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Hellfire Caves
West Wycombe Hill Road,
West Wycombe,
Buckinghamshire,
HP14 3AJ
Tel: 01494 533739
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Hellfire Caves are to be found just outside West Wycombe in Buckinghamshire. The ancient caves were extended during the 18th Century by Sir Francis Dashwood, founder of the notorious Hellfire Club and incorporated long tunnels, banqueting halls and an inner temple – reached by crossing the River Styx. This fascinating engineering achievement is open to visitors, and there is also a café at the entrance to the caves.
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Bletchley Park National Codes Centre
Bletchley,
Buckinghamshire,
MK3 6EB
Tel: 01908 640404
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Bletchley Park, near Milton Keynes in Buckinghamshire, played an important part during the Second World War. Despite its unassuming appearance, it was a hive of activity as hundreds of men and women worked to decipher the German codes for intelligence purposes. Today it is open to the public and allows visitors a unique opportunity to gain an insight into the fascinating world of the code breakers. A programme of events runs throughout the year, from classic car shows to activities for children.
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Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre
High Street,
Great Missenden,
Buckinghamshire,
HP16 0AN
Tel: 01494 892192
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Roald Dahl, author of some of the best Children’s books ever written, lived in Buckinghamshire and composed his captivating stories in a small shed in his garden. The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre in Great Missenden is a celebration of his works, and lets visitors get to know not only the characters but also the man behind the stories.
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Hughenden Manor
Near High Wycombe,
Buckinghamshire,
HP14 4LA
Tel: 01494 755573
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Hughenden Manor, near High Wycombe in Buckinghamshire, was the home of Victorian Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli. The magnificent manor house has been beautifully preserved, with many of his personal belongings on display to the public. There are also attractive grounds and gardens to explore, with woodland walks and nature trails, as well as a splendid recreation of the gardens designed by Disraeli’s wife.
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Bucks Goat Centre
Layby Farm,
Stoke Mandeville,
Buckinghamshire,
HP22 5XJ
Tel: 01296 612983
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The Bucks Goat Centre has an interesting collection of these characterful creatures, with examples of every breed of goat to be found in the UK. There are also llamas, wallabies, birds, reptiles, pigs and donkeys, as well as a petting pen for small children to get to know the guinea pigs and rabbits. Tractor rides take visitors around the farm, and there is a café that can cater for children’s parties.
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Chinnor and Princes Risborough Railway
C/O Chiltern Railways,
Western House,
Aylesbury,
Buckinghamshire,
HP20 2RX
Tel: 08456 005165
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The Chinnor and Princes Risborough Railway is a beautifully preserved steam railway that runs from Chinnor to the outskirts of Princes Risborough in Buckinghamshire. The 4-mile journey takes in the delightful scenery of the Chilterns, and passengers can imagine themselves being taken back in time to a bygone age of steam. Regular events are held throughout the year, with special events to keep the children amused.
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West Wycombe Park
West Wycombe,
Buckinghamshire,
HP14 3AJ
Tel: 01494 513569
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West Wycombe Park is one of the finest examples of a rococo garden in the UK, and at its heart is a classic Italianate house. During the 18th Century it was home to Sir Francis Dashwood, founder of the notorious Hellfire Club, but today it is a tranquil house with a beautifully preserved interior. The gardens feature statues, grottos and an ornamental lake.
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Bekonscot Model Village and Railway
Warwick Road,
Beaconsfield,
Buckinghamshire,
HP9 2PL
Tel: 01494 672919
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Bekonscot Model Village and Railway can be found in Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire. It is home to the oldest model village in the world, with six model villages covering 1.5 acres. Created in 1929, the model villages have evolved, and feature tiny tramways, churches, castles and even a zoo. The garden railway is one of the largest in the UK, and carries its passengers through the delightful scenery of the ornamental gardens.
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