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England
   
     
   

Heart of England

central england
Central England oozes history, from the Gothic towns of Oxford and Gloucester, to Stratford-upon-Avon, home of William Shakespeare. But it's also some of the most picturesque countryside – rolling hills, leafy forests, rivers and canals meandering through lush green meadows. Traveling with kids, alternate cultural sightseeing with days outdoors.
  Oxfordshire
 
Oxford
    Stratford-upon-Avon
    Gloucestershire
    Shropshire
    Nottingham and Lincoln
  Pilot a narrowboat on the canals – Rent a narrow boat and spend several days, navigating the canals, such as The Grand Union Canal. It'll be quite an adventure, opening and closing locks by hand, navigating your boat through sandy sections, eating and sleeping on board. Older kids will want to help open and close the paddle gates in the locks and steer the boat.
      It's easier if you have two adults along, but no prior experience is necessary. You'll get the hang of it after a couple of days and my kids loved it. To learn more about boats and waterways routes, visit the British Waterways site.
kids books central  england
     
The River at Green Knowe  

Three children, Oskar, Ping and Ida, spend an idyllic summer exploring miles and miles of river, with meadows and islands (Owl Palace Island, Tangle Island, Flying Horses Island and more), richly alive with creatures large and small. Absolutely magical! (Chapter book)

 

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