England’s ancient capital is a city steeped in history, offering rich pickings for visitors looking to uncover Britain’s past, including a world-famous Cathedral. Great for shopping with independent boutiques, gift shops and a host of restaurants and cafes.

Despite its modest proportions, Alresford offers a surprising number of eateries – choose from a fine selection of old-fashioned pubs, smart bistros and traditional tea rooms. The Mid Hants Railway, known locally as the Watercress Line, can be found here too.

Salisbury is a medieval cathedral city in the southern English county of Wiltshire. It’s 9 miles south of the iconic prehistoric stone circle at Stonehenge, which stands on the grassland of Salisbury Plain. The city’s ornate 13th-century cathedral has a 123m spire, a working 14th-century clock and an original copy of the Magna Carta.