A neat coastal town in the East Riding of Yorkshire, Hornsea is a place to sample the simple joys of a day by the sea. There’s a sand and shingle beach walled by a big embankment with a promenade, gardens, cafes, a chippy and far-off vistas of the North Sea. Away from the beach and …
Peaceful and rural, Tiverton is in Mid Devon on the River Exe. The older part of town is on high ground on the east bank of the river, where you can visit Tiverton Castle, which has lots of Medieval vestiges, and St Peter’s Church, known for its richly ornamented south front. At the start of …
The City of Eastport is a series of islands in Washington County, Maine. It has a tiny population so is the smallest in the state in those terms. Nevertheless, it has many attractions for visitors to see. Its incorporation as a town took place in 1798, and as a city, almost a century later in …
Orono is a city of around 10,000 people located in the Penobscot County of Maine. It is home to the historic University of Maine founded in 1865 and is a nice, peaceful place located on the banks of the picturesque Stillwater and Penobscot rivers. Founded in 1774 by European settlers, Orono has a rich history. …
Windham in Cumberland County is fairly close to Maine’s largest city, Portland. It has a population of around 17,000 and was originally settled by farmers before the middle of the 18th century. Agriculture remained important until the development of industry using the power created from water. Then known as New Marblehead, it was not the …
I have ventured South Portland, a city in the state of Maine with a population of approximately 25,000 people. It holds the distinction of being the 4th largest city in the state. As its name suggests, South Portland is situated just south of the bustling city of Portland, and it is surrounded by the picturesque …
Auburn, a charming city nestled in the state of Maine, is home to approximately 23,000 residents. As the county seat of Androscoggin and the “twin” city of Lewiston, located just across the river, together they form the dynamic L-A region. The city’s rich history dates back to its initial settlement in 1786, undergoing various name …
I have marveled the most populous city in the state of Maine, Portland, with a population of over 67,000 people. The city’s metropolitan area is even more significant, boasting 500,000 residents, which makes up one-third of the entire state’s population. Portland serves as a vital economic hub, primarily centered around services and tourism. Being a …
With its beautiful mountain location, Bethel, Maine is often referred to as the “Jewel of Oxford County”. A place to enjoy outdoor adventures and a peaceful holiday. Originally a farming and logging settlement, Bethel is now more of a tourist destination where the local area is made the most of for recreational activities. With many …
The town of Yarmouth in Cumberland, Maine was not incorporated until the mid 19th century, but the region was settled two centuries earlier. In those days, the region was known as North Yarmouth and was inhabited by Native Indians attracted to both the coast and the natural resources. North Yarmouth was incorporated in 1679, by …