Often referred to as one of Britain’s richest towns, Gerrards Cross in Buckinghamshire is within London’s commuter belt, and is a popular area with the rich and famous, having the dearest postcode outside of London. Located near to the small town of Chalfont St Peter, Gerrards Cross has a resident population of just over 7,000 so is just a small town. The town itself does not have a great deal of history, being relatively new, but the nearby Bulstrode Camp, is the site of an ancient Iron Age hillfort, so there were settlements here thousands of years ago. Before 1859, Gerrads Cross was just a small village within the Chalfont St Peter parish, and developed as a town after this date. Nearby Beaconsfield is actually much more interesting so if you are n the area, be sure to pop along and have a look at this charming little town. Slightly further afield is Maidenhead, a town on the River Thames, also worth a visit if you have the time.
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2011/03/27
Newmarket Suffolk
Located between Cambridge and Bury St Edmunds, Newmarket is within the county of Suffolk. The name “Newmarket” is of course synonymous with the sport of horse racing and it is the headquarters of both the National Stud and the Jockey Club, as well as having one of the most famous racecourses in the world. Newmarket held its first recorded horse race in the year 1619, and it has been a centre for horse racing ever since. The town of Newmarket itself used to have a charming Georgian feel, though much of this has now faded, with the old being replaced with new. The nearby Devil’s Dyke is a 7 miles long ancient earthwork, this is actually in Cambridgeshire, not Suffolk. The 1000 guineas and the 2000 guineas are the first 2 major races of the flat racing season, in 2011 they are scheduled for the 1st and 2nd May at Newmarket, if the weather holds this should be an excellent weekend for racing.
2011/03/26
Sa Coma Majorca
Situated between the Majorca resorts of Cala Millor and Porto Cristo on the islands east coast, Sa Coma is also just a short drive from the town of Son Servera. Boasting a beautiful white, sandy beach, Sa Coma is one of the most popular of the east coast resorts, and as one would expect, has lots of restaurants, cafes and bars for the entertainment of visitors. Golfers will not be disappointed with a trip to Sa Coma, as there are four excellent courses within a half hour drive or the resort. Horse fans can also visit the local ranch, where horse riding and other sports are catered for. The beach is lapped by clear, warm Mediterranean waters, and is very safe for children, this is of course the place where most visitors head, especially when the weather is sunny and warm. Various water sports are also catered for and scuba diving is a popular pastime along this part of the coast. Sa Coma is situated close to Cala Millor, and is around 70km from Majorca airport.
2011/03/25
Cabo Roig Holidays
Cabo Roig Spain
Thinking of holidaying in Spain this year? And looking for somewhere a little different to visit? Then why not head along to Cabo Roig, one of the lesser known Costa Blanca resorts, which could be just the sort of place you are looking for if you like sandy beaches, warm sea waters, sunny weather and plenty of evening entertainment. Well Cabo Roig itself has two excellent sandy beaches, Cala Caleta and Cala Capitan, both have beach bars, for drinks, snacks and ice creams, Cala Capitan is the easiest to get to and the biggest, with a unique shallow bay, ideal for children, and a deeper, rougher section for the adults to swim. The weather is normally gorgeous between the months of May and October, so book any time within this period, and you will be sure of some sun. For bars, shops, cafes and restaurants, you need look no further than the well known Cabo Roig strip, where there are a wide variety to suit all tastes, foods of all nationalities, and bars which represent England, Ireland, Spain and Australia, among others. One of the most popular bars and one where there is entertainment throughout the summer is the Bushwacka, which also offers value food and cheap drinks nights. So for the perfect Spanish holiday, book your holiday in Cabo Roig this year, you will not be disappointed.
2011/03/23
Costa Teguise Lanzarote
A purpose built holiday resort on the island of Lanzarote, Costa Teguise is situated on the south coast of the island just three miles from the capital Arrecife. One of the finest of Lanzarote’s resorts, Costa Teguise has 5 fine beaches, good facilities and an 18 hole golf course. Of the beaches, the main one is Playa de las Cucharas, this super beach is sandy and crescent shaped, and is lapped by the clear, warm waters of the Atlantic Ocean. The most popular beach for families is Bastian Beach, while the more exposed Famara beach benefits from perfect weather conditions for surfers and windsurfers. The remaining two beaches are smaller and called Playa Ensenada and Playa Jabillo. If the kids get bored with the beach you can always take them to the local water park or maybe to Rancho Texas, further down the coast at Puerto del Carmen. A good base for touring the rest of Lanzarote, Costa Teguise is perfectly located, just 12 miles from the airport. Costa Teguise enjoys a typical Lanzarote climate, with sunny weather right through the year, making it a popular all year round resort. With lots of hotels and plenty of self-catering apartments and villas, there is no shortage of accommodation in the resort.
2011/03/22
Cala Blanca Map
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Cala Blanca Map: Above you can view and use this interactive map of Cala Blanca, a pretty coastal resort in the west of Menorca in the Spanish Balearic Islands. The various navigation buttons allow you to pan, zoom in or out, and view this Cala Blanca map in terrain and satellite patterns.
Cala Blanca Menorca
A laid-back resort on the west coast of Menorca, Cala Blanca surrounds a small, attractive cove and beautiful sandy beach, peppered with shady pine trees. The lovely sandy beach is composed of fine golden sand and is lapped by the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean Sea, wonderful for bathing and water sports, with several bars and restaurants for lunch time and evening drinks and entertainment, looking out over the bay. Cala Blanca has a pedestrianised shopping centre, with souvenir shops, cafes and mini-market. The resort is beside a couple of other pretty areas such as Cala Santandria, almost connected to Cala Blanca, a short drive away is the ancient town and port of Ciutadella, the second largest town in Menorca (also called Minorca) with its pretty harbour, interesting history and traditional architecture. Ideal for toruing the western areas of Menorca, Cala Blanca will prove to be a good base for your holiday on the island, hire a car and get yourself out and about, especially when the weather is not suitable for the beach.
