Take a day trip to one of the South’s many historic towns and experience the rich cultural history of Britain. Plus, take advantage of one of the fantastic 2FOR1 restaurant deals in the town of your choice.

With inspiring architecture, impressive sights and incredible stories to be told, a vast number of towns across the South of England are steeped in history, making them ideal destinations for a cultural and memorable day out.

All easily accessible by train, take a trip to one of our suggestions below and step back in time to discover England's fascinating past.

The city of Bath is surrounded by lush countryside and lays claim to its very own World Heritage Site for its stunning Roman Baths. Still flowing with natural hot water, the beautifully-preserved baths are a sight not to be missed. Begun in 1499, nearby Bath Abbey is a striking medieval church with a remarkable history. If you're feeling energetic, climb the 212 steps to the top of the tower for an unbeatable view of this truly unique city. To eat, we recommend heading to the popular Clarke's Restaurant and claiming the 2FOR1 meal deal. Clarke's offers top quality English cuisine and has been voted the best restaurant in Bath.

For a cultural day out with a royal twist, make your way to Windsor. Home to the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world - and, of course, the Official Residence of Her Majesty the Queen - Windsor Castle boasts an amazing history spanning almost 1000 years. After your royal visit, take a stroll in Windsor Great Park, once favoured as a hunting ground for Saxon kings. For breathtaking views over the town, the Thames and beyond, be sure to take advantage of our 2FOR1 offer on the spectacular Royal Windsor Wheel , where you can take in the truly stunning scenery from the comfort of your capsule. Finally, head to the Carpenters Arms and enjoy a mouth-watering meal as you learn of its famed dungeons and secret passages.

With a rich naval and literary past, Portsmouth has a great deal to offer. Take a trip to the Historic Dockyard where you'll find artefacts and ancient ships, all of which have their own story to tell. For literary fiends, head to the Charles Dickens' Birthplace Museum which commemorates the site of the author's birth in 1812. The award-winning seafood restaurant Lemon Sole is an ideal choice for a fine dining experience in the heart of the city.

Dating from 150 BC, the town of Winchester is a veritable treasure chest of historical facts. Not only was this attractive place the inspiration for Jane Austen's classic novel Sense and Sensibility, the Romantic poet John Keats was so impressed by the town that he wrote his ode To Autumn while on a visit. A fine example of dramatic Norman architecture, Winchester Cathedral is a grand feat of design which was started as far back as 1079.

A world-famous city, as much for its rich historical background as for its celebrated university, Oxford is an ideal destination for sight-seeing and day-tripping. Among its many and varied historic monuments are Christ Church Cathedral, the Bodleian Library and the Botanic Gardens. As well as its abounding cultural landmarks, Oxford also has a vast array of excellent restaurants, such as The Big Bang which currently offers a 2FOR1 meal deal. This hugely popular sausage and mash restaurant is just a few minutes from the city centre.

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