If you are looking for a cool place to visit in the UK, you might have just found one. Durham is a city to the north-eastern part of the country, next to Newcastle upon Tyne. Durham is a big cathedral city, which attracts many British and international tourists thanks to its natural beauty and the stunning edifices, churches and castles that mesmerise and leave travellers speechless. In order to visit all the must-see attractions in the limited time you have, you should hire a car to take you wherever your heart desires. A ride from Enjoy Travel guarantees that you will reach your destination comfortably, safely and fast. Then, you will have all the energy in the world to explore all 5 and even more awesome attractions in Durham. Attraction 1: Durham CathedralOne of the first things that you should see once you get to the city is its cathedral. It is a massive, breathtakingly beautiful building. Both the exterior and the interior of this mediaeval church will fascinate you. Taking photos of the interior of the cathedral was banned, but thankfully this has been retracted and visitors are allowed to capture the magnificent stained glass windows and the tomb of St Cuthbert, whose body was carried to the Cathedral by monks. Attraction 2: Durham CastleAnother site that you have to visit when you go to the city is Durham Castle. It has been occupied by Prince Bishops of Durham since the 11th century, and it is now utilised by the city’s university. Tours are held daily for everyone who is interested in learning more about it. It is a spectacular experience as visitors get to admire the fine art and the impressive architecture of the interior of the castle. Attraction 3: Durham MuseumIf you want to learn everything there is to know about this amazing city, you have to go to the Durham Museum. There you will get to see and live the history of Durham as there are displays of objects and reconstructions of the city during the mediaeval age and a Victorian prison cell. All the information provided in the museum dates back from the Mediaeval times to the 20th century. Attraction 4: Durham University Botanic GardenIf you want to spend a quiet and relaxing day outdoors, the Durham University Botanic Garden is the place you need to go. It is a 25 acre land full with collections of exotic plants, a glasshouse, and green space to have a picnic with your family and friends. Attraction 5: High Force WaterfallOn a day you feel more adventurous, you should get outside the city and visit High Force Waterfall. This is one of England’s most impressive waterfalls. You get to walk along trails of stunning natural beauty full with animals, plants and towering trees until you reach the spot where the gentle River Tees suddenly drops 21 metres down.
Disclaimer: This is a collaborative post Collaborative post | You may not think much about locksmiths, especially if you’ve never needed one before or know what services they provide – they help you if you ever get locked out of your house but they actually do much more than that! If you do think that you need a locksmith or if any of the following situations seem familiar, then find a Portsmouth locksmith and see how they can help you. Broken keysIf you have ever gotten your keys stuck in your lock then you know how frustrating it can be to try and get it out, chances are that you probably wrestled with it a little too much and ended up breaking it off in the lock. A locksmith can get this broken piece out of the lock without causing any damage which means you will not have to get it replaced. They should also thoroughly clean out the lock for you to prevent this situation from reoccurring. Unlock a car doorLocksmiths do not only unlock the doors to your home, but they can also help you get into a locked car if needed. They have specialist tools to get the car open if your keys are locked inside or broken – but you will need to provide proof that you own the vehicle before they will go ahead with this. Change your locksSometimes you may wish to have your locks changed or add more locks to your home to help make it more secure. If you have been the victim of a break-in or had your keys stolen, then you should hire a professional locksmith to come and make some changes to your home security. They can fit new locks securely and ensure they are completely tamper-proof. You can also get some advice from them about what other ways you can make your home safer and the best security system for you. Lock repairIf you find that your lock is stiff, your key is getting stuck, or it is not locking securely then you should find a local locksmith to fix it for you. More often than not, a locksmith will be able to repair the lock completely without needing to replace it. A dodgy lock is usually caused by general wear and tear and you can avoid the need for repairs by getting your locks cleaned regularly – another service that locksmiths provide. Emergency servicesSometimes locksmiths are needed urgently to resolve a problem for you such as being locked out of your house, office, or car. In these situations, you will need to call an emergency locksmith that offers 24-hour services. When we get locked out, we can usually get someone with a spare key or find another way in, but if this is not possible then you should find a local locksmith near to your location as they can sometimes get to you within the hour. Emergency locksmiths should be available at any hour of the day or night, even those inconvenient times when no one else is picking up their phone! Disclaimer: This is a collaborative post
Collaborative post | Although being in your fifties certainly isn’t old, you may not be capable of some of the things that you did in your twenties. Rather than spending time grieving that youth, you may instead want to think about the ways that you can really make your fifties fabulous. By altering some of your ingrained habits, and giving thought to your current goals and dreams, you may be able to better set yourself up for success.
You may have spent a number of years paying rent, or even trying to clear a mortgage. All this time spent being responsible might not have left you with much to enjoy yourself. It could be a good idea, therefore, to also think about increasing the amount of saving that you do. Some of the activities you may want to take part in might cost a fair amount of money so you could make the most of an ISA, and the tax-free saving it could provide, to help you reach that goal. While you may wonder if it is too late to start some good saving habits, it is important to remember that it’s never too late to change! When it comes to making smarter money choices, you could still reap those benefits even if you are in your fifties. When you reach your fifties, you may also want to consider the ways that you can keep your body as fit and healthy as possible. You may have even already noticed that your appetite has decreased over the last few years. However, it can still be exceptionally important that you make good nutritional choices. Some of the vitamins and minerals that your body absorbs from food can go a long way towards maintaining or even improving, your health. This could help you to boost your immune system, strengthen your bones and joints, and even keep you feeling positive. Good health could be vital for you to be able to do the things you want to do and even avoid some of those aches and pains that might come with age. Just because you are more advanced in your years than someone half your age might not mean that you need to look or act a certain way. In fact, some women are starting to make the choice to grow old disgracefully, and cast off the stereotypes of how older individuals need to behave. You may want to, instead, retain your preferences and personality. This could allow you to feel that bit more comfortable in your own skin and actually enjoy your time. Generally, as long as you aren’t hurting anyone, you may very well continue on as you always have. Reaching your fifties doesn’t mean that you need to start adopting the mantel of an old lady. You could still learn some new tricks for managing your money and lifestyle, and seek to gain as much enjoyment as possible. In doing so, you might be adequately prepared to really have fun once you retire. Disclaimer: This is a collaborative post |
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