Quintessentially English

[Caroline A-C]

I remember visiting Beatrix Potter's house in the Lake District when I was young - thought it was fascinating and couldn't be more English.

[In4aPenny]

The Americans (generally speaking, sorry) LOVE Beatrix Potter.

[Flosmom]

It depends what their interests are. I have taken lots if Americans to Stratford as we live in Warwickshire, some adore it and want to immerse themselves in Shakespeare and the theatre, others don't get it at all. Some simply can't hoist on board that they are walking streets that are hundreds of years old that are both real and still lived in.

But if you do decide to 'do' Stratford, Kenilworth isn't too far away and there's a castle there too.

Sticking with the Midlands, how about the Black Country Museum? Or you can take a trip around Birmingham, including the canals, the Jewellery Quarter, Soho House and loads more.

And don't forget to browse National Trust properties for possible days out, especially if they are into history.

But don't overdo it - travel is tiring and there's only so much you can fit in.

Have fun!

Deb x

[Nicola]

Thanks everyone for your really helpful replies, and Deb - I do hear exactly what you're saying about it being too tiring if we try to do too much, but the other side of that is what I do with them at home if we're NOT out visiting!!!!!

I know the aunt is into theatre, so I definitely think that Stratford is worth a visit.

And I'll have a look at the National Trust's website for the closest / cheapest options!

Thanks again - I'll give you an update once it's ALL over!!!