things to Do/See This Summer in the UK

If you have chosen the UK as your holiday destination for this year, you can be sure that you will have plenty of places to visit. Whether you are a local or new to the country of Queens and Kings, the United Kingdom will provide everything you need to call it a perfect vacation.

Therefore, flamingoland.co.uk has come up with the top 5 things to do/see this summer in the UK at discounted rates:

1. Castles, Universities, Churches

UK’s history is by far the most captivating and interesting amongst the European countries. If you are a history lover, you should not miss the following museums:

• Warwick Castle: originally made of wooden motte and bailey, Warwick Castle was built by William the Conqueror in 1068. The castle beautifully symbolises the military architecture.
• Tower of London: the historical castle is situated on the bank of River Thames. Founded in 1066, the castle is also known as Her Majesty’s Royal Palace and was used as a menagerie as well as armoury
• Westminster Abbey: you must have watched the glamorous and fascinating wedding of Prince William and Duchess Kate in this London gothic church. Located in the City of Westminster, the church has held numerous coronations of the British monarchs.
• The British Museum: created in 1753, the British Museum exposes more than five million artefacts which amazingly represent cultures such as Indian, Egyptian, Japanese and more, as well as human history.
• Canterbury Cathedral: renovated in 1174 in order to enlarge it for the pilgrims who were visiting the cathedral, this place represents the Christian symbol of England.
• Natural History Museum: love science and nature? Then Natural History Museum offers you a wide range of fascinating specimens and collections related to mineralogy, zoology, entomology and palaeontology. The place is incredible for all nature and history lovers and the kids will be amazed.
• University of Cambridge: perhaps the most known centre of public research, the university is the second largest university in the world. The university provides cultural insight of its history. As well as offering art centres and other school related facilities.
• Cotswolds: the range of hills has a width of 25 miles in the West-Central England. The area is made up of smalls towns and villages. The beauty and the history of this area will surely remind you of the Middle Ages.

2. Natural sites

Great Britain certainly has a rich history, but few are aware of its beautiful natural spaces. After visiting the modern, yet historical London, you should take a look at British Parks and gardens:

• Seven Sister Country Park: 280 hectares of chalk cliffs and grassland, you can find the Seven Sisters situated by the English Channel, with the area being perfect for cycling, hiking or canoeing.
• Malvern Hills: situated in Worcestershire, the beauty of the Malvern Hills will take your breath away! Malvern Hills is not only full of open countryside but it also some of the oldest rocks in the UK. Whether you want to hike or relax, you will love it.
• Lake District National Park: a place untouched by modernism, the Lakes is a mountainous region, made of forests and lakes. You will be delighted at the sight of the longest and deepest lakes in England. Words could not describe its stunning beauty, which is why it is best to see it with your own eyes
• Lizard Peninsula: historical evidence suggests that Lizard Peninsula was created between the Iron Age and Roman Era. It is believed that its name must have Celtic origins and it was considered the “Graveyard of Ships” since shipping in the area is very dangerous
• White Sand Beaches of Scotland: who said that beautiful beaches can only be seen in the Caribbean? Fringed by pale coral sands with azure waters, the White Sand Beaches of Scotland is a destination for some tropical views.
• Midnight Sun in Ben Hope: the midnight sun is the natural event where the sun does not set for up to four months and it is usually known to happen in the Arctic Circle. Well, why travel so far when you can travel to Ben Hope in Scotland, and watch the midnight sun with your family or friends?

3. Tea

You cannot leave Great Britain without tasting the British tea. There are thousands and thousands of lovely tea shops where they will spoil you with extravagant delicacies and tasty tea. You will certainly feel like a royal after your afternoon British tea.

You could even think about enjoy it at home, in your garden with friend. Yes an English tea party, which if you wanted to give it a twist you could look at hammocks Tropilex to help give the perfect way to relax and unwind in the afternoon sun. 

4. London Clubs

You cannot deny the fact that Britons certainly know how to party and enjoy their time. Whether you come by yourself or with friends and want to party, London will be the place for you.

Some of the best clubs you go to are Egg London (a reminiscent of Ibiza clubs) and Ministry of Sound (the superclub which has been entertaining and offering the best music for the past 20 years).

5. Borough Market

Opened in 1750, Borough Market is the capital of food. With over 100 stands, the market provides organic/hand-made food and delicacies, all at the cheapest prices you could think of. It will not only save you money, but it will give you the chance to get to know the British and local cuisine.