Stretching some 60 miles westward to the border of Wiltshire, with Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire to its north, is one of England’s oldest territorial divisions. This historic country offers holidaymakers with picturesque houses and scenic landscapes all waiting to be explored and enjoyed. So, if a holiday is on the horizon, consider this place as your next countryside destination. To give you a prelude of what kind of adventure awaits you in this region, here are the must-see places and must-do activities in Berkshire.
This is the official residence of Her Majesty, the Queen. It is by far the oldest and the largest occupied palace in the whole world with history spanning almost 1000 years. It covers a 5-hectare land, on which standing are the State Apartments of Henry VIII and William III that are furnished with treasures from the Royal Collection, the chapel of St. George (one of England’s most beautiful ecclesiastical buildings), the Doll’s House of Queen Mary that contains amazing miniature items that actually work, and the Drawing Room that features exhibitions annually.
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Things to do: Besides watching the Changing of the Guards daily at 11 a.m., there’s nothing much you can do here except to keep your jaw from dropping with its magnificent displays of fine art and collections. Public visits and special tours for pre-booked groups are allowed with early notice.
The Grape Inventions
While you may not be a wine connoisseur, you are sure to love this place where fine-tasting drinks are made. It is a family-own winery that opens its doors to people who are interested to know more about how fermented alcoholic beverages are made.
Things to do: Get intoxicated for free as wine tasting is available here. Also, prove that the process of making such drinks is not a miracle, nor a rocket science, as you can make your very own vino here.
This is the perfect place for you if you have children in tow! The park is build around the popular construction toys, featuring a number of themed areas, restaurants, and shops. One of its main attractions is the Miniland, which depicts towns and cities from around the world in Lego form. Another is the Land of the Vikings, which attracts both kids and adults alike with its fun and adrenaline-rushing river rapids ride. Of course, not to be missed is the, Imagination Centre where 4D films are shown and where workshops are open to schools during term time.
Things to do: This is the place where you can be the hero of your own adventure! So, join the Viking fleet, fly through treetops, ride the churning rapids, and sign up the whole family for some high-energy fun!
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