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Days Out - Marvellous Maritime Heritage

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Morning

Thames ClippersTime for a boat trip down the Thames to fabulous Greenwich. There's a lot to see here so start off with a visit to the Royal Observatory. For the ultimate in photo opportunities, don't forget to straddle the Prime Meridian Line, where you can be snapped with a foot in the east and one in the west.

The National Maritime Museum is a must-see when visiting Greenwich. It's a beautiful museum that does a first class job of charting Britain's seafaring history.

Designed by Inigo Jones in 1616 for James 1's wife Anne of Denmark, the Queen's House is a lovely example of Palladian architecture and boasts a fine art collection. All of the museums and houses are fascinating, but Greenwich is so beautiful it's great to just walk around and soak up the atmosphere.

The Rivington Bar and Grill is our suggestion for lunch. It's a pretty stylish place that provides well cooked upmarket British food, with renowned chef Mark Hix behind the menu.

Afternoon

Cutty SarkThese days Greenwich is famous for its markets as well as its maritime history. Depending on the day you visit you will find stall holders selling hand crafted items or antiques and collectables. Greenwich Market works hard to maintain a high standard, so this could be an ideal shopping opportunity.

Before leaving why not take a look at the Cutty Sark during its restoration. The world's only surviving tea clipper, built in 1869, the Cutty Sark has been in residence in Greenwich for almost 50 years.

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