England

    Surfing in Newquay and rambling the Dales, exploring medieval castles and cutting-edge museums, city-hopping and shopping from London to Leeds – England has always been more than country-cottage cute. Get beyond the stereotypes and connect with the real England with this insightful new guide.


BE INSPIRED – full-colour highlights and compelling itineraries help you make the most of short hops and extended stays

STAY IN STYLE in remote rural farmhouses or city-centre apartments, four-poster luxury or minimalist glamour, with discerning sleeping listings for all budgets

FEAST LIKE A KING in a West End oyster bar or snack on a pasty in an ancient Cornish pub – the finest local cuisine revealed and reviewed

IMMERSE YOURSELF – arts and entertainment coverage caters for all tastes, from high culture at Tate Modern to high energy in Manchester’s renowned clubs

GET OUT, GET ABOUT – activities information leads you off the beaten track and away from the tourist hordes

　　David Else
　　After hitchhiking through Europe for a couple of years, David Else kept heading south and first reached Egypt in 1983, writing his first guidebook shortly afterwards. It was a small homespun affair, but the bug had bitten hard. Since then David has travelled, trekked, worked and written all over Africa – from Cairo to Cape Town, from Sudan to Senegal, via most of the bits in between.
　　David’s other travels have taken him to India, Mexico, the USA, Australia, the Arctic and much of Europe – and he's also got about a bit in Britain, his own backyard, where trips by car or train are matched by journeys on foot and by bike.
　　David has written or cowritten about 25 guidebooks for Lonely Planet

I.　　Features colour highlights sections, easy-to-use grid-referenced maps and insightful history, culture, food and environment chapters by specialised contributors. These guides are the country guides for independent travellers.

II.　　Whether you're interested in its magnificent stately homes, its beautiful countryside or its vibrant cities, this guide will ensure you get the most out of one of the world's most interesting countries.
　　1.over 120 detailed maps including 11 full-colour London city maps
　　2.in-depth information on England's fascinating cultural heritage
　　3.a range of accommodation options, from rustic bed and breakfasts to luxurious designer hotels
　　4.discerning coverage of the country's most adventurous restaurants and its cutting-edge club scene
　　5.insider tips on exploring England off the beaten track.

III.　　Surfing in Newquay and rambling the Dales, exploring medieval castles and cutting-edge museums, city-hopping and shopping from London to Leeds - England has always been more than country-cottage cute. Get beyond the stereotypes and connect with the real England with this insightful new guide.
　　1.BE INSPIRED - full-color highlights and compelling itineraries help you make the most of short hops and extended stays
　　2.STAY IN STYLE in remote rural farmhouses or city-center apartments, four-poster luxury or minimalist glamour, with discerning sleeping listings for all budgets
　　3.FEAST LIKE A KING in a West End oyster bar or snack on a pasty in an ancient Cornish pub - the finest local cuisine revealed and reviewed
　　4.IMMERSE YOURSELF - arts and entertainment coverage caters for all tastes, from high culture at Tate Modern to high energy in Manchester's renowned clubs
　　5.GET OUT, GET ABOUT - activities information leads you off the beaten track and away from the tourist hordes

IV.　　Whether you’re interested in exploring the Hampton Court Palace in London, making the pilgrimage to the artistic shrines of poets and writers in the Lake District, or catching a game of England’s popular football team Manchester United in Old Trafford, Lonely Planet’s "England" has you covered. "England" is filled with up-to-date information on places to stay and eat, detailed color maps, handy predeparture advice and useful suggested itineraries. "England" also includes an in-depth chapter on the country’s fascinating history, geography, economy, politics, people and arts. Let Lonely Planet’s "England" help you find your way through this extraordinary country! "England" features ? more than 120 detailed maps, including 11 full-color London city maps? in-depth information on England’s fascinating cultural heritage? a range of accommodation options, from rustic bed-and-breakfasts to luxurious designer hotels? discerning coverage of the country's most adventurous restaurants and its cutting-edge club scene insider tips on exploring England off the beaten track.

　　England
　　A division of the United Kingdom, the southern part of the island of Great Britain. Originally settled by Celtic peoples, it was subsequently conquered by Romans, Angles, Saxons, Jutes, Danes, and Normans. Acts of union joined England with Wales in 1536, with Scotland in 1707 to create the political entity of Great Britain, and with Ireland in 1801 to form the United Kingdom. London is the capital and the largest city of both England and the United Kingdom. Population: 50,000,000.　

Highlights
Getting Started
Itineraries
The Authors
Snapshot
History
The Culture
Outdoor Activities
Environment
Food & Drink
London
The Home Counties
The Southeast Coast
Wessex
Devon & Cornwall
The Marches
Oxfordshire,the Cotswolds & Gloucestershire
The Midlands
Eastern England
Yorkshire
Northwest England
Cumbria & the Lakes
Northeast England
Directory
Health
Transport
World Time Zones
Glossary
Behind the Scenes
Index
Legend