Monday, September 29, 2008

Top Counties in England - Bedfordshire

Hye all...Do you Know what is the traditional nick name of the people from Bedfordshire!! It is "Bedfordshire Bulldogs" or "Clangers", this last deriving from a local dish comprising a suet crust dumpling filled with meat or jam or both! sounds great rite!!

Well..This county has many interesting things to do and attractions to visit...It is a county in England that forms part of the East of England region and the county motto is "Constant Be", which is taken from the hymn To Be A Pilgrim by John Bunyan. It was historically divided into the nine hundreds: Barford, Biggleswade, Clifton, Flitt, Manshead, Redbournestoke, Stodden, Willey, Wixamtree, along with the liberty and borough of Bedford.

The southern end of the county is part of the chalk ridge known as the Chiltern Hills. Most of Bedfordshire's rocks are clays and sandstones from the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods, with some limestone.

: Top Attractions in Bedfordshire:


Bedford Museum: It Reflect the human and natural history of Bedford and the surrounding area. It is located within the picturesque gardens of Bedford Castle mound, beside the Great House Embankment. While visiting Bedford Museum you can also find Cecil Higgins Gallery and John Bunyan Museum.

Tuesday - Saturday: 11am - 5pm (last entry 4.45pm)
Sunday and Bank Holiday Mondays: 2 - 5pm (last entry 4.45pm)

Bedford Castle: Bedford Castle Mound is the remnant of a castle in Bedford, England. It was the seat of the Barony of Bedford. This fortress was destroyed by the Danes. William II of England gave the barony of Bedford to Paine de Beauchamp, who built a new, very strong castle.


Dunstable Downs Panorama


Dunstable Downs: These are 'Site of Special Scientific Interest' which are part of the Chiltern Hills, in southern Bedfordshire, England. The downs are used by gliders, kite fliers, hang gliders and paragliders in the area because of their height. You can find The Chilterns Gateway Centre built by The National Trust, on the very top of Dunstable Downs.

Bedford Blues:- Bedford Blues is a rugby club in the town of Bedford, England, currently playing in National Division One, which is the second tier of English rugby union.

Whipsnade Zoo


Whipsnade Zoo: ZSL Whipsnade Zoo is a zoo located at Whipsnade, near Dunstable in Bedfordshire, England. It is owned by the Zoological Society of London Animal shows take place daily where the animals are the stars and these include Sea lion splash, Birds of the world and Elephantastic. The Discovery centre at ZSL Whipsnade Zoo acts as a Reptile House, Primate House and Insect house. It houses crocodiles, leaf-cutter ants, small primates, and other reptiles and insects.

You can check many other attractions and beautiful places to explore in Bedfordshire. I am sure you will enjoy your weekend holiday in this great place. Thinking about your Accommodation in Bedfordshire then I can suggest Discount Bedfordshire Hotels with all types of hotel facilities and Luxury Hotels and Castle Hotels

When you plan for your trip to bedfordshire with your family and friends, check with these great hotel deals..

thnks
John

Thursday, September 18, 2008

South Bank- Cultural heart of London city

Hye all....joh again...I found South Bank much interesting as it boast many attarctions...have a look at this beautiful area of London...


South Bank is the cultural heart of the Beautiful London city and home to London’s most beautiful attractions, theatres and free events, music, film, exhibitions, dance and much more!! You can find many famous attractions to explore the area that houses a number of important cultural buildings.

South Bank is the area in London located on the southern bank of the River Thames. It stretches 2 square miles along the shores of the River Thames. South Bank is a stunning riverside stretched centrally located minutes from Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden and The Houses of Parliament. The National Theatre is one of the best collections of arts buildings in the area and adjacent to the National Theatre is the distinctive white tower of the London Weekend Television building, where the long-running television Arts programme ‘The South Bank Show’ is produced..

-:London Eye:-

London Eye - South Bank, London

London Eye is the world famous attraction located at the western end of Jubilee Gardens, on the South Bank of the River Thames in London. It the most popular paid tourist attraction in the United Kingdom, visited by over 3 million people a year. It also known as the Millennium Wheel and is the tallest Ferris wheel in Europe. know more information from here..

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Royal Festival Hall - South BankRoyal Festival Hall: Royal Festival Hall is one of the leading performance venues in the world. It is located at the heart of Southbank Centre complex. This grand Royal festival hall consists of The Clore Ballroom, Southbank Centre Shop and the Saison Poetry Library and for sure you can find some best Food!! The closest tube stations are Waterloo and Embankment.

The Queen Elizabeth Hall: The Queen Elizabeth Hall is the second largest concert hall on Southbank Centre site. It also contains two smaller venues, the Purcell Room and The Front Room. It is a music venue on the South Bank that hosts daily classical, jazz, and avant-garde music and dance performances. Music lovers should watch a show here....Opening timings follows ...5-10.30 pm weekdays and 2pm-10.30pm weekends

South Bank was made for long lazy afternoons and evenings...after visiting the this area you will be ralaxed as it offers smthing for everyone, a bit different i must say..By the well served trasport you need not take much trouble i guess and it is a perfect place to explore on Foot too..is it not great..

What all you have to do is plan your trip to enjoy the atmosphere of this buzzing South Bank..If you are thinking about accommodation in South bank...there are many stylish hotel bars, family-friendly cafes and funky places to grab a quick bite or late night drink.

