1.   There is plenty of time to look around Stratford-upon-Avon or leave the train at Warwick to visit the historic castle.

2.   This is an area of spectacular gorges and jagged cliffs, beautiful unspoilt villages, with historic castles and mediaeval houses.

3.   The recital was in the grounds of an historic castle, in keeping with the growing fashion for outdoor opera.

4.   And each year tens of thousands of visitors visit the town to see its historic castle and other Norman features.

5.   Here is a splendid free map guide charting all major hiking paths, plus lists of places to stay, from historic castles to humble youth hostel dormitories.

6.   There are pomp and ceremony, historic castles, churches and cities, great food, wine, beer, and almost unbelievable events.

7.   It twists through Istanbul, running by historic Ottoman castles, mosques and parkland.