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Presenting VisitBritain's look at the biggest topics and trends across Britain right now! You can also discover new hotel openings and refurbishments in the Accommodation Update, and the latest restaurant launches in the Taste Update – all designed to whet the media’s appetite!

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How to see things differently in Britain in 2023

Friday 14 October 2022

Musical extravaganzas, captivating cultural hubs and a right royal occasion are just some of the...

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Lesser known beaches for water sports

Wednesday 07 September 2022

Britain is home to an array of exhilarating water sports. For those yearning for adventure, here...

Surfers taking to the water at Sandhaven Beach in South Shields with South Shields Surf School

Adventure beyond Britain’s beaches

Monday 18 July 2022

Spanning thousands of miles, Britain’s coastline is packed with possibility. Enjoy a taste of...

The Crab House Cafe. A beach restaurant in Wyke Regis famous for seafood. A platter of fresh seafood. A cooked lobster in the shell, with a garnish and cut lemons. Evening light over the sea. A glass of chilled white wine.

Catch of the day: Enjoy Britain’s best restaurants with sea views

Friday 30 July 2021

Set in striking coastal locations and serving up a delicious mix of freshly caught seafood and...

Discover Britain’s quirkiest festivals

Tuesday 01 June 2021

From gravy wrestling to bog snorkelling, Britain is home to an array of weird and wacky...

Braithwaite village, in the valley with a range of mountain fells including Barrow and the Whinlatter Pass. Low cloud lingering in the valley.

Britain buzzes with LGBTQI+ filming locations

Monday 01 February 2021

Britain is the setting of countless films and TV series loved by audiences around the world,...

Get inspired by Britain’s natural wonders

Monday 15 June 2020

Britain’s natural wonders offer a glimpse into the country’s awe-inspiring ancient past; one...

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Going for Gold: 8 fun running events in Britain

Tuesday 25 February 2020

Sunday 26 April marks the 40th anniversary of the London Marathon, an event that will shine a...

Lonely Planet Unveils the UK’s Top Unmissable Experiences!

Wednesday 14 August 2019

On Tuesday 13 August, Lonely Planet unveiled their first Ultimate UK Travelist, revealing the...

Discover the UK’s newest UNESCO World Heritage Site

Tuesday 09 July 2019

Britain has a new UNESCO World Heritage Site after Jodrell Bank Observatory in Cheshire was...