The recorded time when Lincoln has originated is said to be during the Iron Age. Settlements were composed of wooden dwellings which date back to the 1st century BC. This settlement can be found near a deep pool in the River Witham at a large hill’s foot.

The name Lincoln was thought to be from the word Lindon which means “The Pool.” This might have something to do with the location of the settlements.

In AD 48, the Romans conquered Lincoln and other parts of Britain. The name Lindon, which was Celtic, was then transformed into Latin, Lindum Colonia.

This settlement flourished during the Roman time, and many people accessed the town from the sea. They go through the River Withman and the River Trent to reach town. The town declined before the 5th century which led to it being deserted.

Germanic tribes coming from the North Sea area occupied Lincolnshire during the 5th and 6th centuries. The town’s then-Latin name Lindum Colonia was translated to Old English, and it was called Lindocolina before the final name Lincylene.

After the raids by the Vikings, the city became important due to its trading relations. The Danelaw was then established in 886. Because of this, Lincoln became a borough in the East Midlands. There were Five Boroughs during this period.

The once deserted town was occupied and buildings with timber frames were built. However, Lincoln experienced an economic explosion during the time of the Danes. Some parts were once again deserted.

The Witham banks by 950 were developed, and in 1068, the building of Lincoln Castle started. This was two years after the Norman conquest of England happened. The construction was ordered by William I.

The first Lincoln Cathedral was built completely in 1092. It experienced fire but was rebuilt, but an earthquake in 1185 totally destroyed it. The last rebuilding made the structure known as the world’s tallest man-made structure, surpassing the Great Pyramids of Egypt.

A battle between the forces of Empress Matilda and King Stephen happened in Lincoln in 1141. This was during the Anarchy, and King Stephen lost. He was then taken to Bristol after his capture.

Lincoln was known as one of England’s wealthiest towns by 1150. The economy thrived through cloth and wool exportation.

In the 13th century, Lincoln was the third largest city in England, and many kings fancied the city. Lincoln was involved during the First Barons’ War and the Second Barons’ War. During the second war, the records containing registered debts were burned.

It is unknown up to now whether the city’s economy and fortunes declined during the 14th century or if it remained stable and thriving. However, additional rights were given to Lincoln when it became a county in 1409.

More than seven monasteries in Lincoln closed during the 16th century. This is because of the Dissolution of the Monasteries. Political powers were greatly affected especially when abbeys also shut down.

In 1549, it was sure that the economic and political state of Lincoln declined. This was seen when the great spire of the cathedral rotted and collapsed. This is because it was not replaced during the time.

Lincoln was under different hands several times when the English Civil War occurred. Damages can be seen around town and it had no easy sea access and no major industry.

Lincoln once again flourished through the Agricultural Revolution by the Georgian era. This continued until the Industrial Revolution.

However, a typhoid epidemic hit Lincoln between 1904 and 1905, and this was attributed to the polluted drinking water from the River Witham and Hartsholme Lake. Many people were infected, and some died. A chlorine disinfection system was installed by Cruickshank Houston to address the problem.

Lincoln involved itself in war production during World Wars I and II. Diesel engines were then produced together with gas turbine engines.

• Say a prayer at Lincoln Catherdral of St. Mary – https://lincolncathedral.com/ 
• Take good pictures at Lincoln Castle - https://www.lincolncastle.com/ 
• Travel back in time at Stokes Bridge Café - https://stokescoffee.com/ 
• Discover history at Brayford Pool - https://www.visitlincoln.com/about-lincoln/areas-of-lincoln/brayford-waterfront/ 
• Look at the different collections at Usher gallery / The Collection - https://www.thecollectionmuseum.com/ 

• Know the fascinating history of Cranwell Aviation Heritage Museum - https://www.heartoflincs.com/cranwell 
• Take a day off at Whisby Nature Park – https://www.lincstrust.org.uk/nature-reserves/whisby-nature-park  

• Hacienda Real
• Code Beer Company
• Kinkaider Brewing

The Romans built the Fosse Dyke canal to improve the links of trading, and this canal is thought to be England’s oldest working canal. The canal runs from the Brayford pool to meet Torkey’s River Trent.

The modern street names in Lincoln were attributed from the period when Vikings ruled the city. The Vikings have a great contribution in making the city an important trading centre. These streets include Flaxengate and Danesgate.

