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Lonely Planet England

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Lonely Planet England serves as your ultimate guide to exploring the diverse landscapes, historical landmarks, and cultural gems of England. This travel guide provides insights into must-see destinations, local tips, and practical information to help plan your journey through cities, countryside, and coastal areas. With expert recommendations on where to eat, stay, and explore, it caters to both first-time visitors and seasoned travellers seeking new adventures.
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You might enjoy this book if you're planning to explore England and are seeking detailed insights into its diverse regions, vibrant cities, and historical landmarks. It offers practical travel tips and recommendations on accommodations, dining, and cultural attractions, making it an ideal companion for both first-time visitors and seasoned travellers.

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Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan a multi-week adventure to England. Surf at Newquay's famous Fistral Beach, spot a Banksy in Bristol, eat fish and chips in Whitby, with our classic travel guide that's packed with comprehensive itineraries, maps, and essential tips so you can create the trip of a lifetime.

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Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to England.

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from climbing the mighty Scafell Pike in the Lake District, to punting past exquisite architecture in Cambridge, and digging into platters of fresh seafood on the North Norfolk Coast.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's England travel guide:

  • Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips.
  • Updated with an all-new structure and design so you can navigate England and connect experiences together with ease.
  • Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions.
  • Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Stonehenge, Buckingham Palace, Salisbury Cathedral, and Barber Institute of Fine Arts.
  • Special features on England’s fantastic festivals, landscapes of the north, and The West End.
  • Expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more.
  • Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, making the most of your time and money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, accessibility, and responsible travel.
  • Connect with English culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions.
  • Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull-out map of London.
  • Covers: London; Canterbury & the Southeast; Oxford, the Cotswolds & the Thames Valley; Bristol, Bath & Southwest England; Devon & Cornwall; Cambridge & East Anglia; Birmingham & the Midlands; Yorkshire; Manchester, Liverpool & Northwest England; The Lakes, Cumbria & the Northeast.

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's England.

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ISBN: 9781838693527

Publisher: Lonely Planet Global Limited

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 July 2023

Country: Ireland

Imprint: Lonely Planet Global Limited

Edition: 12th edition

Illustration: 100 Maps

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 509g

Pages: 624

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    With a foreword by Tim Harford Which nations have North Korean embassies? Which region has the highest number of death metal bands per capita? How many countries have bigger economies than California? Who drives on the 'wrong' side of the road? And where can you find lions in the wild? Revelatory, thought-provoking and fun, Brilliant Maps is a unique atlas...
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Service & Delivery

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Auckland Bookstore

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Our Gifting Service

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