History & Heritage

England is rich in history and heritage, and the South East is no exception to this.

Hastings and 1066 Country is just one of the areas in the South East famed for its history. The battlefield on which England’s liberty was lost on that fateful October day is still open to the public as is the Abbey that was erected by William the Conqueror to honour his victory.

Step back in time with a visit to the cathedral city of Rochester and see the buildings that were an inspiration to Charles Dickens and featured in his works. Rochester is also home to Englands second oldest cathedral and Rochester castle, with the tallest Norman keep in the country.

A visit to Portsmouth isn’t complete without seeing Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, an exciting journey through 500 years of maritime history. Home to the world famous HMS Victory, HMS Warrior 1860 and Henry VIII's Mary Rose.

If it’s grand history you’re after, a trip to one of the many National Trust properties across the region is a must, from Chartwell, the former home of Winston Churchill, to Petworth House, home of the Trusts finest collection of pictures and sculptures

Take a trip to historic Oxford and get submersed in the heritage which fills the city. If it’s your first time in Oxford, then why not join one of the many tours of the city to make sure that you don’t miss a thing.