The ruins of the legionary fortress built by the Romans around 2,000 years ago can still be seen in the current time. This area was the Lindum Colonia which contributed to the current name Lincoln. The fortress was built because of the local topography’s potential that the Romans saw at the time.

When a harbour on Morecambe Bay was built, the Morecambe Harbour and Railway Company was established in 1846. The harbour was located close to Poulton-le-Sand’s fishing village and a connecting railway.

A settlement began to grow when the railway connected to Bradford Skipton, Keighley. This settlement then expanded and included Poulton and the Bare and Torrisholme villages. Later on, it was called Morecambe, and this name was officially adopted in 1889.

In the mid-20th century, Morecambe was known as a flourishing seaside resort. Many of the visitors were from Yorkshire and Scotland. Some of these people even chose Morecambe as their place of retirement. The Blackpool resort, on the other hand, attracted guests from the mill towns of Lancashire. Because a lot of people from Bradford go to Morecambe, it was nicknamed Bradford on Sea.

However tourism and the local economy of Morecambe declined due to several incidents. Some of these incidents include the loss of West End Pier and the Central Pier. The first mentioned pier was partly washed away because of the storm in 1977. Meanwhile, Central Pier was removed in 1992 when it was ravaged by fire in 1933. In addition, Happy Mount Park’s The World of Crinkley Bottom also closed shortly after its opening, affecting the number of park goers.

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution chose Morecambe as the location for its hovercraft that is life-saving, and this was the first of its kind. Most famously known as “The Hurley Flyer,” this hovercraft was stored in a garage in 2002 before being built a permanent home which opened in 2010.

On February 5, 2004, a tragic incident happened. Lives were lost in Morecambe Bay when Chinese immigrants who were illegal harvesters of shellfish drowned.

In addition, in December 2017, claims spread that children in Morecambe were malnourished and that they suffered from rickets because of malnourishment. However, The Morecambe Bay Clinical Commissioning Group stated that the result might be caused by other factors other than malnourishment.

Morecambe Budget is composed of market policies which are radical free. The speech talking about this was delivered on October 11, 1968 by Enoch Powell. Tax cuts were proposed, and these cuts would also enable the state to borrow from the public to fund projects like building of hospitals and construction of roads.

• Know about nuclear energy at EDF Heysham Power Stations Visitor Centre - https://www.edfenergy.com/energy/power-stations/heysham-1 
• Enjoy the vibrant scene at The Festival Market - http://www.lancaster.gov.uk/sites/markets/festival-market 
• Be entertained at The Platform, Morecambe Music and Entertainment Venue - http://www.lancaster.gov.uk/sport-and-leisure/the-platform 
• Enjoy a day at X-Height Climbing Walls at Salt Ayre Leisure Centre, Lancaster - http://www.lancaster.gov.uk/salt-ayre-leisure-centre/xheight-gravity/xheight 
• Get reliable information at Morecambe Visitor Information Centre - http://exploremorecambebay.org.uk/ 

• Relax at The Midland Hotel - https://englishlakes.co.uk/the-midland/ 
• Spend the whole day at Jump Rush - https://www.jump-rush.com/ 
• Visit Bowl into Italy - https://www.soulbowl-uk.com/ 
• Sit back and relax at Happy Mount Park - https://www.happymountpark.co.uk/ 

• Dog & Partridge
• Smugglers Den
• Kings Arms Morecambe

Morecambe Bay is part of the Morecambe Bay Social Area of Conservation. Morecambe is also a SSSI or a Site of Special Interest. Around a million ducks, birds and geese consider the bay as their vital feeding grounds.

In Morecambe’s north, the historic house Leighton Hall can be found. This is where the Gillow furniture making dynasty is located, and the family is still living in the area up to this day. Many people visit this place for the breathtaking Bay backdrop.

A unique and special example of a surviving Victorian music hall can be found in Morecambe. This is called the Morecambe Winter Gardens which was built in 1869. Several films were shot in these gardens, and there is a programme of events each year held in this place.

Swindon was initially known as Suindine, according to the Domesday Book in 1086. This is said to be from the words swine and dun. When combined, these words mean pig hill, and some people say the words mean Sweyn’s hill.

