The South Midlands
The region’s most famous resident, William Shakespeare, lived in Stratford-upon-Avon where there are a number of buildings associated with the author. Regency Cheltenham, the cathedral city of Gloucester, Stroud, medieval Ledbury – this area abounds in beautiful towns. Equally prolific are areas of gorgeous unspoilt countryside with the Cotswolds, Wye and Golden Valleys, Malvern Hills and Vale of Evesham all within easy reach.
Forest of Dean & Wye Valley
Stroud & Gloucester
Cheltenham & Tewkesbury
Hereford & Surrounds
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Worcestershire
The Vale of Evesham
Stratford-upon-Avon
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Will the Worlds Oldest Tennis Tournament be a match for a Young Andy Murray? |
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June 21st - July 4th 2009 |
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2009 marks the 250th anniversary of Scottish poet Robert Burns' birth. Burns was a poet and a lyricist and is widely regarded as the national poet of Scotland.
The Burns Supper was started a few years after his death by a group of his friends; they held the supper to honour and remember Burns. The tradition caught on and the ritual of Burns Supper is now held all around the world.
His life and work will be celebrated throughout the year at many Burns-related events.
The Ashes
Another two years has passed and it's time for England to go head to head with Australia for another series of test cricket. To date, a total of 64 series have been played with Australia winning 31 and England 28 with 5 draws. Will the Australian's retain the Ashes yet again this year?
