Take a break from the big city.
Thankfully, all of this and more lies within easy reach of the capital.
Another major draw is the towns oysters.
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Expect live music, markets selling local wares, and stellar wines.
Though Margate is on the gusty side, theTurner Contemporarygallery will keep you shielded from all the elements.
For those seeking an adrenaline rush, the retro theme park and roller-discoDreamlandis well worth the admission price.
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It’s just an hour’s drive west of London.
Plus, there are plenty of restaurants serving top-notch seafood lunches and scrumptious lobster pots.
It’s close to one of theU.K.s best beaches, picturesque Camber Sands.
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Tip: bring a fancy picnic basket.
If you have more time to spare, take a cab to the nearby village of Rodmell.
Spectacular views over the South Downs.
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The beauty of Europe is its excellent and efficient train web connection.
A.A. Milne lived near the 6,500-acre woodland when he penned the stories of Christopher Robin and his friends.
Next, explore the waterways in a punt, a long, flat-bottomed boat.
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Plus, youll see all the top attractions, fromTrinity Collegeto theBridge of Sighs, along the way.
“It is one of Cambridges most famous and historic college libraries.
The Sunday roast is great, as are all the beers sourced from hops all over the country.
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Its basically England summed up in about eight hours.
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