Swindon was recorded in the same book as a manor, a large one that was divided into five landlords. The Swindon estate was primarily owned by Leofgeat before the Battle of Hastings.

Starting from the 16th century, the lord of the manor was the Goddard family. The manor house was sometimes called The Lawn during these times.

Mainly for barter trade, Swindon was known as a small market town. This market area was located in the Old Town in Swindon’s central. The town progressed due to the Industrial Revolution, resulting in population growth.

Swindon Works of Isambard Kingdom Brunel was constructed in the area for the Great Western Railway’s maintenance and repair. This was between 1841 and 1842. The workers employed in the railway have weekly deductions from their pay so that they are given free medicines and medical treatments. This benefitted the employees and their families when tuberculosis came to town.

Several new industries bloomed during World War II, and by 1960, the biggest employer in Swindon was Plessey. The workforce is composed mainly of women.

When it comes to governance, the Greater London Council separated from the Town Development Agreement to develop independently. In 1997, the Swindon Borough Council was formed.

However, the railway works were closed, and this event majorly affected Swindon. Along with this, diversification continued as the population grew.

• Enjoy the day at Coate Water Country Park - https://www.swindon.gov.uk/info/20077/parks_and_open_spaces/487/coate_water_park 
• Learn about history at Museum of Computing - https://www.museumofcomputing.org.uk/ 
• Appreciate nature at Roves Farm - https://rovesfarm.co.uk/ 
• Take a peek at the Swindon & Cricklade Railway - https://swindon-cricklade-railway.org/ 
• Shop designer brands at Swindon Designer Outlet - https://www.mcarthurglen.com/outlets/en/uk/designer-outlet-swindon/ 

• Let kids enjoy at the Museum of Computing – https://www.museumofcomputing.org.uk/ 
• Entertain yourselves at Cineworld Swindon - Regent Circus - https://www.cineworld.co.uk/cinemas/swindon-regent-circus/8099 
• Learn about important things at STEAM - Museum of the GWR - https://www.steam-museum.org.uk/ 
• Be creative at Eastcott Studios - https://www.eastcottstudios.co.uk/ 
• Enjoy your visit at Oasis Leisure Centre - https://www.better.org.uk/leisure-centre/swindon 

• The Royal Oak
• The Old Boathouse
• Jennie’s Kitchen

Swindon houses a scary road junction. The well-known Magic Roundabout is said to be the scariest in Britain. Also, Swindon is said to be the favourite town of James Bond, filming the movies twice in the town.

In addition to the things mentioned above, the famous band Oasis also got their name from Oasis Leisure Centre just because Liam Gallagher, the band’s lead singer, saw an advertisement of the venue on a poster.

Coate Water was formerly a recreation park. Although it is currently a home to seagulls, geese, ducks, and swans, in the past, many people have dived off this concrete statue in the Coate Water lake’s centre. This used to be a diving board. Swimming in the lake was then prohibited, that is why it became a home to other living things.

Cheltenham is found on River Chelt. This is located near Dowdeswell and goes to Severn, running through the town. Cheltenham is first called Celtan hom in 803. There is no one real explanation of the name’s meaning, but some scholarships state that the first element comes from cilta which means steep hill. Meanwhile, the second element is thought to mean water-meadow or settlement.

In 1226, Cheltenham was granted a market charter. In 1716, several mineral springs were found in this town. As a result, it was known as a holiday spa town and as a health spa town, too. The first person thought to exploit the mineral springs was Captain Henry Skillicorne.

In 1732, Skillicorne was married to Elizabeth Mason, but Elizabeth’s father has not exerted much effort to promote the mineral water’s healing properties. Skillicorne was fully aware of the advantages and the importance of the mineral springs, so he was determined to make the benefits and the actual mineral springs known to the locals and the tourists. Because Skillicorne is a merchant, he improved the place to attract visitors to his spa. After some time, many popular and notable people came to town to experience Cheltenham’s beneficial waters.

The spa town became more well-known when George III and the queen and royal princesses visited the place in 1788. Cheltenham’s railway station is also called Cheltenham Spa, which reflects the popularity of the place. Other spa facilities opened in different towns, and they were all named after Cheltenham or inspired by it.

In 1815, horse racing began in town. It became a major national attraction when the Festival was established in 1902. With the boost in the number of visitors coming to town because of horse racing, the number of spa visitors coming to town declined.

