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England 2012 Places to go Things to do Where to stay Be an English athlete! Get active in England's great outdoors by cycling through ancient woodlands, rambling along remote valleys simmering with wildlife, hand-gliding across luscious valleys and much more. Behind the scenes of the opening ceremony Footie-inspired weekend break in Manchester Our favourite green and pleasant spots Check out our inside scoop on what’s going on behind the scenes of the Games opening ceremony with journalist and ceremony volunteer Laura Porter. See why Manchester was chosen to host the Games football. Immerse yourself in Manchester's football legacy by exploring the new National Football Museum and spinning your clacker at a footie match. With the Games just a day away, we share some of our most cherished rural spots, in homage to Danny Boyle's countryside-themed opening ceremony. Let me in Kick off Right to roam Events Offers Celebrate 50 years of the Fab Four! Twist and shout in the Cavern Club, hop on a magical mystery tour and snoop around John Lennon's bedroom as part of International Beatles Week from 22 - 28 August. Beatlemania Three cheers for The Famous Five Disabled British Open Championships Pack lashings of ginger beer and birthday cake and make your way to Corfe Castle in Dorset for Enid Blyton’s birthday bash on 11 August. Catch the Disabled British Open Championships at the East Sussex National on 24 - 26 August, just before the Paralympic Games kick off. Hip hip... Tee off Family holiday offers The sun is shining (finally) so hit the beach with one of our great family holiday offers. More info There’s magic in the air in London this summer! With amazing late summer deals on hotels, apartments and hostels, there’s every reason for you to come and join in the fun. More info Rural escapes Outstanding deals for rural escapes across England. More info Competitions Win a lunch cruise on the Thames Enter now to win a city break for two in Leeds See the sights of London while cruising down the River Thames, enjoying delicious, seasonal and locally sourced food from Jamie Oliver’s Fabulous Feasts. A boutique break for two at the luxurious New Ellington Hotel in the heart of the vibrant and passionate city of Leeds. Enter now Enter now

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