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4 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Shropshire, England

Unusual Attractions in Shropshire

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Legends and Lore of Southern England

Apr 27–May 01, 2020

On our immersive exploration of this historic region, we’ll experience medieval villages, sprawling moors, and Bronze Age ruins, hearing about the enduring tales they’ve inspired.

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Legends and Lore of Southern England
On our immersive exploration of this historic region, we’ll experience medieval villages, sprawling moors, and Bronze Age ruins, hearing about the enduring tales they’ve inspired.
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The oak is visible on the right of this illustration of <em>Argo Navis</em> from <em>Uranographia</em>, by Johannes Hevelius, 1690.

The Lost Constellation Meant to Honor a King’s Escape

The oak tree that sheltered Charles II once had a place in the night sky.
by Jessica Leigh Hester
July 09, 2018