Beyond London: Wales

If you like outdoor activities, you will love Wales's sandy surfing beaches, white water rafting, diving and rural walking routes.

Wales is also bursting with history and heritage. You can visit ancient castles where famous battles were fought; see fortresses that kept invaders at bay; and walk along Offa's Dyke, built by Offa, who was King of Mercia from 757 to 796 AD.

Visit the family-friendly St Fagans National History Museum, where you can explore hundreds of re-erected buildings from throughout the ages. And don't miss the Big Pit National Coal Museum, where you get to wear a hard hat and go down an old mine.

Finally, make sure you visit the Welsh capital city of Cardiff, with its lively shops and nightlife, and panoramic views across Cardiff Bay.

www.visitwales.co.uk