Between the South Downs and the sea, Brighton is perfectly located. Stroll through the characterful narrow shopping lanes or stride through the wooded hills.
Birthplace of radio and only city in Essex, Chelmsford may be urban, but it’s easy to reach the surrounding countryside including some beautiful gardens.
Space rockets and King Richard III, spicy food and sequinned saris… the city of Leicester is a varied and fascinating destination, spanning continents and centuries.