England has been named one of the world's top countries for travellers in 2020 by leading travel authority Lonely Planet. The country was named in the Best in Travel 2020 guide this year - the annual collection of the best travel destinations, trends, journeys and experiences to have in the year ahead - and was second only to Bhutan in South Asia. Renowned for its wonderful coastline and natural beauty spots, England has plenty to offer for a memorable holiday. Here are the top 20 unmissable experiences in England, as recommended by Lonely Planet.

17. Dartmoor National Park
Covering an area of 368 sq miles between Plymouth and Exeter, Dartmoor is the largest stretch of open moorland in the southwest and is dotted with marshy bogs, granite-topped hills and patches of purple heather | Other 3rd Party Photo: Shutterstock

18. The Eden Project
Built to mark the start of the new millennium, the Eden Project explores issues of environment and conservation, with exhibits around the complex covering everything from global warming to rubber production and chocolate-making | Other 3rd Party Photo: Shutterstock

