Lady’s 21 Beautiful Villages Near London You Have to See

Today I want to share my guide to the most beautiful villages near London. The English countryside is the stuff of dreams, and it’s worth a special trip to see the highlights. From Kent to Surrey, Sussex, and the Cotswolds, there are fairy-tale villages in easy driving, train, and tour distance of the UK capital. Read on for my top picks. I’ve included a map, too.

Villages Near London

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Lady’s 9 London Department Stores You’ll Love for Shopping

Today I want to bring you my guide to the best London department stores. The city’s major names are iconic in the retail world, and their selections of clothing, accessories, gifts, food, and other alluring items are hard to beat. From traditional to contemporary, there are a lot to choose from when it comes to shopping in London. I’ve included a map of where you can find them all, too.

London Department Stores

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Lady’s Charlbury Circular Walk in the Cotswolds

Today I want to share my guide to a Charlbury circular walk in the Cotswolds with you. This beautiful walk in Oxfordshire is a great way to get out into the English countryside in one of the most famous places in the UK. Along the way there’s everything from classic towns to ancient forests and country pubs. It’s one of my favorite Cotswolds walks. Read on for the route, map, photos, and video.

Charlbury Circular Walk

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Lady’s 11 Best Cities for Shopping in the UK

Today I want to share my guide to the best cities for shopping in the UK with you. From London to Edinburgh and Bath, they range from national capitals to picture-pretty places. Each city has a unique scene that will draw out your inner shopping enthusiast, and they all show off the best of the United Kingdom’s retail offerings. Whether you’re looking to go somewhere with all the high street names or a city with independent boutiques, there’s a destination you’ll love. I’ve included a map, too.

Best cities for shopping in the UK

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