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Weekly City Spotlight: Southampton

Southampton

Aerial View of Southampton

Southampton provides the ideal location for a city break, situated in the South of England close to both Portsmouth and the New Forest it is famous for its association with the Titanic, as well as the starting point of the Pilgrims’ voyage to the New World aboard The Mayflower, and the creation and debut flight of the iconic Spitfire.  Rich in maritime heritage, there is also a wealth of historic attractions across the city with the chance to explore the Western Wall and Vaults, the Tudor House and Garden and the Clock Tower providing amazing views of the remarkable city.

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