Have a great time....cheers..
John

Monday, September 15, 2008

London Royal Parks

hye all....here John again.......:)
Well...in last post we have discussed about Art Galleries in London and i m sure exploring London can’t be completed without taking break in The Pleasant London Royal Parks. London has 8 Royal Parks that stretch across 5,000 acres and combine rich cultural heritage with immense green expanses.

~:London Royal Parks:~

Richmond Park - London

Richmond Park: It is the largest of the Royal Parks standing at almost 2,500 acres and was recently named London's much loved picnic spot for the second year running and you know what..? Richmond Park Open Day is on September 21. It will be a great day out for all the family. While planning your weekend break or mid week break visit some near by attractions like Kew Gardens and Ham House.

Bushy Park: Bushy Park is the second largest of the Royal Parks of London. The woodland garden is on a much more cherished scale, with secluded walks and glades, it is a haven for a variety of wildlife. Hampton Court Palace and Kempton Park Racecourse are the near by attractions which is worth watch!!

Green Park - London


Green Park: The Green Park is famous for its mature trees and open grassland covering an area of about 53 acres lies between London's Hyde Park and St. James's Park. - if you need a rest from the rush of London life, this park is for you. Buckingham Palace and St James's Palace is within easy reach!

Greenwich Park: Greenwich Park is a former hunting park in Greenwich and one of the largest single green spaces in south east London. Many historic buildings are actually in the park, including the Old Royal Observatory, the Royal Naval College, the National Maritime Museum and the Queen's House

Hyde Park: Hyde Park is famous for its Speakers' Corner. If you visit on a weekend preferably on Sunday, you will find speakers delivering their views with passion and gusto and it also hosts many events in the summer months. Nearby attractions are Science Museum and Oxford Street.

Kensington Gardens: Kensington Gardens lies immediately to the west of Hyde Park. The open spaces of Kensington Gardens, Hyde Park, Green Park and St. James's Park together form an almost continuous "green lung" in the heart of London between Kensington and Westminster. You can also visit Royal Albert Hall and Natural History Museum which are very close to the gardens!

The Regent's Park - London

The Regent's Park: The 487 acre Regent's Park is mainly open parkland which supports a wide range of facilities including gardens, a lake with a heronry, waterfowl and a boating area, sports pitches, and children's playgrounds. Herons nest on the lake and many other birds and waterfowl can be seen. The Park is also home to London Zoo. London Planetarium and Madame Tussaud's are famous attractions near to this park.

St James's Park - variety of bird life

St James's Park: St James's Park is at the very heart of London. It has a small lake, St. James's Park Lake, with two islands, Duck Island that named for the lake's collection of waterfowl, and West Island. Don’t forget to vist the near by famous attractions London Eye and National Portrait Gallery The closest London Underground stations are St. James's Park, Victoria, and Westminster.

What's more, many of our main hotels in London are located in close proximity to the parks mentioned!! All you have to do is plan your trip and choose your type of Hotel Accommodation. All types of Hotels, Bed and Breakfasts are available here.

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So on when you plan your next trip to London you can make the most the city's natural environment.....

I hope my posts are interesting...if you feel that i shud add more..pls leave me comment....i m waiting to here from you...

thnks...john...:)

Tuesday, September 9, 2008

Top Museums in London

Hye all..
Now I am going to give you the list of Top Museums and Parks in London….and some other information regarding Cheap Accommodation Hotels near top attractions in London.



~:Museums in London:~

The British Museum- Hotels and Accommodations


The British Museum:It is situated north of Covent Garden, on Great Russell Street, and just east of Oxford Street's main shopping drag. Dont forget to visit the Reading Room...its just awesome!! Admission is free for all and open every day 10.00-17.30(late open on Thurs day and friday).
know more about the Museum and its other features from its official website

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Natural History Museum- Budget Hotels and Accommodations

Natural History Museum:It is one of 3 large museums on Exhibition Road, South Kensington, London.others are the Science Museum, and the Victoria and Albert Museum. The museum is a world-renowned centre of research, specialising in taxonomy, identification and conservation. Entry is free for all. Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 17:50. open every day except 24-26 December.Know more about the Museum and its exhibitions here

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Imperial War Museum- Budget Hotels, Accommodations Imperial War Museum : It is a museum in London, England featuring military vehicles, weapons, war memorabilia, an extensive library open to the public Monday to Saturday and entry is free. Know more about the Museum and its exhibitions

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Science Museum- Cheap Hotels and AccommodationsScience Museum: The Science Museum on Exhibition Road, South Kensington, London. It is a major tourist attraction in London. One of the most popular galleries in the museum is the interactive Launchpad gallery. Museum is available for visitors for 7 days a week from 10.00 to 18.00 except 24 to 26 December and entry is free..To know more Visit official site

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Victoria and Albert Museum-Hotels and B&B AccommodationsVictoria and Albert Museum: Victoria and Albert Museum in London is the world's largest museum of decorative arts and design, housing a permanent collection of over 4.5 million objects.

Visit official site -> Museum Opening Hours:10.00 to 17.45 daily -10.00 to 22.00 Fridays (selected galleries remain open after 18.00. ) -> Closed 24, 25 & 26 December.

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