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North Yorkshire

17 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in North Yorkshire, England

Unusual Attractions in North Yorkshire

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Folklore and Magic of Southern England

Nov 2—Nov 7, 2019

Mythical castles and ancient witchcraft, ecological biomes and fairy-tale forests, sea tractors and flaming tar barrels—all this awaits you on our one-of-a-kind exploration of southern England's historic haunts and eccentric traditions.

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A view of the Castleton Cold War Bunker looking towards the narrow bunk-bed.

Descend Into Great Britain’s Network of Secret Nuclear Bunkers

And meet the determined enthusiast bringing them back to life.
by Kate Ravilious
September 11, 2018
The prehistoric artistic implement.

Found: A Mesolithic Crayon

Ochre red was a popular color choice in prehistoric England.
by Vittoria Traverso
January 30, 2018