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The Heart of England

Rick Steves' Europe
Rick Steves' Europe
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Creator's Key Takeaways

the heartland of England has sights that put the "Great" in Britain — its venerable universities, its royal heritage, and reminders of its industrial might.

At Oxford and Cambridge, we’ll see where kings and prime ministers studied.

At Blenheim Palace — Winston Churchill’s birthplace — we’ll connect with English aristocracy.

At Ironbridge Gorge, we fire up memories of the Industrial Revolution.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Visit Oxford and Cambridge to see where kings and prime ministers studied.
Explore Blenheim Palace to connect with English aristocracy.
Fire up memories at Ironbridge Gorge, the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution.
Drive on the left and practice British driving etiquette.
Enjoy a pub evening to experience local community gatherings.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the key sights in the heart of England?
QHow can I explore England's universities and royal heritage?
QWhat is the significance of Ironbridge Gorge in the Industrial Revolution?

Port Highlights

Blenheim Palace4 Happy Bacon
Cambridge4 Happy Bacon
Ironbridge3½ Happy Bacon
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Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide © 2018 | The heartland of England has sights that put the "Great" in Britain — its venerable universities, its royal heritage, and reminders of its industrial might. At Oxford and Cambridge, we’ll see where kings and prime ministers studied. At Blenheim Palace — Winston Churchill’s birthplace — we’ll connect with English aristocracy. At Ironbridge Gorge, we fire up memories of the Industrial Revolution. And all along the way, we’ll be driving on the left and polishing our pub etiquette. Check your local public television station for this Rick Steves’ Europe episode or watch it on https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/video/tv-show #ricksteves #ricksteveseurope #englandtravel Visit http://www.ricksteves.com for more information about this destination and other destinations in Europe. Check out more Rick Steves’ Europe travel resources: • “Rick Steves’ Europe” public television series: https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/video/tv-show • “Travel with Rick Steves” public radio program: https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/audio/radio • European Tours: https://www.ricksteves.com/tours • Guidebooks: https://store.ricksteves.com/shop/guidebooks • Travel Gear: https://store.ricksteves.com/shop/ • Travel Classes: https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/video/travel-talks • Rick Steves Audio Europe App: https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/audio/audio-europe Rick Steves, America's most respected authority on European travel, writes European travel guidebooks, and hosts travel shows on public television and public radio.