In World War II, the primary headquarters of the United States Army Services of Supply was located in Cheltenham. This was headed by Lt. Gen. John C. H. Lee, and the town has become a large storage depot of trucks, tanks, and other war pieces.

The Gloster E.28/39 was built in this town. It is the first British jet aircraft prototype, and the location of production moved from Hucclecote to Regent Motors so that it would be safer from the bombings happening during World War II

• Taste the best dishes in Prithvi - https://prithvirestaurant.com/ 
• Take a quick snack at Boston Tea Party – https://bostonteaparty.co.uk/ 
• Visit Michelin-starred Le Champignon Sauvage - http://www.lechampignonsauvage.co.uk/ 
• Take the best photos at Daffodil - https://thedaffodil.com/ 
• Experience the Cheltenham Jazz Festival - https://www.cheltenhamfestivals.com/jazz 

• Walk around the Sudeley Castle - https://sudeleycastle.co.uk/ 
• Ride the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway - https://www.gwsr.com/ 
• Live a fantasy life at Fairytale Farm - https://www.fairytalefarm.co.uk/ 
• Encounter different animals at Cotswold Wildlife Park - https://www.cotswoldwildlifepark.co.uk/ 
• Have a good time at Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre - https://gloucesterski.com/ 

• Harry Cooks
• The Exmouth Arms
• The Swan

265,000 pints of Guinness were sold in the Cheltenham Festival. 120,000 wine bottles were also opened during this event in town. Lastly, this four-day event employed over 6,000 workers.

Alice in Wonderland was also inspired in Cheltenham. There was one Alice, Alice Liddell, who lived in a suburb of Cheltenham – Charlton Kings. The looking glass in this story was a real looking glass found at the Liddell home. This is found in Charlton Kings Cudnall Street.

Cheltenham is a famous film location. Famous television shows and films like These Foolish Things, Pride and Prejudice, and The Whistle Blower were shot in this area.

Oxford was first known as Oxnaford. This means “ford of the oxen.” The Anglo-Saxons were the first ones to settle in this area. This place became an important military town in the 10th century, and it was raided by Danes.

In 1002, the St. Brice’s Day massacre happened where many Danes died. It was instructed by Æthelred. In 2008, the skeletons of these victims were discovered when St. John’s College was about to be built.

In 1066, the Norman Invasion happened, and Oxford was impacted heavily. Robert D’Oyly then ordered the building of Oxford Castle when he was the town’s governor. This is now considered one of the most historical and oldest spots in Britain.

Religious houses were constructed in and around the city when King Henry II granted the citizens the same exemptions and privileges which people of the kingdom’s capital are enjoying.

The first mention of the University of Oxford is found in the records of the 12th century. However, the 1517 sweating sickness epidemic deeply devastated Cambridge and Oxford, killing half the population of both cities.

The court of Charles I was located in the city when the English Civil War happened. This was in 1642 when London expelled the king. Later on, Charles II’s court was built in Oxford. He later on evacuated when the Great Plague of London occurred.

In 1876, a permanent military presence was founded in Oxford when the Cowley Barracks was completed. Henry Hare built the Oxford Town Hall, and future King Edward VII opened it in 1897.

University members’ population decreased during World War I as many people enlisted. The soldiers occupied the vacant places in college, and the wounded soldiers during the war were also treated in some college hospitals.

In the early 20th century, population and industrial growth happened rapidly, and Morris Motors Limited was established in Oxford. This company mass-produced cars in Cowley, and it was done by William Moris.

Although slightly affected during World War II, Oxford was not damaged heavily. The colleges temporarily served as soldiers’ areas for training and military barracks.

The industry and the town itself flourished through the years. There became a large student population, several bars and restaurants were constructed, and a lot of Asian shops and fast-food outlets were located in the area.

