Escape London: Days Out Within Easy Reach of London

London-based writer and editor Zappaterra (Editorial Design) has hand-picked 30 unforgettable destinations surrounding the London area to match any mood. All locations are within easy reach, less than 90 minutes by train or car, and make great day trips. Intriguing stops include the medieval timber house bequeathed to Anne of Cleves, the fourth wife of Henry VIII, now a historic museum; the All Saint's Church in Tudeley, Kent, with stained-glass windows created by Marc Chagall; the 12th-century St. Leonard's Church containing a crypt housing over 1,000 skulls and other bones; and don't forget the retro-themed amusement park in Margate. Pertinent information regarding each stop is accompanied with quick and easy directions from the city and stunning photography embracing the charm of neighboring London. An attractive complement to the typical travel books, this guide truly has something for everyone without being exhaustive. England visitors looking for attractions off the beaten path, as well as local Londoners needing a quiet retreat away from the bustling city will be delighted.