Whether it is a weekend break or family holiday you are after, or a tour on nature and wildlife, outdoor activities, shopping trips, luxury spa breaks, romantic ideas and lots more ... England awaits you and you never know what lies around the next corner!

If you are looking for an exhilarating weekend break, England's cities are buzzing every day of the week and at every hour! From unique to chic, jawdropping architecture to boutique shopping, luxurious accommodation and delicious dining. You'll find plenty of exciting destinations here to inspire you including best city sights and attractions, as well as secrets away from the tourist traps for your very own 'insider's guide' to England!

England's landscapes are so varied that you are never far from a wide range of outdoor activities, wildlife and inspiring natural beauty. You will find some inspirational ideas and tips for enjoying England's spectacular coast and countryside.

Whether your inclination is to explore the great outdoors on two legs or two wheels, England's unique variety of landscapes means you do not have to have travel far to make the most of its walking and cycling routes.

There is more to England's wildlife population than meets the eye. From the wetlands of Wiltshire and Devon, the coastal reserves of Lincolnshire and Northumberland to wildlife sanctuaries and parks such as Longleat and Knowsley.

England is known throughout the world for its rich and colourful history. Places, people, buildings, monuments, myths and legends all come together to tell us stories that fascinate and inspire. They provide vital clues about the past and are therefore vital to the present and future. Get out there, discover historic England!

Reflecting an intriguing and often turbulent past, England's endlessly fascinating history is brought to life wherever you look, in its buildings, ruins and carvings, cities and towns, and throughout its remarkable landscape.

Whether you enjoy music festivals in one of England's world leading concert halls, watching the latest West End theatre or visiting flower shows in the English countryside - England is the right place!

There are some superb events and activities taking place in England throughout the year: from classic sporting events such as Wimbledon, the FA Cup Final, Ascot and the Grand National, to the peculiarly English.

Over the years Englands unique variety of landscapes and locations has provided a rich palette of backdrops for the world's filmmakers and literary greats. From costume dramas set on the Yorkshire moors and Dickensian classics in the cobbled backstreets of London to the contemporary rom coms of Richard Curtis and the majestic backdrop of Harry Potter's Hogwarts, its versatility is unmatched.

We all have to eat and today this can be a very diverse and exciting experience in England. The dining out scene has changed beyond all recognition in recent years with thousands of restaurants, pubs, gastropubs and hotels catering more and more for every pocket, taste and need. England is also known for some great food traditions including afternoon tea, fish and chips and, of course, the great English breakfast. There are many different versions of the English breakfast that make it all the more fun as you travel around the country.

Discover the difference between a pint of stout and a pint of bitter and where best to sample delicious ales. For those palettes that require a lighter touch, enter a world of apples, orchards and discover the difference between Somerset and Herefordshire cider.

Find out more about England's surprising number of vineyards in Gloucestershire, Cornwall and Surrey and its thriving wine industry from Sharpham in Devon to Biddenden in Kent.