• Visit Great Britain’s oldest botanic garden at Oxford Botanic Gardens & Arboretum - https://www.obga.ox.ac.uk/home#/ 
• Check out the University of Oxford’s anthropological and archaeological collections at Pitt Rivers Museum - https://www.prm.ox.ac.uk/ 
• Feel the presence of the Lord at University Church of St. Mary the Virgin - https://www.universitychurch.ox.ac.uk/ 
• Discover spiritual connection at the Christ Church Cathedral - https://www.chch.ox.ac.uk/cathedral 
• See the important collection of paintings and drawings at Christ Church College - https://www.chch.ox.ac.uk/ 

• Experience unusual and immersive exhibitions at The Story Museum - https://www.storymuseum.org.uk/ 
• Take sightseeing tours at Oxford River Cruise - https://www.oxfordrivercruises.com/ 
• Complete your adventure at Oxford Spy Mission Treasure Trail - https://www.treasuretrails.co.uk/ 
• Check out the natural history specimens’ collection housed at the Oxford University Museum of Natural History - https://www.oumnh.ox.ac.uk/ 
• Learn about the history of Oxford within the castle and prison at Oxford Castle Unlocked - https://www.oxfordcastleandprison.co.uk/ 

• The Seven Stars
• The Fox Inn
• The Perch

From 1642 to 1646, Oxford was England’s capital. This was during the Civil War. In World war II, England was never bombed too because Hitler was planning to use Oxford as his capital if he successfully conquered England.

On a lighter note, Mr. Bean or Rowan Atkinson attended Oxford University. In addition, Oxford’s first colleges did not accept female students until 1878.

The Oxford Comma originated from Oxford. It is placed before the last item in a list of three or more things or subjects in a sentence.

The oldest structure in Weston-super-Mare is the Worlebury Camp, and this can be found on Worlebury Hill. This is established in the town during the Iron Age. In addition, another old structure is Castle Batch which was overlooking the town.

Weston-super-Mare was initially a small village in the early 19th century. It was located behind a line of sand dunes, and it had around only 30 houses at that time. The local Lords of the Manor Brockley’s Pigott family also had a residence at Grove House where they spent their summer.

During the Victorian era, Weston-super-Mare flourished. The village’s first hotel, “Reeves,” was constructed in 1808. Today, this hotel is called the Royal Hotel. A lot of tourists also visited Bristol, South Wales and Bath, so Weston benefited from it.

The supervisor of the Bristol and Exeter Railway Isambard Kingdom Brunel, together with his family, also lived in Weston-super-Mare. There were thousands of visitors who flocked to Weston when the railway opened in 1841.

To provide more amusement to the visitors, arcades, rides, tea rooms and a photographic studio were made in the Birnbeck Pier. Today, visitors are not allowed to go inside the place, but they can look at it behind barbed wire.

More stone houses were then built during this time, and a second railway was also constructed which opened in 1897. However, in 1940, the railway was closed.

During the 20th century, the Grand Pier was built to have tourists come to the other parts of the town aside from its centre. Development was further made during World War I. When the Second World War came, Weston-super-Mare accommodated more than 10,000 evacuees, and 230 of these people stayed in the two for four years or more.

Weston-super-Mare played a huge role during the times of war, providing home to pump and aircraft manufacture. However, the Luftwaffe attacked and bombed the town, and large areas of Weston were destroyed.

Weston General Hospital was opened in 1986. It replaced the Queen Alexandra Memorial Hospital which opened in 1928.

In 2006, Silica was installed. It served as a bus shelter and a retail kiosk while also being a piece of publica art. In 2008, the Grand Pier’s pavilion was turned into ashes. However, reconstruction was made.

Increase in residential alcohol and drug rehabilitation treatment centres were observed around the year 2000, but by 2012, there was a reduction

• Watch one famous act at The Winter Gardens Pavilion - http://www.westonwintergardens.co.uk/ 
• Be involved in different activities at Weston Sand Sculpture Festival - https://westonsandsculpture.co.uk/ 
• Check out more than 80 helicopters at The Helicopter Museum - http://www.helicoptermuseum.co.uk/ 
• Have a fun-packed day out at The Grand Pier - https://www.grandpier.co.uk/ 
• Walk through the beautiful Mendip Hills and Cheddar Gorge - https://www.mendiphillsaonb.org.uk/ 

• Take an educational trip at Noah's Ark Zoo Farm - https://www.noahsarkzoofarm.co.uk/ 
• Seize the day at the Water Adventure Play Park - https://wsm-tc.gov.uk/ 
• Learn about history at Weston Museum - https://www.westonmuseum.org/ 
• Reflect and relax at Puxton Park - https://www.puxton.co.uk/ 
• Meet fully-qualified gym instructors at Hutton Moor Leisure Centre - https://www.leisurecentre.com/hutton-moor-leisure-centre 

• The Ship Inn
• The Dolphin
• The Nightjar

An outdoor swimming pool can be once found in The Tropicana which opened in 1937. It was a lido that included an art deco diving board. It was initially called “The Pool” when it opened, and the name “Tropicana” has only been given in 1983. However, in 2000, it was closed.

