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St Mary's Church, Shrewsbury

Ancient church with world famous stained glass
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Religious Buildings
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The spire of St Mary’s is one of the tallest in England and for over 500 years it has dominated the skyline of Shrewsbury's old town. In 1739, showman Robert Cadman attempted to slide from it, head first, using a rope and a grooved breastplate. His engraved obituary stands outside the west door. The church is now the only complete Medieval church in Shrewsbury. It dates from Saxon times and has beautiful additions from the 12th-century onwards. Inside, the atmosphere is peaceful with the soaring stone arches giving way to the church's great treasure - its stained glass.

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Battle Abbey & Battlefield

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Battlefield / Military
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For a memorable day out in Sussex explore Battle Abbey and Battlefield, the site of the 1066 Battle of Hastings. Discover more about the most famous date in English history while walking in the steps of King Harold and William the Conqueror.

An engaging visitor centre features CGI film and interactive displays that tell the story of the great battle and paint a vivid picture of England at the time of the conquest. The audio tour as you walk the battlefield brings the momentous day to life which changed England’s history forever.

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Magic Alley, the Creaky Cauldron and the Museum of Wizardology

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Museums
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Welcome to the truly enchanting and magical world of the Creaky Cauldron, where every hour is the witching hour, but you don't need to be a card carrying witch to join in the fun!

Nestled in the centre of Stratford upon Avon, just yards from William Shakespeare's birthplace, you'll find us - a spooky, thrilling and unforgetable experience for the whole family. Whether it's Easter, Halloween, Christmas or just a boring Monday afternoon, let your imagination run riot as you step into another world!

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Torre Abbey

Visit our amazing museums in the midst of the stunning English Riviera, a UNESCO Global Geopark
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Religious Buildings
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Since its foundation in 1196, Torre Abbey has witnessed, survived and even played a role in some epic moments of history. It's one of the best buildings in the country for the story of Catholicism.

A historic house brought to life with a clever mix of authentic artefacts with hi-tech interpretation. From talking portraits and statues to interactive displays and one of the largest fine art collections in the South West, there really is something for everyone. 

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Wells Cathedral

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Religious Buildings
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An educational trip to Wells Cathedral will inform and inspire. Enhance your pupils understanding of special places, inspirational buildings, historical events and Christian theology by bringing your pupils to Wells Cathedral.

A Programmed Day

Using the beautiful oak-framed Education Suite as your base, a programmed day incorporates a guided tour, a choice of themed activities and reflection. Tailored to suit Early Years through to Sixth Form.

Guided Tour

Our trained guides take you on a general or topic specific tour.

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St Peter's Church, Barton-upon-Humber

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Religious Buildings
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This fascinating tourist attraction is home to over 2,800 burials dating from Anglo-Saxon to Victorian times. Located in North Lincolnshire, St Peter’s Church is both an archaeological and architectural treasure trove waiting for you to discover.

Visit the interactive exhibition Buried Lives and discover everything you need to know about medieval disease and diet, and medical and burial practices discovered here. To complete you action packed family day out visit nearby Thornton Abbey and Gatehouse. 

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Waverley Abbey

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Religious Buildings
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Fragments of the church and monastic buildings of the first Cistercian abbey in England, founded in 1128.

The ruins of Waverley Abbey are situated in a peaceful loop of the River Wey, and still give an impression of the solitude experienced by the monks who founded a monastery here almost 900 years ago. 

The monastery at Waverley was founded by William Gifford, Bishop of Winchester, in 1128. It was colonised with 12 monks and an abbot from Aumone in France. By 1187 there were 70 monks and 120 lay brothers in residence.  

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Glastonbury Tor

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Historic Buildings & Monuments
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Prominent hill overlooking the Isle of Avalon, Glastonbury and Somerset

This iconic and evocative landmark offers magnificent views of the Somerset Levels, Dorset, Wiltshire and Wales.

Steeped in history and legend, excavations at the top of the Tor have revealed the plans of two superimposed churches of St Michael, of which only a 15th-century tower remains.

Glastonbury Tor also has a grisly past. Abbot Richard Whiting was executed here in 1549 on the orders of Thomas Cromwell, the first Earl of Essex.

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St David's Cathedral

A centre of learning offering education in a number of different ways
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Religious Buildings
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We have an Education and Pilgrimage centre, Ty'r Pererin, which was officially opened on 4 March 2013. Click here for more information about the new centre.

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Galway Cathedral

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Religious Buildings
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Galway Cathedral is the seat of the Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Galway, Kilmacduagh & Kilfenora. The word "cathedral" is derived from the Greek "kathedra", meaning a seat; and indeed this seat is to be found within the sanctuary of the Cathedral.

The Cathedral of Galway was dedicated on 15 August 1965, and as such is the youngest of Europe's great stone cathedrals. it is dedicated to Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and Saint Nicholas.

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