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From Stars and Stripes to Castles and Countryside: Explore South East England

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Trade in the familiar embrace of Stars and Stripes for the allure of historic castles and beautiful countryside with a visit to South East England.

Delve into the characters and stories that surround the centuries-old castles that once defended England's shores. Wander the miles of footpaths and bridleways that criss-cross the beautiful South East countryside and discover ancient forests, luscious vineyards and wonderful country parks. Journey through awe-inspiring seascapes and lose yourself in the charm of seaside towns and cities, each with its own distinct personality waiting to be discovered.

South East England is a tapestry of discoveries, and we look forward to working with you to welcome your guests on their next adventure.

Get the best of both worlds when you visit Portsmouth - the UK's only island city - where you can take in all the events and attractions you'd expect at a city, yet never being far from the water's edge.

There's Gunwharf Quays for waterfront outlet shopping, Spinnaker Tower with amazing views, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, detailing 500 years of naval history and The D-Day Story and associated 80th anniversary events in 2024.

White Cliffs Country, home to the towns of Deal, Dover and Sandwich and surrounding villages are connected by idyllic countryside and dramatic coastline. 

With its unmissable landmark Castle, the town of Dover and iconic White Cliffs are truly world-famous. Along the coast, the maritime town of Deal is full of character, with independent shops, bars and cafes and a beautiful seafront. 

Once a bustling and prosperous port, Sandwich is said to be one of the most well-preserved medieval towns in Britain and home of the humble sandwich! 

Easily accessible from London for a day or longer, don’t miss 1066 Country, Sussex.

Begin in historic Battle, where the echoes of the famous Battle of Hastings 1066 resonate at the iconic Battle Abbey and Battlefield.

Continue your adventure in romantic, medieval Rye, beginning at the Rye Heritage Centre and Henry James’ residence, Lamb House. For retro charm, head to Bexhill, the birthplace of British motor racing.

Don’t miss Bateman’s - Rudyard Kipling’s home and explore our gardens and vineyards as an ‘extra’ to the RHS London flower shows. 

For a beautiful, unique and historic destination look no further than Windsor. Crowned by stunning Windsor Castle – the largest and oldest inhabited castle in the world and an official residence of His Majesty The King – and linked by the beautiful River Thames, there is a rich mix of history, culture, heritage and fun which makes it a 'must see' for everyone's list.

Close to Heathrow Airport and the capital, this is 'London’s country estate': the perfect place from which to enjoy the city and the countryside.

After a day exploring the heritage city of Winchester, settle down for a 5 star stay at Lainston House.

A luxurious country hotel atop a long avenue of lime trees, this historic house dates to the 17th century with the foundations showing an earlier building dating back to medieval times. There’s adventure waiting in the wings – from trips out to surrounding vineyards, walking trails, to getting adventurous in the kitchen with their cookery school, Season.

London Gatwick Airport is the gateway to South East England and has the best train connections of any airport in Britain. The airport connects passengers to 120 train stations directly and over 700 within just one change.

 

The train station can be found at the South Terminal, just a five minutes walk from both departures and arrivals. It is easily accessible from the North Terminal too with the free shuttle service taking just two minutes.

Fly direct from over 10 US gateways including New York, Boston, Tampa, Orlando, Miami, Los Angeles and Las Vegas with airline partners British Airways, JetBlue, Delta Air Lines, Norse Atlantic Airways & TUI and discover the beautiful South East.

We’re thrilled to announce a new, creative collaboration between Whitchurch Silk Mill and Jane Austen’s House. With just 30 miles between them, pre-booked groups can spend a day exploring Hampshire and soak up the rich heritage from both historical locations.

During this creative collaboration we have designed and will produce silk ribbons inspired by the house Jane Austen lived in. During 2024, there’s the chance to see the silk ribbons in production at the Mill.

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