In addition, in 1860, Weston-super-Mare beach operated 100 bathing machines which prevented other people from observing other bathers as they changed or entered the sea.

360 original cast iron piles are supporting the Grand Pier. These piles were from 1904, and in 2010, 71 new steel piles were added to it. The first maintenance after the 2010 refurbishment is thought to be in 2035.

A Viking raider named Thorgils Skarthi was said to be the founder of Scarborough. It was established around 966 AD, and it was initially called Skarðaborg. However, there are no pieces of evidence to back up these statements, so there are other stories about the town’s origins.

Some people say that Romans have initially lived in Scarborough and that Bronze Age and Stone Age settlements can be found in the area. The new settlements after these ages were then burned by a rival band of Vikings under Lord of Falsgrave, Tosti, and Norway’s Herald III. Because of this, there was very little evidence recorded in 1085’s Domesday survey.

King Henry II was the ruler when Scarborough recovered. He built an Angevin castle made of stone and implemented charters in 1155 and 1163. These grants resulted in having a market located on the sands, and the burgesses were also able to establish rules during this time.

Scarborough Castle was then given to Piers Gaveston, Edward II’s favourite. However, the castle was besieged when Gaveston was captured and executed in Warwick Castle. Scarborough was burned in 1318 due to the Capture of Berwick upon Tweed. Sir James Douglas was the head of the town that time.

Scarborough Fair happened in the Middle Ages when a trading festival happened for six weeks, thus attracting merchants from all over Europe. This fair existed for 500 years starting from the 13th century.

Scarborough experienced long and violent sieges. Hands ruling the town changed for seven times during the 1640’s English Civil War. Then, in 1626, Scarborough Spa was discovered by Mrs Thomasin Farrer. This was Britain’s first seaside resort. The rich and popular people frequented the place.

Many visitors soon came to Scarborough as the Scarborough-York railway was created in 1845. This railway station holds the record for the longest platform seat all over the world.

However, High Seas Fleet’s German warships attacked and bombed Scarborough during the First World War, and one of the most important infrastructures damaged during this time was the Scarborough Pier Lighthouse.

Scarborough was famous for its name being attached to vessels of the Royal Navy like HMS Duncan and HMS Apollo.

• Enjoy live performances at Scarborough Open Air Theatre - https://scarboroughopenairtheatre.com/ 
• Relax and unwind at the Scarborough Spa - https://www.scarboroughspa.co.uk/ 
• Experience the best deals at Crown Spa Hotel - https://www.crownspahotel.com/ 
• Appreciate award-winning pieces of Tracy Savage at Tracy Savage Art Gallery - https://www.tracysavage.co.uk/ 
• Attend free cricket sessions at Scarborough Cricket Club - https://scarboroughcricketclub.co.uk/ 

• Take a look at the special North Bay Railway - https://nbr.org.uk/ 
• Walk through the fascinating Tree Trail - https://www.peasholmpark.com/about/the-tree-trail.html 
• Visit an award-winning beach at North Bay - https://www.discoveryorkshirecoast.com/discover/things-to-do/scarborough-north-bay-p1283041 
• Learn more about marine life at Sealife Centre - https://www.visitsealife.com/scarborough/ 
• Learn about culture and industry at Rotunda Museum - https://www.scarboroughmuseumstrust.com/rotunda-museum/ 

• Scarborough Arms
• The Old Scalby Mill Ltd
• Farrer's Bar & Restaurant

The largest comic strip in the world can be found in Scarborough. The creation of this strip was made possible with the help of Scarborough school students in 1988. A part of South Bay Beach was made into a huge front page of The Beano.

Also, two trees from a species were thought to be extinct at a time, but these trees were found in a part of Scarborough, specifically in Peasholm Park Glen. The tree is called the Dickinson Golden Elm.

The Conservative club of Scarborough hosts bingo sessions regularly, and they shout “government” when there is a winner. They say this word instead of “house”.

