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Places of Interest

Hampton Court Palace

Come and get lost in the maze, wonder around the famous and beautiful rose gardens. Visit the grand halls, huge Tudor kitchens and why not see if you spot some ghosts roaming the hallways!

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Tel: +44 (0)20 8979 9988

The River Thames

The stretch of the River Thames between Windsor and London is easily accessible by public transport, and offers some of the most delightful opportunities for exploring this historic stretch of the River, Ham House, Kew Palace, Hampton Court Palace, You can also visit Marble Hill House and Strawberry Hill House in Twickenham, which are located next to the Thames. Why not hire a boat from one of the numerous boat hires and enjoy a relaxing moment

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Windsor Castle

Windsor Castle is an official residence of The Queen and the largest occupied castle in the world. A Royal home and fortress for over 900 years, the Castle remains a working palace today. Within the Castle complex there are many additional attractions, including the Drawings Gallery, Queen Mary's dolls' house, and the fourteenth–century St. George's Chapel, the burial place of ten sovereigns and setting for many Royal weddings.

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Tel: +44 (0)20 7766 7304

Kingston Upon Thames

An historic market town with attractions old and new. Visitors have long favored Kingston for its attractive riverside location, proximity to beautiful Royal parks and its excellent shopping.

Chessington World of Adventures & Thorpe Park

The theme parks for families looking to share an adventure, and there’s even more fun planned for 2006 with the new Bubble Works.

Tel: +44 (0)870 999 0045

Richmond Theatre

Richmond Theatre is one of the most beautiful of all the Frank Matcham theatres. Built in 1899 as the Theatre Royal & Opera House and having recently been refurbished in 1991. Managed by The Ambassador Theatre Group Ltd it is renowned for its highly successful productions throughout the country.

Address: Richmond Theatre, The Green, Richmond, Surrey, TW9 1QJ

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Tel: +44 (0)20 8939 9277

Twickenham Rugby Ground

The home of England Rugby! The area of Twickenham is documented as far back as 700AD and the name itself is of Anglo–Saxon origins. The Twickenham Rugby Football Club is one of a handful of clubs that can trace its history back as far as the formation of Rugby itself.

Address: Whitton Road , Twickenham, Middlesex, London , TW1 1BZ
Tel: 020 8892 8877

Kempton Park, Sandown Park & the famous Epsom Derby & Ascot Races!

Soak up an electric atmosphere 26 times a year with our Jump and Flat racing seasons with meetings such as the famous Gold Cup and the Epsom Derby.

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Going to the Dogs!

Greyhound racing at Wimbledon Stadium can be as varied as you wish it to be. Dine out in the Star Attraction or Broadway Restaurant, take a seat in our glass fronted air conditioned grandstand, in one of our Executive Suites, or just sampling the great atmosphere of dog racing on the terraces, With racing every 15 minutes you are guaranteed an exhilarating evening whatever the occasion.

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