UK Archives - https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/tag/uk/ Fri, 13 Dec 2024 14:28:00 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 Top UK Villages Every Book Lover Should Visit https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/top-uk-villages-every-book-lover-should-visit/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/top-uk-villages-every-book-lover-should-visit/#respond Fri, 13 Dec 2024 14:28:00 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=14714 There’s something magical about wandering through the quiet streets of a charming UK village. For book lovers, these places offer more than just scenic views—they’re gateways to history, culture, and literary inspiration. Many villages have ties to iconic authors or have inspired the stories we hold dear. Whether you’re seeking...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/top-uk-villages-every-book-lover-should-visit/feed/ 0 Exploring Manchester’s Hidden Gems: From Libraries To Luxury Lounges https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/exploring-manchesters-hidden-gems-from-libraries-to-luxury-lounges/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/exploring-manchesters-hidden-gems-from-libraries-to-luxury-lounges/#respond Tue, 24 Sep 2024 10:22:16 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=14635 Manchester is known for its vibrant culture, historic landmarks, and buzzing music scene, but there’s much more to this northern powerhouse than meets the eye. Beyond the popular tourist spots like Old Trafford and the Northern Quarter, the city hides a variety of lesser-known treasures that locals and savvy travellers...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/exploring-manchesters-hidden-gems-from-libraries-to-luxury-lounges/feed/ 0 UK Road Trips Ideal for Autumn https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/uk-road-trips-ideal-for-autumn/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/uk-road-trips-ideal-for-autumn/#comments Thu, 29 Aug 2024 17:26:37 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=14603 Autumn is a magical time for road trips in the UK, with vibrant colours, crisp air, and quieter routes. As the leaves turn shades of amber and gold, the UK’s countryside becomes the perfect backdrop for a seasonal adventure.  Whether you’re planning a spontaneous weekend getaway or an extended road...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/uk-road-trips-ideal-for-autumn/feed/ 1 Planning the Ultimate UK Road Trip https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/uk-road-trip/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/uk-road-trip/#comments Thu, 15 Aug 2024 09:50:13 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=14568 Embarking on a road trip across the UK is an incredible way to explore the country’s diverse landscapes, rich history, and cultural highlights. Whether you’re planning a short weekend getaway or a longer adventure, careful preparation is key to ensuring a memorable and smooth journey. Choosing Your Route The UK...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/uk-road-trip/feed/ 1 Enjoy the Most Romantic Honeymoon in the Lake District https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/enjoy-the-most-romantic-honeymoon-in-the-lake-district/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/enjoy-the-most-romantic-honeymoon-in-the-lake-district/#respond Fri, 27 Oct 2023 08:28:36 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=13916 Have you ever considered spending a romantic honeymoon in one of the world’s most scenic and beautiful locations? If you and your beau are interested in the idea and looking for options, you are on the right page. A wedding is indeed a very special celebration of life and about...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/enjoy-the-most-romantic-honeymoon-in-the-lake-district/feed/ 0 Literary Destinations: Where to Visit on a Stratford-upon-Avon Staycation https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/literary-destinations-where-to-visit-on-a-stratford-upon-avon-staycation/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/literary-destinations-where-to-visit-on-a-stratford-upon-avon-staycation/#comments Wed, 07 Apr 2021 20:19:50 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=12851 Why all bookworms should visit Stratford-upon-Avon? With its historic, timber-frames houses, this pretty town on the fringes of the Cotswolds, should be on everyone’s radar, especially if you are planning a literary trip. This may only be a small market town, but it may be one of the most famous...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/literary-destinations-where-to-visit-on-a-stratford-upon-avon-staycation/feed/ 3 11 Books to Read before you visit Cambridge https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/11-books-to-read-before-you-visit-cambridge/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/11-books-to-read-before-you-visit-cambridge/#comments Mon, 08 Feb 2021 21:07:14 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=12610 Cambridge, with its strong literary legacy, is the perfect backdrop for those wanting to set a novel amongst the historical buildings that make up this University City. The well-trodden, cobble streets have, for a long time, been the inspiration for many. While the collegiate buildings themselves are natural settings for...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/11-books-to-read-before-you-visit-cambridge/feed/ 2 Cambridge Writers: 23 People Everyone Should be Reading https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/famous-cambridge-writers-everyone-should-be-reading/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/famous-cambridge-writers-everyone-should-be-reading/#respond Mon, 18 Jan 2021 21:55:20 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=12454 Everyone has heard of Cambridge University, it is one of those universities that the most studious amongst us dream of being accepted into. People yearn to be able to wander the historic corridors, arms piled high with books on the way to a lecture by one of the greatest minds...

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