Weymouth is known to have a big role in the spread of the Black Death and the Georgian architecture’s development. This was also famous during the Second World War for it served as a major departure point for the Normandy Landings.

Weymouth is originally separated into two. The north side is called Melcombe Regis while the south is called Weymouth. These sides have differences, but they are similar in several aspects, too. In addition to that, The Black Death is thought to first come at the port in Melcombe Regis. Considered as rivals for trade and industry, Queen Elizabeth I grew tired of the rivalry, so she united the two towns, now known as Weymouth.

To protect the south Dorset from invasion during the 1530s, King Henry VIII built two device forts. The first one is the Sandsfoot Castle and the second one is the Portland Castle. These forts were located in Wyke Regis and Castletown, respectively. However, the Sandsfoot was abandoned early due to coastal erosion in 1665.

Moving on to the Civil War, Weymouth was deeply damaged. It gained peace when the Parliamentarians occupied the area, but the following year, Royalist cavalry captured Weymouth in August. This capture resulted in the death of more or less 250 people in the Crabchurch Conspiracy. After this phase, the Parliamentarians regained occupancy after a month and ruled here for the rest of the war.

Meanwhile, during the French Revolution, Weymouth became important military-wise. Troops were constructed and war men were housed in different locations within town.

During the modern times, Weymouth became a stopover for wounded soldiers during the First World War, and because of the town’s military importance, the Germans targeted Weymouth during the Second World War.

• Visit the historical artefacts in Weymouth Museum - https://www.weymouthmuseum.org.uk/ 
• Check out exciting movies at the Cineworld Weymouth - https://www.cineworld.co.uk/cinemas/weymouth/8091 
• Explore the beautiful Northe Fort and everything it has to offer - https://nothefort.org.uk/ 
• Enjoy the sand and the water of Weymouth Beach - http://www.weymouth-dorset.co.uk/beach.html 
• Have fun at The Weymouth 4 Kids Treasure Trail - https://www.treasuretrails.co.uk/things-to-do-with-kids/dorset/weymouth 

• Spend some quality time with your family at Portland Bill Lighthouse - https://www.trinityhouse.co.uk/lighthouse-visitor-centres/portland-bill-lighthouse-visitor-centre
• Appreciate the anatomical recreation of Tutankhamun’s mummy at The Tutankhamun Exhibition - https://www.tutankhamun-exhibition.co.uk/ 
• Let children feed and cuddle newborn creatures in Abbotsbury Children’s Farm 
• See firsthand the finest tank collection in the world at The Tank Museum - https://tankmuseum.org/ 
• Experience the magnificent Camellia groves in the Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens - http://abbotsbury-tourism.co.uk/gardens/ 

• Vivo Lounge
• The Blue Raddle
• The Sailor’s Return

William Thompson, in 1856, took an underwater photo in Weymouth Bay. This picture is said to be the first underwater snapshot ever in the world.

The 2012 Paralympic Games and the Summer Olympics that same year were held at Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy.

There is a floating bath built in 1800 for the Royal family. Placed alongside Weymouth Pier, there are three small pools, each with several dressing rooms. The largest among the three pools is said to be for the king’s use only.

Kingston upon Hill is located at the mouth of the River Hull and on the Humber Estuary’s north bank. This place has long been inhabited due to its location that provides people with access to lands and nearby rivers. However, there is no fresh water around it and is too remote.

Hull is initially an outlying part of Wyke, Myton’s hamlet. Either one of the words Saxon Wic or Vik are said to be where the name Hull originated. These words mean inlet and dwelling place/refuge, respectively.

Located at a strategic place, the River Hull was a great spot for businesses and transactions that have something to do with shipping. Edward I acquired Wyke the town in 1293. He later on named this town Kingston upon Hull or King's town upon Hull. Edward I also acquired a port which played a big role during World War I. It served as a base and later on became England’s east coast’s foremost port.

William de la Pole is an important name in Hull’s history. He was a rich merchant and was also the first mayor of the town. Hull as a town prospered during the 16th to early-17th century. When the English Civil War came, Hull was still considered important due to the large arsenal in the area. During the early part of the war, Charles I was denied access to the town, so the town was besieged by Charles I.

