Entertainment

England is world renowned for its fabulous culture and entertainment. Attending performance arts productions in outdoor venues and on castle grounds is a popular summer activity among the locals. And, seeing a play in Shakespeare’s hometown is an absolute must-do while in England.England plays host to the world's leading music artists, opera and ballet and red carpet cinema premieres. Sporting events is another quintessential English activity. From watching English Premier League (soccer) on the television with your mates, to spending an afternoon at the cricket grounds, you will immediately feel a part of the local culture by taking in its love for sport.

Because of the easy access to the countryside and numerous national parks, walking and cycling have become the premier outdoor activities in England. Surfing, rock climbing, mountain biking, and sailing are also growing in popularity. Or, try an even bigger adventure such as the Coast to Coast walk – an 190 mile trek through three national parks and spectacular scenery of valleys, plains, and mountains.The country also has a large selection of zoos, the largest being Chester Zoo in the Midlands. It is home to over 500 different species of animals and is set in an award winning nature park with diverse varieties of plants.

Shopping in England

England is a constant leader in innovative fashion trends, and the place to be for a fashion-fueled weekend. For antiques there are various rural antique-filled havens peppered across the country - while farmers' markets have become a staple attraction.