The Fenland area of Cambridgeshire, commonly known as The Fens, is well known for its marshy land and for being one of the wettest lowland areas of England. It is here that some of the oldest and most beautiful towns can be found and the city of Wisbech, with a population of about twenty thousand, is among the prettiest burgs to be found in this swampy region. What makes Wisbech even more beautiful is the fact that the famed River Nene runs directly through the town, making Wisbech akin to a marshy Venice with lovely bridges spanning effortlessly across the Nene to create a postcard-worthy view nearly everywhere you look.
One of the most impressive edifices, though, continues to be the famed Wisbech Castle. Built in 1086 by the first King William, this imposing structure commands respect from anybody who passes by. Though it was originally a fortified stronghold, Wisbech Castle quickly became a prison during the reign of the Tudor kings and queens and some of the most notorious villains in English history were imprisoned in the beautiful castle. Some of the conspirators of the infamous Gunpowder plot were sentenced to die in Wisbech and even John Feckenham was held here for a while.
Lest you think that Wisbech is simply a beautiful city with many gorgeous historical buildings, keep in mind that Wisbech is also a modern town in every sense of the word with amenities that would please even the most discerning of new age individuals. The Angles Theatre is one of the most beloved theaters in England and it is run by some heavy hitters in the industry such as Cameron Mackintosh and Derek Jacobi. The Nine Lives Theatre Company performs here regularly and tourists will flock in from all over England to see a performance by this talented troupe. Wisbech is also famous for the yearly Rose Fair that they hold in Saint Peter's Church. This festival is one of the most cherished traditions in the town and many residents decorate their own floats and enter them into the parade. Elgood's Brewery, founded in the late 1700s, is one of the oldest and most treasured breweries in the area. Visitors to the brewery are treated to a primer on the brewing process as well as a tour through the lovely gardens that are always open to the public. What makes these gardens even more awe-inspiring is the fact that they are set amid the backdrop of The Fens. The juxtaposition makes for a wonderful photo opportunity and, not surprisingly, nearly every tourist takes a snapshot of this beautiful locale. While at the brewery many of the same tourists make it a point to try one of the many famous microbrews grown within including Old Smoothie Mild and Greyhound Bitter. You don't have to like beer to love Wisbech, though. Every part of the town offers thrills beyond measure and a prudent person would do well to visit this lovely slice of England as soon as possible.
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