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Doctor Who's guide to Cardiff

Join Doctor Who himself, Matt Smith, as he guides you around his favourite bits of Cardiff, where the show is filmed. Then take a trip around Wales’ glorious countryside with film star and local boy, Luke Evans. Two exclusive new videos showcasing the best of Wales!

Luke Evans' guide to Wales

Doctor Who's guide to Cardiff

Things to do

Buttermere, The Lake District Source:© Breizh33 (Flickr)

Destinations

With 16 sparkling lakes and England's highest mountains, this is without doubt England's most beautiful corner and the country's best-loved outdoor playground.

Cumbria & The Lake District travel guide
Bournemouth travel guide
Orkney travel guide
Snowdonia travel guide
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Food & drink

See why top chef Jamie Oliver is passionate about Britain’s fabulous food and get a few tips for seeking out the UK’s best produce.

Jamie Oliver
Afternoon Tea
Top 10 historic pubs
Britain's food and drink festivals
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Shopping

If there was an Olympic prize for shopping, there’s no doubt the Brits would win it every time. Discover the art of retail therapy with our department stores and shopping centres.

Department stores
Britain's markets
Royal shopping

Winter in the Lake District

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From 16 sparkling lakes and England ’s highest mountains, Cumbria and the Lake District have inspired and captivated generations of visitors and famous writers and poets such as William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter.  Learn More

Accommodation

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Quality assessed spas

As spas are part of the growing health, wellness and pampering industry, the raising of standards and quality assessment is crucial to the future development of English 'health and wellness' tourism.

Quality assessed spas

PLACES TO STAY

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Hotel & Guest accommodation

Whether you like hotels small and simple, or grand and luxurious, you’ll find hundreds to choose...

Hotel & Guest accommodation

Places to stay

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Boutique hotels

They're friendly, unpretentious, a little eccentric and highly individual. Some would say Britain's...

Boutique hotels

Places to stay

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Luxury resorts

Indulge in the pure luxury of one of Britain's fine resorts. Set in the tranquil British...

Luxury resorts

Places to stay

View from inside a tent pitched at Dale Bottom Farm campsite in Naddle Beck, near Keswick in the Lake District, Dale Bottom, Cumbria © Britainonview / Rod Edwards

Holiday Village & Campsites

Traditional British holiday villages offer fun and entertainment for everyone. Holiday, touring and...

Holiday Village & Campsites

Destinations & maps

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Manchester

The city is widely recognised as one of the coolest in Britain. Manchester has reinvented itself as a truly contemporary metropolis, with modern landmarks, excellent art and culture, great bars and world-class hospitality.

Manchester
Sunset in Devon Source:© colin_cheesman (Flickr)

Beaches and coastal areas

Wales, bordered by England on the east, is a small country with a colourful history and spectacular landscapes, including 3 National Parks and 5 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Read more about beaches and coastal areas

Cities & towns

Giants Causeway, County Antrim, Northern Ireland Source:© Andras Jancsik (Flickr)

Belfast

Northern Ireland's capital city offers an ideal location to spend a city break and is perfectly...

Belfast travel guide

Cities & towns

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Jersey

Discover hidden beaches, lush valleys, tranquil lanes and ragged coastline all basking in the...

Jersey travel guide

HISTORY &...

Windsor

Windsor, a short break destination combining history, fine shopping and dining, sports, leisure...

Windsor travel guide

BEACHES &...

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Pembrokeshire

Pembrokeshire is located on the south western tip of Wales, and has become a favourite location of...

Pembrokeshire travel guide

About Britain

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History

'Britain' itself didn't exist as an island until around 6500 BC. Read how we came to represent a leading centre for world trade and finance.

History
The monarchy
Religion
Government
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