Taking a road trip? Discover the English Heritage gems en route

Chances are, lots of us will be making trips over the next few months whether it be for days out or a UK staycation.

If you want to make the most of the journey to your destination, finding a place of interest will not just break up the drive, it could be informative, too. English Heritage has sites and events taking place up and down the country so there's likely to be a scenic stop-off on the way.

Some of the charity's historic sites are near main roads and motorways so they make an excellent alternative to busy and congested service stations! With an offer to save 25 per cent on gift and annual memberships, simply click here to link to English Heritage's website.[1] Here's a taste of some of the key English Heritage places to visit around the country.

London, East of England and South East Audley End House and Garden can be accessed from the M11 and is one of England's finest country houses. Perfect for walks and exploring... finish off your visit with a treat in the cafe!

Also check out: Dover Castle, Home of Charles Darwin - Down House, Wrest Park, Lullingstone Roman Villa. Find out the places to visit in London, East of England and the South East here[2] South West Stonehenge is 10 miles from Salisbury on the A360 and the iconic site is definitely worth a detour.

It's open every day except Christmas day. Also check out: Restormel Castle, Okehampton Castle. See English Heritage's South West places here[3] West Midlands and Cheshire

Kenilworth Castle is just off the A46, 12 miles from the M40 via Warwick Bypass. Stretch your legs with a climb to the very top of Leicester's Tower and recharge your batteries in the tearoom in the old stables. Also check out: Beeston Castle, Hailes Abbey, Goodrich Castle, Witley Court. West Midlands and Cheshire English Heritage sites here[4]

North East and Yorkshire Located just three miles from the M1, Bolsover Castle never fails to impress. Once you've explored the castle, gardens and riding school, relax in the cafe before taking your onward journey.

Children will love the outdoor play area too! Also check out: Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens, Brodsworth Hall, Thornton Abbey and Gatehouse, Conisburgh Castle. English Heritage's North East and Yorkshire sites can be seen on the website here[5] We've teamed up with English Heritage to offer 25 per cent off gift and annual memberships.

English Heritage membership allows every member to take up to six children under the age of 18 within the family group into any of the English Heritage properties at no extra charge. Want to find out more? Simply click here! (Join English Heritage | English Heritage[6])

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References

1. ^ simply click here to link to English Heritage's website. (www.english-heritage.org.uk)
2. ^ Find out the places to visit in London, East of England and the South East here (www.english-heritage.org.uk)
3. ^ See English Heritage's South West places here (www.english-heritage.org.uk)
4. ^ West Midlands and Cheshire English Heritage sites here (www.english-heritage.org.uk)
5. ^ English Heritage's North East and Yorkshire sites can be seen on the website here (www.english-heritage.org.uk)
6. ^ Join English Heritage | English Heritage (www.english-heritage.org.uk)