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2 days ago · 12. WAKEFIELD ARMED FORCES DAY. June 15 - 16 - Wakefield Armed Forces Day is a day of celebration! Head to Pontefract Park for an opportunity for the people of the Wakefield District to come together to say a big thank you to our military personnel and their families, along with our Veterans and Cadet Forces. Expect a Battle of Britain Memorial ...
5 days ago · There are so many amazing places to visit in the North of England! Some of the country’s largest cities call the region home, while cute English villages dot vast areas of picturesque countryside. When it comes to scenery, there are no shortage of epic views to be found.
22 hours ago · The beautiful 30-acre estate provides a colourful and scented oasis surrounding a Georgian manor house and Victorian stables. Highlights include the Walled Garden, historical gardens and the National Gardening Centre which features an array of show and special interest gardens. Groups of 20 or more qualify for a discounted rate.
4 days ago · In 1279 a visitation of the Cluniac houses was made, and on 18 September the Abbot of Cluny and others came to the priory at Pontefract. At that time the brothers numbered twenty-seven, including the prior. It was found that the monks were leading good lives, that the daily offices were duly performed, the buildings in a good state of repair ...
1 day ago · 3. London Transport Museum. Learn about 200 years of history of transportation in London at the London Transport Museum. On display, you'll see things like iconic red double-decker busses, steam locomotives, 1930s London Underground rail cars and even a bus that was pulled by horses.
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22 hours ago · Loch Eriboll and Ard Neackie Lime Kilns. One of our absolute favourite viewpoints along the NC500 was looking out over the Ard Neackie Lime Kilns at Loch Eriboll. This sea loch is about 10 mile long and 1 mile wide, with Ard Neackie located on the east shore. Ard Neackie is connected to the land by sand and shingle.
