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1 Which is the only London Borough to include land on both sides of the River Thames?
A Richmond upon Thames. The London Government Act 1963 mandated the birth of this borough. Consequently, three smaller council areas amalgamated in 1965 to form the unified entity we recognise today.
2 What is the county town of Dorset?
A Dorchester. The Romans established the historic market town of Dorchester. Furthermore, they founded the settlement as Durnovaria, building a foundation that still influences the town’s layout today.
3 In which part of the British Isles is Carisbrooke Castle?
A Isle of Wight. The castle sits at the heart of the island and is a prominent historical site and a popular visitor attraction.
4 Which iconic landmark is perched on the south-eastern face of Mount Lee in California?
A The Hollywood Sign. Originally, it was the Hollywoodland Sign.
5 Which famous London building is situated in or adjacent to Paternoster Square?
A St. Paul’s Cathedral. Paternoster Square is located directly next to the cathedral and was historically the site where clergy would recite the Lord’s Prayer, hence the name “Paternoster”.
6 Which Spanish city is home to the famous Running of the Bulls (Encierro) event?
A Pamplona (Pampeluna). It’s the highlight of the annual San Fermín festival, held in honour of the city’s patron saint, Saint Fermin.
7 Which range of Somerset hills houses the famous Wookey Hole caves?
A The Mendip Hills. Rainwater filtering through the porous rock of the Mendip Hills created the Wookey Hole Caves over millions of years. Consequently, this slow, persistent erosion carved the vast system of limestone caverns we see today.
8 What has the highest spire of any British cathedral?
A Salisbury, reaching 123 meters (404 feet).
9 Which country first established the Women’s Institute?
A Canada claims the birth of the Women’s Institute. Specifically, Erland and Janet Lee founded the organisation in Stoney Creek, Ontario. Furthermore, Adelaide Hoodless delivered the inaugural speech in 1897, setting the movement in motion.
10 Where can visitors locate Brunel’s historic ship, the SS Great Britain?
A Bristol, where she is housed in her historic dry dock and presented as a museum ship.