Artists, writers & composers

Select one of the categories below, and browse a theme to find out about walks, cycle rides and other ways in which you can enjoy areas that have inspired previous visitors.

Keats visited the Isle of Wight during April 1817, and in a letter to his friend John Reynolds he extolled the virtues of the island

Writers & poets

The stunning diversity of the British countryside has inspired some of the greatest stories, myths and legends the world has come to know and love.

Writers & poets
Island of Mull, near the Island of Staffa, which Mendelssohn visited in August 1829

Composers

From powerful classical compositions to song writers such as the Beatles and Sting, British musicians have been crafting works that are often influenced by their surroundings.

Composers
The Highlands have without doubt the most spectacular terrain for wild off-trail walking

Painters

The constantly changing face of the countryside has had a great effect on British artists and is reflected in the enormous range of styles and subject matters of our landscape paintings.

Painters
Legoland in Windsor

Get your Great British Heritage Pass

For any of you garden lovers or those planning a history or heritage themed trip around Britain, the essential "buy before you leave" product is the Great British Heritage Pass. Providing free entry into over 600 castles, gardens and stately homes across the length and breadth of Britain, it really is the key to unlocking Britain's secrets.

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