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Britain’s countryside and coast

Whether you want to go coasteering off the Welsh coast, hike in the Lake District or simply relax in London’s Royal Parks, Britain has a huge array of landscapes to explore. See sparkling Scottish lochs, relax in historic gardens and bask on the beaches of the South Coast…

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Britain’s wildlife

Britain has a startling variety of natural habitats crawling with animals of every kind. You can also visit world-class zoos, gardens and parks filled with abundant plant- and wildlife from around the world.

Britain’s wildlife

Lily pads at the National Botanic Garden of Wales Source:Steve James

Credit: Steve James

Great British Gardens

Britain is a nation of green-fingered garden lovers and we have some of the most famous green spaces in the world. From a whole rainforest undercover at the Eden Project in Cornwall to the elegant Victorian glasshouses at Kew in London, discover our great British gardens.

Great British Gardens

Walking and hiking

Experience the best of the great British outdoors on foot with thousands of miles of walking and hiking routes all over Britain. Wherever you are, you’re never far from an official walking trail.

Walking and hiking

Autumnal Punting in Cambridge Source:tad2106

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The 10 best ways to enjoy Britains waterways

From lakes, lochs and the sun-baked South Coast to wild Welsh waterfalls, we’ve toured Britain to bring you the best watery activities.

The 10 best ways to enjoy Britains waterways

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