The South East of England is a great place to visit. Discover the charms of Canterbury, the rolling Downs of Sussex, the ‘Garden of England’ that is Kent and of course the myriad of sights and sounds of the capital, London. Trident Holiday Homes has a large selection of holiday cottages in the South East. Make this your base for discovering this wonderful part of England.
Canterbury is best known for its cathedral, which is the oldest in England. This stunning building dominates the skyline, but there are many other interesting historical sites in Canterbury such as the ancient ruins of St. Augustine’s Abbey and St. Martin’s Church as well as the ancient ruins at the Castle. Canterbury also offers the visitor a great selection of splendid restaurants and welcoming pubs along with excellent shopping.
Sussex is more than just home to the site of the 1066 Battle of Hastings! Enjoy the panoramic views across Sussex on the South Downs, take in the natural beauty of Ashdown Forest or take a bracing walk along the dramatic chalk cliffs of the Seven Sisters.
You will find no shortage of things to do in Kent. There are more gardens, historical houses and castles open to the public in Kent than anywhere else in the UK. Some places of interest in Kent could include Chartwell, Hever Castle and Sissinghurst Castle Garden.
London literally has something to offer at every turn. Just a tiny fraction of the sights of this fascinating city could include:
London has an impressive number of fantastic museums and galleries such as the National Gallery, the Tate Gallery, the British Museum, the Natural History Museum and the Science Museum, to mention just a few.
For shopaholics, Oxford Street is Mecca. Or spend an afternoon pottering around Covent Gardens - formerly a fruit and vegetable market, but now a vibrant hive of activity with street entertainers, great food and wonderful shops. Or why not take a walk to Camden Town along the canal towpath in Regents Park and experience the astonishing diversity of stalls and wares available in Camden market.
Choose a holiday home in the South of England and you will find yourself in the centre of all that is England. Discover the gentle countryside and the pretty coastline. Marvel at the wonderful historic buildings and beautiful gardens. Spend some time getting to know the glories of London.