Perranporth St Piran Play
One of Cornwall’s most popular annual events is the St Piran Play, which is held every year in Perranporth on the north coast of the county. The town gets its name from this famous Saint, who is credited with the accidental invention of tin smelting, when silver liquid poured from a black stone, thrown on a fire. Now recognised as the patron Saint of Cornwall, St Piran arrived in Perranporth from Ireland during the sixth century, the local St Piran Beach, was of course, where he supposedly landed. Well worth a visit if you are in the Perranporth area during March, the St Piran Festival and the St Piran Play attract hundreds of visitors to the town. The play takes place annually on the Friday closest to 5th March.
2011/03/21
Dawlish and Dawlish Warren Devon
A wonderful place for a holiday, Dawlish in Devon, England, boasts miles of beautiful sandy beaches, and adventure centre, a pretty harbour, superb cliff walks, a nature reserve (at nearby Dawlish Warren), a golf course (also at Dawlish Warren), a terrific local museum (the Dawlish Museum), and many other splendid attractions which will keep you and the kids amused during your stay there. Many visitors, of course, head for the beach, especially when the weather is sunny, it is a great place to relax and unwind, maybe you could take a dip in the sea or try your hand at surfing, when the breakers allow. There is plenty of holiday accommodation in Dawlish and at Dawlish Warren there are numerous holiday parks and caravan parks, where self.-catering is the order of the day. In the town itself you might stay at the Langstone Cliff Inn or one of the local guest houses, where you can get bed and breakfast accommodation. Whatever the purpose of your visit, business or leisure, you will surely have an enjoyable time at the Devon town of Dawlish.
2011/03/20
Perranporth Cornwall
A popular Cornish seaside town, located on the counties north coast, Perranporth is perhaps best known for its long sandy beach and its surfing. Popular for holidays and short breaks, Perranporth is a great base for visiting many of the top attractions in Cornwall, even the Eden Project is only a forty minute drive away. Named after Saint Piran (the patron saint of Cornwall), Perranporth is in an area that was once important for the production of tin, and it was Saint Piran who supposedly, accidentally, discovered the process of smelting tin. A good month to visit Perranporth is March, when the Festival of Saint Piran takes place, and also the Saint Piran Play is performed. The 3 mile long beach is a super spot, especially when the weather is warm, when the sea is rough the surfers appear. The town is also well known for its excellent golf course, the Perranporth Golf Club, an attractive par 72 links course, with spectacular views.
2011/03/18
Weymouth Dorset Facts
Here are some facts and figures about the Dorset town of Weymouth, a well known seaside resort on the south coast of England, United Kingdom. The population of Weymouth, Dorset is 52,950, the distance from London is approximately 120 miles, the postcode for Weymouth is DT3 and DT4, the telephone dialling code for Weymouth is 01305, the district is called Weymouth and Portland, the location of the town is south-west England, the town originally developed around Weymouth Harbour, in the area now known as Wyke Regis, the Ordnance Survey grid reference for Weymouth is SY6779, it is at the mouth of the River Wey which rises in nearby Upwey, Weymouth is 8 miles from Dorchester, Weymouth is the largest town in this part of Dorset, though it is not the capital, an honour which falls to Dorchester. Weymouth weather conditions are temperate with an average annual mean temperature of 11° Centigrade. There are plenty of hotels in Weymouth, also a number of caravan parks, holiday parks and self-catering cottages and flats.
2011/03/16
Lowestoft Beaches Suffolk
The Suffolk coastal town of Lowestoft is perhaps best known for its harbour and its fishing industry, however it is also a popular holiday destination with some fine sandy beaches on which to spend some lazy days whilst visiting the area. Lowestoft in fact has 3 beaches, and the popular South Beach even holds Blue Flag status for cleanliness and safety. The South Beach is in fact the main tourist beach for Lowestoft, and the promenade and seafront have been much refurbished in recent years. Events are organised on the beach, and when the weather is fine, it can get pretty busy. North of Claremont is another superb beach with beach huts which are always in great demand, this beach attracts both local visitors and holidaymakers, the Lifeguard Station overlooks this beach. The other major beach of Lowestoft is Victoria Beach, again very popular with locals and visitors. Head up the coast about three miles and you will come to Corton village, here another fine beach is waiting for your deckchair, head even further and you will come to Great Yarmouth, with miles of sandy beaches to enjoy.
2011/03/04
Minehead a Brief History
The popular Somerset seaside town of Minehead has a surprisingly long history with Bronze Age barrows being found at nearby Selworthy Beacon, further evidence of an Iron Age settlement to the west of the town, show that it has been inhabited for thousands of years. The first recorded name of the town was Mynedd, and various other versions have been used over the years, all relating to the meaning mountain or hill. Recorded in the Domesday Book in 1086, the manor of Minehead was listed as belonging to William de Moyon of Dunster. The port was established by the year 1380, and it developed over the years as a significant harbour, only falling into decline in the 20th century, in Elizabeth I reign it even had its own Port Officer. In the 18th century trade took place between Minehead, Ireland, South Wales and Bristol. The SS Pelican ran aground in bad weather in Minehead Bay in 1928, the town took on a number of evacuees during the Second World War, the nearby Exmoor National Park was made into a National Park in 1954, and Butlins Holiday Camp opened in 1962.
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