Additionally, the town was enormously impacted and destroyed during World War II. Hull was even considered the most relentlessly bombed British city. Around 1,200 people died during this time, leaving more than 3,000 people injured.

Recently, in 2017, the title “City of Culture” was awarded to Hull. To celebrate the award, several festivals were held all around the city. Along with this, new buildings and structures were constructed to entice more visitors and tourists. Today, Hull is still known as an important port city and one of the region’s busy commercial centres.

• See the longest single-span suspension bridge of the UK, The Humber Bridge - https://www.humberbridge.co.uk/ 
• Enjoy the past’s sights, smells, and sounds at the Streetlife Museum of Transport - https://www.visiteastyorkshire.co.uk/Hull-Streetlife-Museum/details/?dms=3&venue=2175789 
• Visit Burton Constable Hall, one of the grandest country houses in Yorkshire - https://www.burtonconstable.com/ 
• Journey through 235 million years of history at the Hull & East Riding Museum - https://www.visiteastyorkshire.co.uk/Hull-Hull-East-Riding-Museum/details/?dms=3&venue=2175800 
• Experience a diverse community of God’s people at Hull Minster - https://hullminster.org/ 

• Be close to marine species at The Deep - https://www.thedeep.co.uk/ 
• Experience the best wildlife encounter at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, Doncaster - https://www.yorkshirewildlifepark.com/ 
• Walk where past convicts and kings have walked at Lincoln Castle, Lincoln - https://www.lincolncastle.com/ 
• Know more about culture, history, and faith at Lincoln Cathedral, Lincoln - https://lincolncathedral.com/ 
• Have a spectacular day at National Centre for Birds of Prey, Helmsley - https://www.ncbp.co.uk/ 

• Wheatsheaf
• George Inn
• Sun Inn

Hull is the only waterfront city in Yorkshire. In addition, liquid crystal display which is most commonly known as LCD was developed in Hull, specifically in the University of Hull. This city has also been called “the most poetic city in England” and was home to the poets Andrew Marvell and Philip Larkin.

Hull has the largest ports complex in the UK. It is called The Humber Ports, and it handles 90 million tonnes of cargo and one million passengers.

During the 19th century, Llandudno was explicitly built as a seaside resort and holiday destination; its coastline beaches and golden sand captivated tourists to the town; therefore, various hotels, restaurants, and conveniences were built in the area. The 19th century named the city the Queen of the Welsh resorts; and was visited all year round by holidaymakers. Previously the town was known for its copper mines and limestone hills known as the Great Orme. Llandudno came from a 6th-century saint supposedly named Tudno or Dudno, who would preach Christianity in the town. The town also had its fair share of fishing and agriculture, helping Welsh people earn a livelihood. e Llandudno and Colwyn Bay Electric Railway, a cable car administration through the town, continued in 1936; however, tragically, it shut down; 1972 saw the launch of a lodge lift to the highest point of the strong headland.

• Bodafon street park: https://bodafonfarmpark.com/ 
• Little Orme: http://www.greatorme.org.uk/littleorme.html 
• Haulfre gardens: http://www.visitllandudno.com/services/visitpage/HaulfreGardens/64 
• The summit complex: http://www.summitcomplex.com/ 

• Great Orme copper mine: https://www.greatormemines.info/ 
• Great Orme tramway: http://www.greatormetramway.co.uk/ 
• Home front museum: https://www.homefrontmuseum.co.uk/ 
• Bonkerz fun centre: https://bonkerzfuncentre.co.uk/ 
• Marine drive: http://www.greatorme.org.uk/marinedrive.html 
• Llandudno ski slope: https://www.jnlllandudno.co.uk/ 
• Venue Cymru: https://www.venuecymru.co.uk/ 
• RNLI Llandudno Lifeboat Station: https://rnli.org/find-my-nearest/lifeboat-stations/llandudno-lifeboat-station 

• King’s head: https://en-gb.facebook.com/KingsHeadPubLlandudnoNW/ 
• The Irish bar: http://www.theirishbar-llandudno.foodanddrinksites.co.uk/ 
• The Snowdon: https://thesnowdon.co.uk/ 

Llandudno is home to the natural landmark known as the Great Orme, the town is also a popular seaside resort and has a wide selection of shops, pubs, bars and eateries.

Llandudno is known for its unique architecture.