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English Countryside areas
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Шайдурова Валентина Федоровна
Учитель английского языка
ГБОУ «Школа №106»
СанктПетербург2015
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English Countryside
England is home to some really beautiful countryside areas. The relatively small size of
the country makes it really easy for visitors to access some lovely countryside areas fairly
quickly from most major cities. With mountains, hills, valleys, forests, rivers, and
beautiful coastal areas, England is also home to a wide range of flora and fauna. There
are also many parks and gardens to enjoy. The warmer summer months are often
considered the best times to enjoy the best of the English countryside, but you can also
enjoy scenic drives and bracing hikes throughout the colder and wetter winter monthstoo. Spring and Autumn are also both beautiful; in spring you can see flowers starting to
bloom, lambs skipping in the fields, and feel the weather in England strating to get
warmer, and the pretty colours of the changing leaves in Autumn is also really quite
spectacular.
Cotswolds
Anyone who is wishing to explore the English countryside is encouraged to keep the Cotswolds
in mind. This uplands area in the southwest is well known for its natural beauty and for having a
"typical English" appeal. In relation to the terrain, it is largely comprised of rolling hills and
farming fields. Steep escarpments add their own scenic elements, and the limestone layers that
some of these escarpments reveal are certainly of interest. After all, the local limestone was used
to great degree in the building of houses, churches, and other structures that can be found in the
city of Bath, the town of Cheltenham, the village of Burford, and various other Cotswolds
settlements. In medieval times, the Cotswolds area was known for its wool production, and it is
still very common to see sheep on the hillsides to this day. Designated as an Area of Outstanding
Natural Beauty, the Cotswolds surely offers plenty to take in on the visual side, and it is little
wonder that the rather affluent area is among the most popular places in England to either retire
or purchase a second home.Hadrian’s Wall
One of the greatest historical landmarks in England is Hadrian’s Wall, and thanks in part to the
beauty of the surrounding countryside, it has long been one of the country’s most popular tourist
attractions. Situated in the north near the border of Scotland, Hadrian’s Wall was built under the
rule of the Roman Emperor Hadrian. Much of the defensive fortification remains, with some of
the best preserved sections being found within the realms of scenic Northumberland National
Park. The entire wall was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987, and it is worth
noting that anyone who is interested can either walk or cycle along the great structure. The
walking path is known as the Hadrian’s Wall Path, while National Cycle Route 72 caters to
cyclists. Summer is the best time to walk along the Hadrian’s Wall Path, and as you might
suspect, this warmest season of the year is also the best time for sightseeing in England in
general.
English Country Cottages
Lovely cottages can be found in the English countryside, and while some are private residences,
others are available for rent. Popular places to rent English country cottages include Devon,
Dorset, Cornwall, Sussex, Kent, Somerset, and the Cotswolds, though travelers don’t have to
limit themselves to these options. There are plenty of other enticing settings to consider, and it
can certainly be fun to compare all the different properties and destinations. Some Englishcountry cottages are quite luxurious, and travelers who are interested in staying in a countryside
residence should know that farmhouses are in good supply.
The Peak District
The Peak District is a great place for walking, and you can enjoy locally produced Buxton
Spring Water to quench your thirst. There are caves to be explored and numerous experiences
to be had. Cheshire’s Sanddtone Trail leads you through lovely village like Frodsham and
Helsby, through the countryside areas of Beeston, where you can stop in and see the old castle
and visit the enchantingly named Fairy’s Bridge, and see some glorious countryside areas.
Hastings Country Park
Hastings Country Park is loved by locals and visitors alike, and you can try and spot some of the
country’s rare wildlife that calls the area home. An area of special conservation, it offers a realtreat for visitors. Close to the coast, there are also some really dramatic views to be enjoyed.
Different species of migrant birds pass through the area in Spring and Autumn, making it a
favourite for bird watchers.
The Tarka Trail
The Tarka Trail sits on the edges of Dartmoor, near to the River Taw and enveloped by verdant
fields and open heaths. A walk in the area will lead you through picture perfect villages, and
some delightful English moors.
Isle of Wight
On the popular Isle of Wight there are numerous scenic natural spots, including a ruined church
at the Duver and a fort.See the famous Dartmoor ponies on the wild moors, visit the set of famous English TV show in
the Yorkshire Dales, enjoy forests such as the New Forest, swing through the tree tops in areas
such as Delamere Forest, walk along the reaches of the protective Hadrians Wall, and soak up
the beauty in the Mendips, the Cotswolds, and Cheddar Gorge. This is just a small sample of
what the English countryside offers – visit for yourself and find your own favourite spots.
The English countryside manages to be elegant and genteel as well as wild and dramatic. There
are ancient woods and forests, and different coloured lush fields and hills create a marvelous
patchwork effect across the horizon. Farms are found throughout the countryside, with a variety
of crops and livestock. Rambling paths lead through farmers’ fields, crossing over styles and
stepping stones. Country roads lead to quaint and charming villages, historic sites litter the
countryside, including old churches, burial sites, memorials, and castles, and you can try
some of the delicious country classics such as real ales, cream teas, and locally produced
cheeses. Relax in a traditional country pub and enjoy a hearty and filling meal.
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