Weekend getaways from London

WEEKEND GETAWAYS, ENGLAND Updated : Jan 13, 2015, 01.11 PM IST


While you’re busy taking in the sights of the Brit capital, it’s always nice to pack in a quick getaway while you’re there. Hop aboard one of the many super-speedy trains from King’s Cross station and spend the day (or two) at one of these beautiful destinations a hop-skip-and-jump from London.
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WEEKEND GETAWAYS, LONDON

Greenwich

Located on the river in South West London, leafy Greenwich has all the charm of an old-world village full of boutique shops, eateries and history. The Greenwich Market is the main draw. It hosts an old-fashioned fruit an...more

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WEEKEND GETAWAYS, LONDON

Day trip to Brighton

With its colourful Victorian terraces, infamous pier and quirky boutiques and eateries, Brighton has long been a favourite escape for world-weary Londoners.

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WEEKEND GETAWAYS, OXFORD

Oxford

Although this quaint little city is almost synonymous with the world-famous University, there’s plenty to see and do for visitors. Just 90 km from the city, it’s excellently connected via rail and bus.

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WEEKEND GETAWAYS, STRATFORD-UPON-AVON

Stratford-Upon-Avon

This adorable little town was home to one of literature's greats, Shakespeare. Trains leave at short intervals from Marylebone Station, and although the journey is just over two hours, this is a must-do especially for th...more

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WEEKEND GETAWAYS, SALISBURY

Stonehenge and Salisbury

Although Stonehenge is not much more than a collection of 40-ton rocks dragged to their current position in the middle of nowhere, there’s something mysterious about this structure that warrants a visit.

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WEEKEND GETAWAYS, BATH

Bath

A quick hour and a half outside the capital, Bath has been endowed with UNESCO's world heritage status, and is home to Britain’s only natural hot springs.

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